Pickleball Education

One of the best parts about pickleball is that it’s a game that can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of age.  As more people pick up the sport, more and more families are hitting the courts together. Of course, teaching children the game comes with its own set of challenges.  But with a few quick tricks and drills geared specifically toward children, your little...

As a majority of doubles pickleball is played at the non-volley zone, it’s important to hone your skills at the kitchen line.  The skills required to be an effective kitchen player are many: You need to move well, be accurate at hitting balls off a bounce, and be comfortable hitting volleys.  One of the best ways to sharpen your skills is by practicing your...

Many new pickleball players, particularly those coming from tennis, like to hit the ball hard. Groundstrokes, passing shots, and third-shot drives, in particular, are used often.  And while all these shots have merit, there is a certain time and situation in which to use them. Overuse or using them at the wrong time can lead to lost points and matches.  In his latest high-level...