Most 4.0 pickleball players already have the shots. The real problem is pickleball decision making, pressure management, and knowing when to use the right tool. Read More The Dink Pickleball
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Demystifying the Third Shot Drop: 3 Simple Tips from a Pro
A pro pickleball player reveals the three most common mistakes that are sabotaging your third shot drop. Here’s what you need to fix to improve consistency and control. Read More The Dink Pickleball
3 Skills That Separate 4.0 From 5.0 Pickleball Players
Professional pickleball player Ashley Griffith breaks down the exact 5.0 pickleball skills that separate elite competitors from 4.0 players. These aren’t flashy shots—they’re fundamentals that win matches. Read More The Dink Pickleball
3 Ways to Stop Getting Attacked at the Kitchen in Pickleball
Getting attacked at the kitchen isn’t bad luck—it’s because you’re giving your opponents attackable balls. Learn the three mistakes that lead to kitchen attacks and the drills that will transform your game. Read More The Dink Pickleball
The Technical Fix to Stop Popping Up Your Pickleball Shot
One of the most common mistakes in pickleball is the pop-up shot, which gives your opponent an easy put-away opportunity. Here’s how to eliminate this costly error from every part of the court. Read More The Dink Pickleball
The Pickleball Pattern Drill: How to Train Like a Pro
The pickleball pattern drill is one of the most effective ways to sharpen your counters and anticipation. Cori Elliott breaks down exactly how to run this drill and why it matters for competitive play. Read More The Dink Pickleball
The Punch, Flick & Roll: A Complete Guide to the Backhand Volley in Pickleball
The backhand volley is actually three distinct shots, each with different setups, mechanics, and strategic applications Read More The Dink Pickleball
12 Pickleball Tips That Will Transform Your Game
Two experienced pickleball players break down 12 essential pickleball tips that will transform how you approach the sport. From injury prevention to advanced footwork, these insights can help you avoid costly mistakes and accelerate your improvement. Read More The Dink Pickleball
The Complete Guide to Left Side Dinking in Pickleball
Left side dinking isn’t just about taking more balls—it’s about positioning, footwork, and court control. Read More The Dink Pickleball
MLP Columbus Event Recap – The NJ 5s Get Revenge
This is an event recap of the 2026 MLP Columbus event, held at Pickle & Chill in Columbus, Ohio. The New Jersey Fives came out victorious, earning themselves 25 regular season standings points. Read More The Dink Pickleball