With the explosive growth of pickleball, and the increasing demand for more courts, it is no surprise that the sport is gaining popularity as a desirable 🏡 real estate feature. In addition to the right number of bedrooms and bathrooms, high ceilings, and open concepts, house hunters are also looking for proximity to pickleball […]
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Murmurs From the Losers’ Bracket: The Golden Bachelor Courts Pickleball
We here at Murmurs from the Losers’ Bracket have wandered far beyond our comfort zone to watch reality TV. Specifically, The Golden Bachelor on ABC. All in the name of pickleball research. 📺More Read More Pickler – Pickleball Blog
Pickleball PSA: Write Your Name on Your Pickleball Paddle
With so many new players on the court and so many pickleball paddles that look alike, it is important to identify which one is yours. ✍️ This is particularly true because pickleball paddles are becoming increasingly more and more expensive. 💰 Adding a name decal or other identifying marking on your pickleball paddle is […]
Apple Research Highlights Growth & Positive Effects of Pickleball
Researchers from the Apple Heart and Movement Study announced that, based on data collected from Apple Watch ⌚️, “the number of participants playing pickleball in a single month surpassed the number of participants playing tennis for the first time” in July 2023. Key takeaways show pickleball has incredible physical and mental health benefits. 👏More Read […]
I Sped Up the Pickleball…Now What? Five Tips to Win the Point After the Speed-Up
When you speed up the pickleball during a rally in an effort to catch your opponents off guard, typically it is not your speed-up itself that wins the point. More often, your winning shot may happen one, two, or a few shots later. Use these tips to maximize your speed-up shots and win more points on […]
It Feels Right Ep 46: Should MLP cancel San Clemente?
India’s top-ranked pickleball played Yuvi Ruia joins the pod to shed some light on pickleball in Asia. Yuvi claims that players in China are training in secret for future pickleball takeover. He explains how the game has blown up internationally in 2023 and what is planned for 2024. Read More The Dink
65% of Paddles Failed Deflection Testing at MLP Atlanta
Major League Pickleball’s commissioner says paddles are getting more powerful, and that may be an issue for the pro scene. Read More The Dink
On-Court Pickleball Rituals: How Do Yours Stack Up to the Pros?
Prominent pickleball pros seem to each have their own on-court rituals – we analyze a few and hear from recreational players about theirs. Read More The Dink
Selkirk Unveils New Control-Focused Paddle, Luxx Control Air
Selkirk announces the Luxx Control Air, a paddle designed for “control, precision and finesse.” Read More The Dink
Countering Spin with MORE Spin | Pickleball Spin Drill
Zane Navratil encourages students to run this unique spin drill to master how they should counter it in any given situation. Read More The Dink










