Author: Leland Orfield

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Leland Orfield

From growing up playing baseball as a kid to the weekly ritual of watching the Minnesota Vikings play on Sunday, Leland has always valued sports as both a means of fitness and entertainment. Many of his fondest memories are associated with throwing a football during the fall or swinging a golf club in the heat of summer. He first discovered pickleball in high school and has been hooked on the game ever since.

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How Many Calories Are Burned in Pickleball?

by Leland Orfield 11/09/2022

Pickleball burns around 300-700 calories per hour, depending on the intensity of your game. Pickleball burns fewer calories than tennis, but a similar number of... Read more.

Two pairs of pickleball players standing on the court at the edge of the non volley zone

Pickleball Non-Volley Zone: The Kitchen Explained

by Leland Orfield 11/02/2022

The kitchen, or non-volley zone, is the heart of the pickleball court. Most of the game's most exciting plays are made by players moving within inches of the kitchen,... Read more.

US Open Pickleball Championship: Everything You Need to Know

by Leland Orfield 11/02/2022

The US Open Pickleball Championship takes place in Naples, Florida and includes a mix of casual matches, pro championships, and community and social events. Founded... Read more.

Doubles Pickleball Rules: Easy Guide

by Leland Orfield 10/25/2022

Pickleball rules for doubles and singles are somewhat different. In doubles, servers on each team are allowed to serve before siding out. Scoring is different too,... Read more.

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