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.
How to Read Spin in Pickleball
When I started playing, spin shots felt like magic: one moment the ball seemed to head straight, the next it bounced sideways or kicked up unexpectedly. Frustrating,... Read more.
Prevent Pop-Ups in Fast-Paced Blocks (Video Tutorial)
Imagine you and your partner locked in a rapid-fire dink rally at the kitchen line—paddles popping like popcorn, adrenaline surging. You fire back one soft dink,... Read more.
Top Pickleball Training Tools to Improve Your Game
If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for ways to level up your game—even when a partner or court isn’t available. The good news? There’s a... Read more.
The Toughest Shots to Return in Rec‑Level Pickleball Doubles
Remember the mantra “placement over power”? It’s solid advice—yet some shots still slice right through even a sturdy 3.5 defense. After charting 300 rec‑level... Read more.
Should You Always Drive a Sliced Ball in Pickleball?
Let’s talk about one of those pieces of advice you may have heard floating around the pickleball world: “If your opponent gives you a sliced ball, always... Read more.
How to Play with a Stronger Partner Without Stressing Out
You love playing pickleball. You’ve been improving steadily and maybe even playing a few days a week. Then one morning you find yourself paired with someone who’s... Read more.
Are Body Bags and Nasty Nelsons OK in Rec Pickleball?
Pickleball has always lived in the space between friendly and fierce—but lately, that line’s getting harder to see. Case in point? The now-infamous moment at... Read more.