The Soft Game System That Beats Power Players – With Coach Marko (Video)
You’ve probably heard it courtside: “Just smash it!” But if you’ve ever found yourself in a dead sprint after a perfectly placed dink or lunging off balance... Read more.
Bad Pickleball Day? This Self-Talk Works
We’ve all been there. You walk off the court dragging your paddle like a sword of shame. You missed your serves, your shots didn’t land, and you were clearly... Read more.
Summer Pickleball Survival Tips and Must-Have Gear
Summer pickleball is a double‑edged sword—sunshine and long rallies on one side, sweat‑slick paddles and rubber‑melting courts on the other. Good news: you... Read more.
How to Handle Ball Hogging in Pickleball (Without Killing the Vibe)
You’re on the court. You just nailed a perfect return and moved into position—ready to hit that beautiful forehand roll down the middle. And then… whoosh—your... Read more.
The Drill That Supercharges Your Dinks
Let’s be honest: dinking drills can feel a little… boring. You know you should practice them, but after three or four minutes, your brain’s already wandered... Read more.
How to Improve Your Pickleball IQ
Pickleball IQ isn’t about paddle speed or raw athleticism—it’s about court awareness, pattern recognition, anticipation, and smart, low-error decision-making.... Read more.
The Kitchen Shuffle Drill for Faster Footwork (Video Included)
Pickleball Union’s Coach Marko Grgic isn’t one to waste a single minute of court time—and his go-to warm-up drill proves it. Known as the Kitchen Shuffle,... Read more.
Are You Wearing the Wrong Shoes for Pickleball?
Bottom line upfront: The wrong pickleball shoes are setting you up for injury on the court. A 2025 national study revealed an 88% increase in pickleball-related... Read more.
How to Leave Your Pickleball Group (Without the Drama)
So, you’ve been playing with the same open play group for a while. Maybe it started out perfect—laughs, friendly matches, a few post-game drinks. But lately,... Read more.
What “Hit With Purpose” Actually Means
You’ve probably heard your coach say, “Hit with purpose!” and wondered, “Okay… but what does that actually mean?” In everyday terms, it’s about treating... Read more.