Andrei Daescu broke his silence Thursday after he was handed a $50k fine and 60-day suspension for submitting a paddle for testing at MLP Atlanta that had an illegal substance on it. Read More The Dink Pickleball
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Paddle Technology Crackdown Continues: PPA Bans JOOLA Gen3s at Texas Open
In the latest development regarding paddle testing and technology, the PPA Tour informed players that the JOOLA Gen 3 paddles will not be permitted for use during this week’s PPA Texas Open. Read More The Dink Pickleball
DUPR Introduces Its New Reliability Score
DUPR announced a new element to its rating system on Tuesday – the DUPR Reliability Score, its newest feature to help you better understand your rating. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Schedule Set for Upcoming Major League Pickleball Washington D.C.
The second Major League Pickleball event is fast approaching. The schedule and complete list of matches for MLP Washington D.C. has been released. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Andrei Daescu Fined $50k, Suspended for Illegal Substance on Paddle
Andrei Daescu has been fined $50k and suspended 60 days by the UPA after a paddle he possessed at MLP Atlanta was found to have an illegal substance on it. Read More The Dink Pickleball
A Loaded Field and the Pro Debut of John Isner Highlight PPA Texas Open
Almost all of the big names are competing this week at the PPA Texas Open outside Dallas, where former tennis standout John Isner makes his pro debut. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Megan Fudge and a New Format Steal the Show at the APP New York City Open
Megan Fudge was a force at the APP New York City Open while a new Sunday format created intriguing pairings and exciting results. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Updated The Dink Minor League Pickleball Leaderboard for May
The Dink Minor League Pickleball Leaderboards are now updated through May. See how you can earn a free ticket to the National Championships in December. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Why You Should Always Change Up Your Pickleball Opponents
Playing with the same players all the time is fun and predictable, but if you want to truly get better at pickleball, you should always attempt to find different opponents, writes our resident pro Eric Roddy. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Why Coaching Up Your Teammate During Pickleball Rec Play is Not Helpful
Pickleball rec play is meant to be fun, social and relaxing. That can quickly change when some players decide to coach you up. Read More The Dink Pickleball









