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Paddletek Acquires PIKKL, Signs JW & Jorja Johnson and Tyra Black
The great pickleball paddle brand consolidation steadily rolls along. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Major League Pickleball 2026 Mid-Season Tournament: Bracket, schedule, TV information
The Major League Pickleball Mid-Season Tournament starts Wednesday at Belknap Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan, which has hosted the event alongside the annual Beer City Open for the past 3 years. It’s the only event on the schedule this season that features all 20 MLP teams, as well as four additional teams in the […]
Paddletek Group announces acquisition of PIKKL, signing of JW Johnson, Jorja Johnson and Tyra Black
Paddletek on Tuesday announced a major acquisition of paddle brand PIKKL, as well as the signing of pro players JW Johnson, Jorja Johnson, Julie Johnson and Tyra Black. It’s the second time in the past 8 months that Paddletek has brought another paddle brand under the Paddletek Group umbrella — in December they acquired […]
5 Pickleball Speed-Up Fixes That Create Instant Offense Off the Bounce
The best pickleball speed up comes from hitting less of the ball, not swinging harder. Here are five fixes that put the ball down fast off the bounce. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Parris Todd Teaches Her Signature Two-Handed Backhand Counter
Top-five PPA pro Parris Todd builds her two-handed backhand counter on three moves you can copy. Dial in the prepare, contact, and follow through and you stop getting attacked at the net. Read More The Dink Pickleball
3 Pickleball Drop Shots Every Player Needs: Push, Slice, and Topspin
Most players have one drop. The best have three. Here is how to hit the push, slice, and topspin pickleball drop shot, and exactly when to use each. Read More The Dink Pickleball
How to Fix an Inconsistent Pickleball Serve in One Practice Session
If you want to know how to fix inconsistent pickleball serve mechanics, the fix usually lives in your toss, your contact point, and your follow through, not your talent. One focused practice session and three targeted drills can turn a shaky serve into your most reliable shot. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Pickleball Singles Strategies Beginners Can Actually Use
The right pickleball singles strategy beginners can rely on starts with better court coverage, not a bigger swing. This guide breaks down the serve, return, and shot selection habits that actually hold up once the rallies get long. Read More The Dink Pickleball
MLP Mid-Season Tournament Preview
The Major League Pickleball (MLP) Edward Jones Mid-Season Tournament is taking place this week at Belknap Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan in conjunction with the longstanding Beer City Open (BCO). Read More The Dink Pickleball