3 Mistakes Older Players Make Against Younger Opponents (And How to Fix Them)
I had a student a while back — I won’t use her real name, but let’s call her Linda — who came off the court after playing a group of…
Trust in Pickleball Doubles: The Real Skill Nobody Drills
It’s happened to every one of us. The ball travels right down the middle between you and your partner, and you both stand there, paralyzed, watching it. Or worse, you…
Raise Your Pickleball Level With Better Shot Selection
It’s easy to get lost in the sea of pickleball content. You see a pro hit a logic-defying around-the-post (ATP) or a 100-mph speed-up, and you think, “I need that…
Pickleball Self-Assessment: Which Pillar Is Your Strength?
This assessment helps you identify which pillar: mechanical, strategic or athletic you rely on most right now. Every strong pickleball player needs all three pillars. This quiz reveals where your…
Top 6 Pickleball Doubles Strategies to Win More Games
If you want to win more doubles pickleball games—without learning fancy new shots or magically improving your reflexes—you’re in the right place. Today, I’m walking you through six foundational strategies…
4 Game Tips for Beginner Pickleball Players
Smart Pickleball Tactics Every Beginner Should Know If you’re new to pickleball, it can feel like there’s a lot to learn but don’t worry! You don’t need fancy spins or…
You’re Playing Better, So Why Aren’t You Winning More?
Picture this. You come off the court after a match you should have won. Your dinks were fine. Your serve didn’t make you wince. You moved well and got to…
How to Anticipate Out Balls in Pickleball and Save Easy Points
You’ve probably been there—a ball comes flying toward you, and instinct kicks in. You swing. But then you realize: that ball was headed out. You gave away a free point.…
Covering the Middle in Pickleball Doubles: Who Takes the Ball?
Picture this. You and your partner are both up at the kitchen line, the rally is flowing, and then a ball comes right up the center. You both go for…
Who Takes the Third Shot in Pickleball? Clear Up the Confusion with This Simple Strategy
If you’ve ever shared a confused glance with your partner after a return of serve, wondering who’s supposed to take the third shot—you’re not alone. The moment happens fast, and…
Avoid Pop-Ups at the Kitchen: 6 Mistakes That Get You Slammed!
Let’s be honest. If you’ve ever popped up a dink in pickleball, you already know what’s coming next… A fast ball to your partner’s chest, a frustrated sigh, and that…
Pickleball Players Over 50. We’ve Got Just What You Need To Improve Your Game.
Are you over 50 and looking to level up your pickleball game? You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. This blog is a response to the many questions we…
Thinking of Playing Competitive Pickleball? Here’s Your First Step
Pickleball Competition 101: Terms Every Competitive Player Should Know Whether you’re signing up for your first pickleball competition or just trying to understand what’s happening during a tournament broadcast, you’ve…
Help! My Partner Won’t Come to the Net!
Why Your Pickleball Partner Won’t Come to the Net (And How to Help Them) Have you ever played pickleball with a partner who refuses to move up to the non-volley…
Beating the Banger in 2025: Take Back Control of the Court
Start 2025 Off with a Bang! How to Beat the Banger and Master Control Playing Pickleball Pickleball is evolving. The game is getting faster and more intense. In keeping with…