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When you are playing pickleball the goal of the game is to get the ball to bounce on each side of the net before you can play a serve. After you serve the ball, you also want to avoid the dreaded popping up situation. If the ball pops up too high to hit it or …
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Winning a pickleball match requires a strategy that encompasses its rules and borrows from badminton and tennis. Both tennis and pickleball feature the lob shot. In a lob, the ball travels quite high and lands near the baseline at the court’s rear. Learn the C-shape run and proper set up of a lob return. Getting …
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While pickleball can be seen as a light-hearted, laidback sport, some players get into kicking it up a notch and hitting the ball as hard as they can while keeping an accelerated pace. We call these speed demons “bangers” in the world of pickleball. When you’re staring down a banger on the other side of …
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When you want to make your pickleball paddle stand out from the crowd, you might wonder if you can paint it with your own cool design. While a plain pickleball paddle is perfectly acceptable, adding a little flair to your pickleball paddle can have two perks. Firstly, you’ll be able to walk onto the court …
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Fast reaction time is important, at every skill level, when you play pickleball. The thought of reaction time likely seems easy, right? Do you believe that getting to the ball and hitting it over the net is all that there is to improving your reaction time? Some people play pickleball for years, yet never seem …
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When playing pickleball, I like to perform a let from time to time–even though it is not allowed. What does this mean? Perhaps I am a rebellious pickleball player from the old school. Either way, you technically can not do a let when playing pickleball. Then what gives–why do they have the move called a …
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To properly hold a pickleball paddle, (1) choose where its comfortable for you to grip (2) properly hold with the Continental/Standard grip (3), Western/Semi-western grip (4) or Eastern/Hammer grip. While I now know how to properly hold a pickleball paddle, that wasn’t always the case. I remember how, when I first saw one, I thought …
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While pickleball players hit the ball at a range of speeds and forces, pickleballs can only go so fast. When you’re standing across from a banger who hits the pickleball as hard and fast as possible, it might seem like the ball is hurling at the speed of light towards your face. Thankfully, pickleballs usually …
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While pickleball might seem like a simple enough game, there are certain nuances to the rules that you can’t ignore. Just because pickleball combines the best parts of table tennis, regular tennis, and badminton does not mean you can take your individual rules around those games into the pickleball court. When you’re playing ping pong …
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Do you think that learning to play pickleball presents new and exciting opportunities for you if only you knew all the terms related to pickleball? You want to know how to maximize winning points and winning pickleball games. You look forward to making new friends and enjoying the sport while benefiting from the exercise involved …
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Typically, the receiver stands diagonal to the server in pickleball. This can change in singles, but not in doubles. In singles matches, only two individuals play, and they stand diagonal to each other with any even score. They stand across from one another during an odd score. If that sounds odd, let me explain. In …
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Whether you’ve watched professional pickleball players on the courts in your area or on television, you’ve probably seen them bust out the old switcheroo at some point. If a highly skilled pickleball player switches hands for certain shots, you might be tempted to follow their example and do the same for various reasons. When you …
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We’ve talked before about my childhood games of badminton and baseball. Kids don’t need to play professional-quality games in their own backyards. They just hit the ball back and forth until mom calls lunch. It’s much the same in gym class at school, except for lunch. It’s said in pickleball that keeping the ball low …
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The backhand is an upper hand in pickleball from a strategic perspective, giving you the chance to drive the ball into a section of the court that forces your opponent to move on the court. If you’ve already tried it, then you know it is not something that you can just wing on the court …
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To defend the Middle, (1) position yourself/(ves) (2) synchronize your movements, (3) constantly communicate (4) play smart, not hard (5) maintain control of the court, and (6) read/watch and learn from the pros. Interestingly enough, while I now know what the Middle in pickleball is and how to defend it, that wasn’t always the case. …
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Pickleball is a fast-paced sport that resembles the elements of badminton, tennis, and ping pong. It’s extremely popular because it’s super easy to learn and play, and it doesn’t require a lot of equipment to play. All players need is a pickleball court, paddles, and a pickleball. Whether you’re playing singles or doubles, learning how …
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When pickleball first began in the 1960s, the rules forbade putting spin on a pickleball serve. The rules made service as straightforward as possible to ensure the game remained accessible to all. Today, you can legally put a spin on a pickleball serve. Many rules received updates and by 2022, the sport’s governing body allows top spin, …
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When I first started pickleball, I was surprised to find myself on a very small court. My previous racket game was tennis, which is a much larger court. I soon adjusted to the size of the court. I have also played some great pickleball on a tennis court. It is possible to play pickleball on …
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I’m just learning pickleball along with you. I found out when the ball should and shouldn’t bounce. It may seem complicated at first, but you’ll get it right soon enough. When the Ball Should Bounce? The ball should bounce after the serve and when it has hit the opponent’s court. After that, the receiving team …
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The drop serve and drop shot in pickleball is one of the most common serves and shots in the game. Its purpose as a serve is to get the game started. As the United States Pickleball Association says, the drop serve is a gentler serve or shot and is not meant to be used as …
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In pickleball, you do change sides, but not from one side of the net to the other. The sport of pickleball does things a bit differently than, say, baseball, changing from outfield to batting. If you serve from the wrong side of the court, you commit a fault and lose the point. That means the …
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I’ve dug deep into some pickleball rules lately after a desire to learn more about this sport. It taught me what carrying the ball means and if it’s appropriate in this game. What is “carrying the ball” in pickleball? “Carrying the ball” means that you make contact with the ball by pushing it with the …
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Regardless of age or fitness level, pickleball can be played by anyone. This simple and fun game combines volleyball, tennis, and badminton elements and is easy to play as it consists of a few straightforward rules. Pickleball balls are one of the key components of the sport. But not everyone knows them very well. They …
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I have just started playing pickleball and there are plenty of places to play–starting with tournaments. Along with pickleball games and tournaments, there are also championship tournaments where players play for money. Yes, that’s right, you can play pickleball for a job where your sole income comes from pickleball tournament winnings. Of course, you have …
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If you are new to pickleball like many of us are, you may know the rules but have not yet mastered the game. We are all learning together. One thing I know for sure is that the more you practice and play, the better you will become. The more you learn about the game’s nuances …
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We are now learning to play pickleball, and our competitive inner self has one question. What can we do to improve our game and win the match? One answer is to learn how to put a spin on our pickleball shots. When we know how to put a spin on the pickleball, it adds another …
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You may have heard that pickleball has many similar rules to tennis and racquetball. Not only are the rules similar, but so are many of the techniques you might see on the court! If you’re new to pickleball, expect to see lots of topspin and cut shots, among other techniques. Those with a tennis background …
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Imagine standing for hours with your earpods in, listening to your favorite tunes and practicing pickleball. It could even be raining outside, or in the dark. You can do this with a pickleball practice wall. They are quite easy to make and are affordable. A pickleball practice wall (or picklewall) can change your game entirely. …
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Whether you’re new to the sport or you just moved, you have to start somewhere if you’re trying to find pickleball courts near you. From word of mouth to websites and apps, there are plenty of ways to find pickleball courts near you! The best way to find pickleball courts near you is by word …
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Since I was a child, I have always hated the smell of shoes, especially sneakers or sports shoes worn without socks. This is so much so that whenever I do smell their almost putrid stench my stomach turns, and 95% of the time I puke, figuratively throw up my guts, violently vomiting. So, as you …
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Most players understand the need for a good pair of shoes and headgear during an indoor and outdoor pickleball game. However, that’s as far as it goes. Unfortunately, a good pair of shoes can only take you so far, but the shoe and sock system will give you success. Like the introduction song to Married …
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I didn’t think you were allowed to use two hands on a pickleball paddle. However, I stand corrected by Pickleball Magazine. Introducing the Two-Handed Pickleball Backhand Pickleball Magazine expert Christine McGrath tells the world how a two-handed backhand is done. “Of course, you still see the one-handed backhand that has been used since the creation …
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“With a pickleball paddle, of course, daddy!!” shouted my daughter, Lil Lilly, much to everyone’s amusement. In case you are just joining us, Lil Lilly’s answer was in response to my asking, “How do you hit a pickleball?” After Wifey and I had undergone an expensive pickleball crash course with a professional trainer, I had …
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It’s the beginning of the summer, and I’ve been unsuccessfully attempting to dodge the spring rain for the past few months. I’m chomping at the bit to get out of the house and enjoy some pickleball before the mid-summer temperatures and humidity go through the roof. The weekly weather forecast is perfect for getting outside …
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I am curious about the different types of pickleball gloves that are available. But what is the game of pickleball anyway? The older I get, the more pickleball pops up in the conversation. And what is the different pickleball gear required for playing pickleball? This question involves what the different types of necessary gloves for …
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According to USA Pickleball, around 4.8 million players existed in 2021. I must admit, up until a few years ago, I had never heard of pickleball. That changed when I walked by a small court and watched a few people play. I did some research and now better understand the game and the appeal! If you’re …
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Many take the importance of shoes and protecting your feet and ankles for granted. I certainly did until I rolled my ankle while walking the dog one day. When I went to the foot doctor, she said the shoes I was wearing were terrible for any exercise type since they lacked ankle and arch support, …
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Whether you’re an avid pickleball player or new to the sport, it’s essential to wear the proper sports apparel for your next match. The most important item you must have to be high performing yet avoid injury is a good old pair of shoes. However, not every shoe is up to the challenge in this …
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As a pickleball player, it’s important to know what your skill level is. That way, you can determine how well your playing style is working for you and whether or not there are things you need to improve. It’s also a nice way of showing how far you’ve come since starting out. Pickleball players are …
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Anyone who plays badminton or tennis knows that tossing the ball or shuttlecock into the air so you can strike it on the way down is how to serve. There might be rules governing just how the ball or shuttlecock is tossed, dropped, or otherwise set up for a proper serve. Pickleball is a little …
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We all know that pickleball is played similarly to tennis or ping pong by striking the ball back and forth with the paddle. But can you hit a pickleball with your hand, or must it always come into contact with the paddle itself? In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know about how …
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As pickleball grows in popularity, more people across the world want to learn to play it. Alas, some areas don’t yet have pickleball courts. You might have a tennis court nearby though, and in those cases, you could modify the tennis court. So, yes, in a pinch, you can play a pickleball match on a tennis court. You …
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Whether you are just starting to learn how to play pickleball, or have started and want to perfect your game, you will hear the term “dink shot.” It is among the most common terms heard in pickleball, and when used correctly, an important component of your strategy. Many will say the dink shot can be …
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The Apple Watch’s Activity app is a great way to track your physical activity, but did you know that it can also be used to track your pickleball games? Here’s how: Open the Activity app on your Apple Watch. Scroll down to the “Other” section and tap on “Add Workout.” Select “Pickleball” as your workout …
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If you want to become good at pickleball, you have to learn the shots. You have to learn how to execute them well. You also have to learn how to anticipate them and react to them. There is a great deal of strategy in pickleball. It is also crucial to remember that many pickleball players …
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We can smash during a pickleball game, especially since it’s among the most powerful shots in the game, hit downward in the opponent’s section. It’s not easy for a competitor to defend a smash, which is an overhand hit in response to a high bounce, return or lob from an opponent. However, it’s not always …
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Pickleball is not just a backyard game with a few rules that family members and friends enjoy playing on the weekend. Today, it is a rapidly growing sport that has professional teams and opportunities for tournament play. The rules explain how to play pickleball, how to score, and how to win the game. Pickleball rules involve …
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Yes, you can side serve in pickleball so long as the serve is underhand. The most important rule in pickleball when it comes to serving is that every serve must be underhand. For your serve, the official rules for the USA Pickleball Association is that the serve must come from below the waist. This is …
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If you’re getting ready to play for tournaments, you’ll need an official pickleball. It measures between 2.874 inches to 2.972 inches in diameter. The circumference of your ball is not the only concern you should have, though. What Are Official Pickleballs Made Of? Official pickleball is usually made of plastic, and USA Pickleball provides a …
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