Mastering a wider mix of shots and knowing when to use them is how a player becomes more proficient at pickleball. If you're a player whose pickleball journey is stalling at 3.5 but your ambitions are pursuing a 4.0 rating, then we have 7 shots that just might help get you to the next level.

In just about every ball sport you can imagine that relies on your hands, you'll almost always find some rule about how many times the ball can bounce. For many, this rule applies to two bounces. But in pickleball, the sport has a two-bounce rule as well as double-bounce stipulations…

Whether you’re an experienced veteran with multiple paddles or a beginner looking for your first, odds are you found this guide because you’re doing some online shopping for a new pickleball paddle. Some of the terminology out there can be inflated and confusing...

The first pickleball paddles were crudely constructed out of wood in a workshop by one of the co-founders of the game. Since the 1960s, pickleball paddles have come so far, especially regarding innovations in materials. But which materials are available and how do you choose?

The lob shot gets called a lot of different things - sky shot, pop up, sky ball, moon ball, high floaty ball, etc. Okay, maybe nobody refers to it as the high floaty ball, but with a matter of certainty, nobody talks about this well-known and often nicknamed shot as much as they should.

In pickleball, dinking is an art of the soft game. It's an exercise in finesse, control, and patience. And that's usually where new players get tripped up. Every dink looks like an opportunity to take the rally to them...

No matter how you play pickleball, you won't climb the ladder without mastering the volley. This is true of singles but even more so for doubles since play often comes down to the kitchen and the net.

The beauty of playing pickleball is how quickly someone can learn the basics, begin playing, and more importantly, start having fun. This is thanks in large part to a set of simple rules and common mechanics. But there's one glaring exception… the kitchen…

If you’re looking to level up your singles pickleball game, there are plenty of ways – but where do you start? So many strategies, so little time! Focus on key tactics that will ensure a victory now and keep refining the rest as you go. Here are 5 can’t-miss singles pickleball strategies…

Is there a better way to learn how to serve than by watching the pros play? We don't think so. We challenge you to watch a pro play, paying special attention to how they serve - you'll notice consistent form, speed adjustments, and how they stay unpredictable. That said, you might wonder, what…

Is there really a difference between pickleball paddles? That's one of the most common questions asked about pickleball paddles, and it most often comes from new players. So, in short, here's the answer.

Paddletek knows performance pickleball paddles better than anyone, which is why we're going to walk you through the process of buying a paddle. Don't worry, we'll leave the sales pitch out of this guide and focus strictly on helping you understand a few key elements of buying a pickleball paddle. 

Choosing an awesome pickleball team name is no easy feat; you need skill and imagination. So to get you over the creative hump, we've prepared a few things for you. 

The sport of pickleball has been steadily gaining popularity in the United States over the past few years. This fast-paced, fun game has become a favorite among people of all ages, so much so that many are unsure if pickleball is in the Olympics or not. 

With so many rules, strategies, and techniques, pickleball can sometimes be intimidating. This is usually the result of getting too many opinions and nice-to-haves around the sport. What you need are fundamentals that can help you take your pickleball game to the next tier.

To an outsider, pickleballs might seem like Wiffle balls and to a beginner, a pickleball might seem like a commodity where every ball is the same. But, a pickleball is quite different from any other ball, and there's a wide range of options of pickleballs to boot, such as indoor and outdoor. So…

No matter how skilled you are, a lack of endurance can hurt your performance. If you’ve ever had a strong start in a pickleball game then faded away and lost in the end, you know the importance of endurance. To keep your skills sharp and feet quick, you should spend some time off…

If you're thinking about stepping onto a pickleball court when you’re cold and stiff, think again. Whether you’re playing in a tournament final or just running some drills at the court down the street, you should always warm up before you start. Even though pickleball is a low-impact sport, you…

You win! Or do you? Staying on top of your pickleball score as a beginner can be difficult, especially when you’re tracking the score in doubles pickleball. What are the basic scoring rules you need to know? Here are the basics of pickleball scoring for beginners: pickleball games are typically…

Trying to cram in every pickleball rule at once can be tough, but taking the rules one at a time and starting with the basics? Now that’s a solid strategy for understanding the game. What are the basic rules of pickleball to know? Here are the 8 basics of playing pickleball: 1. You can play…

Whether you’re just getting started in the pickleball game or you’ve been honing your skills for a while, there are always ways to take your game to the next level. From focusing on technique to mastering tactics, every player should be eager and willing to explore strategies that will help them… 

It’s easy to assume that tennis nets and pickleball nets are the same because they share so many similarities. But these two nets do have differences, some subtle, and others pronounced. Perhaps the most burning question revolves around the heights of pickleball and tennis nets. The pickleball net…

Pickleball is an entertaining sport for single players or teams, but it also has a positive impact on your health, some of which may surprise you. So whether you’re in the best shape of your life or on a journey to get back to peak fitness, you should know the health benefits of playing pickleball.

There are many ways to shop for a pickleball paddle, and ultimately one factor will be your deciding factor. For some, it's price. For others, it's style. But arguably, one of the most important purchase factors tied to your performance on the court is pickleball paddle weight. Midweight…

If you've been playing doubles with the same partner for a while, you've probably developed a strong sixth sense, like moving in unison or not needing to verbalize your moves to each other. Those are both great accomplishments, but for many, pickleball milestones like this can spur a plateau, which…

Pickleball was created as a game that anyone can pick up and play, but it does have some nuances that can make it tough for beginners to learn right away. If this is your first time, how do you play pickleball? For beginners, playing pickleball is all about understanding and executing the basics…

Pickleball is an easy-to-learn paddle sport, but like other games, it comes with its own set of rules. And serving, an essential part of playing the game, is packed with rules of its own. But if you can gain a firm grasp on just 3 basic rules of serving, you’ll easily avoid unnecessary faults. For…

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the nation. It’s great for people of all ages and athletic abilities. With such a variety of players flooding into tournaments, it makes sense that pickleball comes with different skill levels. But not all players understand what differentiates each rating…

Pickleball is quickly becoming one of the nation's most beloved games, and the number of courts popping up across the country is proof! From tiny backyards to stadiums, courts are showing up on every corner. But how much space do you really need to build a pickleball court? A standard pickleball…

In pickleball, you may hear the terms “singles” and “doubles” when describing the type of game you’re playing. If you’re new to paddle and racquet sports you might have some questions about these terms, but more likely how a singles pickleball game is played and scored. Singles and doubles…