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Pickleball Topspin: 3 Tips to Produce KILLER Topspin
In Pickleball, there are a ton of tools and shots you can use to upgrade your game. One of those shots is topspin. Pickleball topspin is great because you can use it in multiple shots and scenarios to give your game an edge.
Today we’re going to breakdown topspin step by step and look at it in game situations. It’s my hope that this will be easy for you to apply and you can use it to take your game to the next level.
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4 Critical Pickleball Mistakes Players Make at the Kitchen
In pickleball, the team who can control the net, can control the game. The majority of games are won at the non-volley zone or the kitchen. But, there are a few common pickleball mistakes that players make in the kitchen that keep them from controlling the net.
10 Reasons Why Pickleball Is the Fastest Growing Sport and Will Continue to Explode
There are potentially hundreds of reasons why pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the United States, but I’m sharing my top reasons why, the real secret to pickleball’s success (at the bottom), and 6 Ways to Improve Your Doubles Game using psychological safety (at the end).
4 Important Pickleball Mechanics Every Player Should Know
Pickleball is an amazing sport that is inclusive, fun, and easy to learn. But within this easy learning curve lies a problem: many players skip essential pickleball mechanics. As a result, they may plateau or they get frustrated because it’s very difficult to progress and build on the lack of a foundation.
5 Important Pickleball Concepts I Wish I Knew When I Started Playing
Looking back, there are a lot of things I wish I did differently when I started playing pickleball. Today, I’ll share 5 important pickleball concepts that every player needs to know if they’re going to advance in the game. It’s my hope that this can help you avoid some of the mistakes I made and help you improve without any wasted time.
Celebrities Who Play Pickleball (And Why It Matters)
The secret is out. More and more celebrities who play pickleball are talking and this is important for the overall growth of the sport.
How to Hit the Third Shot Drop Like a Pro in 3 Easy Steps
Today we’re going to unpack the third shot drop, how to hit better drops or long dinks in a few steps, and why this shot is so critical to the game of pickleball. My hope for you is that you gain a new shot for your game or some new techniques that will help improve your game and compete at a higher level. Let’s get into it.
5 Super Simple Ways to Improve at Pickleball (And Have More Fun)
In the game of pickleball, there are hundreds of ways to improve at pickleball. Today we’re going to break down 5 strategies that are so effective and so simple anyone can use them no matter what your skill level.
Christmas Gift Ideas for Pickleball Players
It’s that time of year again. Are you looking for christmas gift ideas for pickleball players? Or maybe you want to encourage the budding beginner to pick up a paddle. If you’re like me, maybe you need a way to give a few friendly gift hints to your family. No matter your situation, I’ve got you covered with gift recommendations for beginners, intermediates, traveling tournament players, addicts, and everyone in between.
How to Play Pickleball: The Ultimate Guide for Beginners
Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world because it has a shorter learning curve compared to other sports. Welcome to the ultimate guide on how to play pickleball.