Pickleball players are a special group of people. The social interaction our sport provides sparks a special sense of happiness, bringing us back to the courts again and again. And, as it turns out, research shows that happy people are generous people. If you and your pickleball pals are feeling that warm sense of […]
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The Blueprint to Winning More Points as the Serving Team
In pickleball, the serving team starts every point at a natural disadvantage. The third shot is regularly the moment where points start to unravel. The choice you make here largely determines whether you feed into your opponents’ advantage, stay stuck in neutral, or step into control of the rally. Why the Third Shot Matters […]
Plan Your 2026 Getaway: Pickleball, Relaxation, and Coastal Luxury at Wild Dunes Resort
As travelers start planning their 2026 adventures, there’s a coastal destination that perfectly blends pickleball, leisure and luxury—Wild Dunes Resort on South Carolina’s Isle of Palms. With six dedicated pickleball courts, world-class amenities, and a stunning seaside setting just minutes from downtown Charleston, Wild Dunes is the ultimate year-round getaway for families, friend groups, […]
Austin Pickle Ranch—National Award Winner
Austin Pickle Ranch Austin, Texas Imagine, if you will, an empty warehouse that through its transformation into an indoor pickleball facility garnered a prestigious national award from the American Sports Builders Association as its 2024 Indoor Pickleball Facility of the Year. Well, that’s exactly what transpired for Austin Pickle Ranch, which had officially opened […]
‘Cornering the Ball’: The Real Reason Your Dinks Pop Up
Ever wonder why pros look like they have so much time? It’s not some secret technique. It’s footwork, positioning, and the willingness to move their feet instead of extending their arm. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Tesla and Selkirk Made a Pickleball Paddle
Years in the making, the USAP-approved, limited-edition collab nobody saw coming drops today and comes packed with a slew of new tech and features Read More The Dink Pickleball
Straight to Jail: Diadem’s New Paddles Make a Playable Monopoly Board
Do not step into the kitchen. Do not collect any DUPR points. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Dink Founder to Anna Bright: ‘It’s Not About Winning, That Part’s Easy’
The singles match of the century goes down Saturday, Dec. 13 at The Dink’s Courted Miami pickleball social event: Thomas Shields vs. Anna Bright. A 5.0 vs. a pro. For all the marbles. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Target Practice: Win More Points by Attacking the Right Spots on your Opponents
You can’t go to the same spot every single time you go on offense – eventually, your opponent will catch on. And make you pay for it. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Want the Ball, Hunt the Ball: How to Control the Middle Court in Pickleball
The middle is the most valuable real estate on the court, and controlling it isn’t all about power — it’s about awareness, positioning, and the willingness to hunt. Read More The Dink Pickleball