Why Pros Talk to Themselves Out Loud (And How You Can Too)
If you’ve ever watched a pro pickleball match, you’ve probably noticed something odd: players muttering to themselves after a point, sometimes even talking loud... Read more.
The Three Dinks Every Pickleball Player Must Learn
If you’ve played pickleball long enough, you already know the dink isn’t “just a dink.” It’s not a mindless tap over the net. At higher levels, the dink... Read more.
How Long Until Pickleball Makes You Athletic?
When I first picked up a paddle, I wasn’t thinking about fitness. I just wanted to keep the ball in play, laugh with friends, and maybe win a point or two. But... Read more.
When to Attack and When to Reset From Midcourt
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen it; and done it myself. You chase down a shallow return, land in midcourt, and think, “Perfect, here’s my chance... Read more.
Jorja Johnson, Tyra Black Beat No. 1 Waters/Bright at PPA Las Vegas
This weekend’s Walgreens Open on the Las Vegas Strip was already buzzing when the women’s doubles semifinals took the court. On one side stood Anna Leigh Waters... Read more.
The Hidden 2%: Why Most Players Never Unlock Their Paddle’s Full Potential
We recently published an article on how many players overpay for pickleball paddles — dropping $280 or more for gains that are often microscopic. But let’s flip... Read more.
Columbus Sliders Shock MLP 2025—And Show Why the Format Thrills Fans
The Columbus Sliders weren’t supposed to win it all. As the No. 5 seed, they were overlooked, underestimated, and even hand-picked by higher seeds who assumed... Read more.
Pickleballers & Plantar Fasciitis: Why Your Heel Hurts and What to Do About It
If you’ve been playing pickleball for a while, chances are you’ve either felt that sharp heel pain yourself… or you’ve watched a buddy hobble off the court... Read more.
Microspin vs. Macrospin: Paddle Grit vs. Player Technique
Most players lump all spin together. But there are two different engines driving it: If your contact point is off (too late, too close to the body, wrong height... Read more.
Small Hands in Pickleball (and How to Play Your Best)
If you’ve got small hands, pickleball isn’t harder, but it is different. The paddle is your only connection to the ball, and if your grip is too big, too long,... Read more.