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The Different Types of Pickleball Players You Meet at Open Play
Every pickleball court has its own cast of characters. From the line-calling perfectionist to the paddle salesman and silent assassin, these are the player personalities you’ll eventually meet at open play.
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Why Pickleball Players Get Foot Pain—and What You Can Do About It
Your feet absorb hundreds of impacts every time you step onto a pickleball court. Learn why…
July 2, 2026
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Stop Lunging in Pickleball: Better Footwork Leads to Better Shots
Lunging may help you reach the ball, but it often hurts your balance, consistency, and recovery.…
July 2, 2026
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Stephanie Lane Has Been Sharing the Joy of Pickleball for Decades
Stephanie Lane has spent nearly four decades introducing people to pickleball. From teaching the game in…
July 2, 2026
Tips & Tricks
How to Hit Deeper Returns in Pickleball (And Why It Matters)
Learn how to hit deeper returns in pickleball and why depth matters more than power. Improve…
June 4, 2026
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Are Pro Pickleball Players Starting to Look Like NASCAR Drivers?
Pro pickleball players are wearing more sponsor logos than ever. Here’s why sponsorships are evolving, what…
June 4, 2026
Community Stories
Pickleballin’ for Good Cause: How Leadership Bowling Green Turned a Tournament Into Community Impact
The Leadership Bowling Green Class of 2026 turned a pickleball tournament into a community fundraiser, raising…
June 4, 2026
Pickleball Gear
Is the $300 Era Over? Best Budget Gen 4 Pickleball Paddles
Gen 4 pickleball paddles are challenging the idea that players need to spend $300 to compete.…
June 2, 2026
Tips & Tricks
How to Counter with the 4th Shot in Pickleball
Learn how to counter with the 4th shot in pickleball by reading drops, drives, and lobs,…
June 2, 2026
Pickleball News
Understanding the Connection Between Hearing Health and Pickleball
USA Pickleball’s new partnership with Phonak highlights the growing connection between hearing health, wellness, and the…
June 2, 2026
Community Stories
How Dawn Horan Helped Build Pickleball Behind the Scenes
From grassroots tournaments in northern Indiana to helping run some of the biggest APP events in…
May 28, 2026
Tips & Tricks
How to Block Hard Shots in Pickleball and Keep the Ball in the Kitchen
Learn how to block hard shots in pickleball using soft hands, paddle positioning, and reset techniques…
May 28, 2026
Travel
Best Countries for a Pickleball Vacation (And Where to Play)
Pickleball vacations are no longer just a U.S. thing. From Portugal and Spain to Mexico, Australia,…
May 28, 2026
Tips & Tricks
How to Tell When a Pickleball Is Attackable
Learn how to recognize attackable balls in pickleball by reading ball height, bounce patterns, positioning, and…
May 26, 2026
Health & Wellness
Mental Recovery Speed: How You, the Everyday Player, Can Re-Train Your Brain™ Just Like Elite Players
Mental recovery speed may be one of the most important skills in pickleball. Coach B explains…
May 26, 2026
Community Stories
Brandan Jackson Is Building More Than Pickleball in Kansas City
Kansas City firefighter Brandan Jackson created the Black Pickleball Club of Kansas City to build community,…
May 26, 2026
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