I’m not going to lie: when I first watched singles pickleball, I felt a bit bored. The points end so quickly, even at a high level, it just felt like a less dynamic version of the sport. But while it’s true that singles pickleball is a whole different beast compared to doubles, I was wrong […]
Pickleball is exploding in popularity, and with that growth comes a surge in demand for new courts. Whether you’re a homeowner looking to build a private court or a facility planning a multi-court complex, understanding the cost of building a pickleball court is crucial. So, how much does it cost to build a pickleball court? […]
Picklebal courts are popping up everywhere—backyards, parks, private clubs. But here’s the problem: not all of these courts are built correctly. With demand skyrocketing, general contractors and ambitious DIYers are stepping into the court-building game, often without the required specialized knowledge to build a lasting, high performing court surface. The result? Costly disasters that could’ve […]
Collegiate pickleball just evolved, and student athletes will now have the chance to play at the top of the game. The Collegiate Pickleball Tour (CPT)—a new nationwide series backed by DUPR and the United Pickleball Association (UPA)—is set to showcase college talent, award over $100,000 in prize money, and give top teams the chance to face off […]
If you’re a tennis player making the jump to pickleball, you’ve probably faced a common dilemma: Which paddle actually feels right for your strengths? Sure, pickleball is its own beast—smaller court, different strokes, a whole new learning curve—but your tennis muscle memory doesn’t just disappear. You are still likely better off with a paddle that […]
Donald Driver isn’t just catching passes anymore—he’s catching on to the biggest sports movement in America. The Green Bay Packers Hall of Famer and Super Bowl champion has teamed up with Pickleball Kingdom, the world’s largest indoor pickleball brand, to bring clubs to Wisconsin and Minnesota. Alongside Pickleball Sports LLC—led by Greg Straub and Doug […]
Adidas Pickleball is making moves. Soon after landing world No. 1 Federico Staksrud, the brand has added another rising star—Mari Humberg. Humberg’s aggressive playing style and relentless work ethic have made her one of the fastest-rising names in pickleball, and now, she’ll be at the forefront of Adidas’ rapid expansion in the game. Humberg says […]
The pipeline from Australia to American pro pickleball just opened. Tom Evans and Helena Spiridis, both standout talents from Australia’s National Pickleball League (NPL), have officially signed exclusive contracts with the Carvana PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball (MLP)—marking a historic first for Aussie pickleball. It’s a move that cements Australia as an emerging force […]
You or someone you know probably has an Imperial hat somewhere in your wardrobe. Over a century after they got their start in 1916, this Missouri-based brand dominates the greens of golf, commanding over 40% of the market share and finding its place on the heads of players at over 75% of the top 400 […]
The AZ Drive, one of Major League Pickleball’s (MLP) franchises, has just sold a controlling stake at a valuation north of $10 million. The new ownership group includes Proton Sports—an Arizona-based paddle brand—alongside former NFL quarterback Jake Plummer and financial pro Jeff Tsao. They’ll join an already star-studded group that includes NFL legend Larry Fitzgerald, […]
