New Teams, New Winners and a Sticker Controversy Highlight PPA Sacramento

Time to Add the Tomahawk to Your Game

  ​On the PicklePod, Navratil explained the number one reason you should be tomahawking: Additional inches. The Tomahawk shot is a replacement for the backhand overhead. It is used to smash a ball high on the backhand side.  Read More  The Dink 

Pickleball’s Most Dangerous Grip: The Riley Newman Pancake

  ​On last week’s PicklePod episode, Newman explains how he landed on his grip and how it changed his play style. Newman changed the game with his grip and the pancake shot. Newman’s grip allows him to protect his chicken wing with his forehand.  Read More  The Dink 

National Pickleball League Expands to 12 Teams for 2024

  ​The National Pickleball League announced significant expansion on Thursday, elevating its team count from six to 12.  Read More  The Dink Pickleball