If you find yourself constantly playing pickleball from the defensive side, then we'd argue you aren't playing defensively. Playing defensively is ultimately a tool for regaining control of a rally, not to be confused with struggling to keep the ball in play. Read on to learn how.
Looking to improve your pickleball game? Look no further than our comprehensive guide to mastering the split step! Perfect your split-step technique and gain a competitive edge on the court.
Whether you've played 2 games or 2 decades of pickleball, you know the frustration that comes with pop-ups. It's unfortunately common that hitting the ball with the best intention of keeping the ball low to the net somehow results in a pop-up that turns into a putaway for your opponent. Although…
Keeping the ball low ranks high for obvious tips, but there's more to it than meets the eye, and it's certainly easier said than done. While we're certain you could guess at least one reason to keep the ball low in pickleball, there are several you may have not considered but should know.
This post will show you which Paddletek paddles the pros are using and why. Since paddles are as unique as the person holding them, you'll see the wide range of our paddle lineup and...
World Number One professional pickleball player Anna Leigh Waters has extended her partnership with U.S. paddle manufacturer, Paddletek, and will continue to compete in professional pickleball events with her signature Paddletek paddle. “We are honored to continue our relationship with Anna Leigh…
Pickleball is a safe sport, but there are some common injuries you need to watch out for. With a little extra care, you can avoid aches and pains while playing the game you love. There are 5 injuries that new and seasoned pickleball players alike should be aware of, including:
Whether you’re 8 years old or 80, you can play a match with relatively little risk of injury. Few sports are as welcoming as Pickleball, which makes you wonder if it’s a good workout. Pickleball can be a good workout since it is a form of high-intensity interval training. Quick intense points…
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…