Pickleball Inspiration: Baton Rouge PPA Tournament This weekend marks a powerful moment of Pickleball Inspiration as the sport takes a historic step forward in Louisiana. The Baton Rouge PPA Challenger at Stacks Pickleball is officially the first-ever professional pickleball tournament hosted in the state, and if you’re here competing, you are part of that legacy….
Crush Force 5G Overview The Crush Force 5G promises to deliver a balanced blend of power, spin, and control, but does it live up to the hype? I’ve tested my fair share of new paddles, and I’ve learned that while many modern paddles perform well, not every option fits every player’s game. As the pickleball…
Pickleball Serve Tips: Tying Everything Together for a Winning Edge Serving in pickleball is more than just starting a rally. With the right approach, your pickleball serve can become a powerful weapon that opens strategic doors and puts opponents on their heels. In this new guide, you’ll discover essential pickleball serve tips that unify and…
Pickleball Shot Setup: Making Wise Choices Pickleball rewards patience and strategy. Many pickleball players chase quick winners and overlook the power of setting up the next shot. Yet, waiting just one extra swing can elevate your game from chance-driven to precision-based. By mastering the concept of Pickleball Shot Setup, you shift from risky hits to…
Pickleball Fatigue: My Personal Journey & Proven Strategies This past Sunday changed everything for me. I’ve known a lot about pickleball for a while, but there’s a huge difference between knowledge and real-life experience. I want to share my personal story, both the triumphs and the trials, so that you can learn from my pickleball…
Dominate the Right Side in Pickleball: Seize Control Pickleball doubles strategy often centers on which side of the court you play. For too long, the right side has been labeled “defensive” or “less aggressive.” Today, we are setting the record straight and showing why you can dominate from the right side in pickleball. This article…
Pickleball Tournament Strategy: My Personal Journey Today, I will play in just my second pickleball tournament. I remember my first pickleball tournament, like it was yesterday. An exciting, nerve-racking experience that highlighted one major lesson: whether you’re new or seasoned, having a structured pickleball tournament strategy can make or break your performance. I’ve spent countless…
Self Rating in Pickleball: Understanding Where You Really Fit What’s your skill level in pickleball? If you’ve asked yourself that question, or if you’ve noticed players who clearly don’t belong in the level they claim, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a 2.5 playing with 3.5s or a 4.0 but not seeing the competitive games you…
Blocking Fast, Hard Dipping Drives at the NVZ I still remember the first time I faced an opponent who drove the ball so fast and low that it practically grazed the net tape before zipping toward my feet. My forehand reflexes kicked in, and I swung at it, only to pop it up for an…
2025 Pickleball Equipment Market: Prices, Availability & What Players Should Expect Some may call me crazy. Others might nod in quiet agreement. But when I first heard about the new round of import tariffs, my mind didn’t jump to cars, steel, or even toilet paper. I thought about pickleball. I really did. My first reaction…