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  ​What is happening in pro pickleball?! In one word: Chaos. In a few words: The tentative merger negotiated in 2022 between two major entities in professional pickleball—the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) and Major League Pickleball (MLP)—​has fallen apart in dramatic fashion​. While this “tour war” has provided financial security for pro players, it has also led […]

  ​The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour has made history by becoming the first-ever pickleball organization to enter the sports betting market. They have partnered with FanDuel Sportsbook to allow fans from 10 legalized betting states in the U.S. and one Canadian province to place bets on PPA Tour events, starting with the PPA Kansas […]

  ​Each year, USA Pickleball evaluates the rules through its rules change process, which considers the input of the pickleball community at large. The 2023 rules change process is in its final stages and currently being finalized with the USA Pickleball Board of Directors. One such rule change proposal that arose over the 2023 calendar […]

  ​We are all on the hunt for the perfect pickleball paddle for our own respective pickleball game. Fortunately, as the sport of pickleball has evolved, the paddle options for pickleball players to choose from has exploded. However, with so many options, it can be difficult to choose a paddle from the sea of options. […]

  ​If given a choice between picking a side of the court or serving at 0-0-2, what’s the smartest option? It’s a tricky choice, and one with an answer you might find surprising.  More  ​Read More  Pickler – Pickleball Blog 

  ​Tyson McGuffin recently won his first first triple crown at the 2023 Tournament of Champions after staging a comeback. He attributed his and partner James Ignatowich’s turnaround to playing “uncalculated pickleball.” So, what is “uncalculated pickleball”? And, why should you consider adapting this strategy to your pickleball game?More  ​Read More  Pickler – Pickleball Blog