September 10, 2026
Feisty Media Is Making More Room for Women in Sports
Feisty Media is creating more space for women in sports, health, and movement. This September, FeistyFest brings that community together in Pennsylvania, with Empower Pickleball joining the weekend to introduce more women to the game.
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TOP STORIES
Don’t Cry Because It’s Over—Smile Because It Happened!
After a heartbreaking MLP Championship loss, Anna Bright reflected on gratitude, growth, and the mental work behind her game. Coach B shares what players can learn from Anna’s approach to pressure, fear, and losing.
Opinions & InsightsPickleball Stories
How Pickleball Tournaments Have Changed Over the Years
Pickleball tournaments have changed dramatically over the years. From local brackets and amateur competition to livestreams,…
August 25, 2026
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Why Some Pickleball Players Love Rec Play but Avoid Tournaments
Why do some players love rec play but avoid tournaments? From pressure and ratings anxiety to…
July 28, 2026
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Why Mary Steenburgen Said Yes to The Dink—And Why Pickleball Players Will Love It
Hollywood has finally made a pickleball movie—and it gets the sport right. After sitting down with…
July 23, 2026
The Psychology of Momentum in Pickleball: How to Stop a Losing Streak Mid-Match
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Momentum can shift quickly during a pickleball match. Learn how to recognize a losing streak, reset mentally, simplify your strategy, and regain control one point at a time.
What Your Pickleball Bag Says About You
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Your pickleball bag may reveal more about you than you think. Meet the over-prepared, minimalist, gear-obsessed, and wonderfully chaotic players found on every court.
Community Spotlight
How Do You Stop a Match From Getting Away From You?
by Empower Pickleball on September 10, 2026 at 5:02 pm
The truth about CBD, 18 new college courts, and the gel packs that got my whole family hooked.
The Hours-Not-Years Rule for Paddle Life
by Empower Pickleball on September 8, 2026 at 5:29 pm
Team USA took gold in Vietnam. Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters actually lost.
Pickleball Just Broke Two World Records
by Empower Pickleball on September 3, 2026 at 4:58 pm
World Cup updates, pregnancy court tips, and a $??? trophy.
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