Jay Devilliers, “The Flying Frenchman,” is one of pro pickleball’s most accomplished veterans — a former Wichita State tennis standout who transitioned into the pro ranks in 2019 and has stayed near the top of the sport for over half a decade. In this season-closing episode, Jay sits down with Roscoe and Jared for […]
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The Shot Selection Rule That Changes Everything
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Why You Keep Getting Beat Down the Line (And How to Fix It)
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3 Pickleball Tips That Fix Your Dink, Drop, and Reset Fast
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Backhand Roll or Flick? The 3 Keys That Tell You Which to Use
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How Senior Doubles Strategy in Pickleball Differs From Regular Doubles
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Pickleball Footwork Tips for Seniors: The Fixes Players Wish They’d Learned Sooner
Most pickleball footwork tips for seniors get sold as knee insurance, which is the wrong frame. The real win is arriving earlier so your knees never have to bail you out of an emergency reach. Read More The Dink Pickleball
The best pickleball paddles for advanced players
Advanced pickleball players are able to tell even the smallest differences between paddles. Swingweight, feel, how well the paddle “pockets” the ball, pop, power — it all matters, and each player has their own preferences in terms of what they’re looking for out of a paddle. In general, advanced players are also willing to […]
The best pickleball paddles for intermediate players
As you level up in pickleball, the paddle you use will have a more noticeable impact on your performance. And if you’ve reached the 3.5-4.0+ level, you’re probably becoming more in-tune with your play style and what kind of paddle will fit with your game. For intermediate players, we recommend a paddle that is […]