For the second year in a row, Hayden Patriquin delivered a standout performance at St. Louis’ home event, this time leading the Shock to a perfect 5-0 record and their first event win of the 2026 Major League Pickleball season. St. Louis, which had finished third and second in their prior two events, got […]
A pickleball stretching routine is the fastest, most overlooked way to improve your court movement and stay injury-free. These 10 stretches target the exact muscles you use every time you step on the court. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Most players treat the transition zone like a minefield: something to escape, not exploit. These 4 offensive patterns will change how you approach the transition zone attack in pickleball and show you exactly how to generate winners from mid-court. Read More The Dink Pickleball
A practice routine for limited time pickleball players doesn’t have to be complicated, it has to be smart. Here’s how to get the most out of just 3 hours a week on the court. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Most pickleball players treat every shot the same way, which is why difficult shots feel impossible. A difficult shot in pickleball requires a completely different approach than a standard volley or dink. Read More The Dink Pickleball
A simple pickleball defensive tip can transform how you handle aggressive smashes from your opponents. Using two hands instead of one gives you the stability needed to defend baseline attacks effectively. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Impulse control in pickleball isn’t about mechanics—it’s about decision-making. Coach Jess reveals the seven worst impulses that feel justified in the moment but are quietly costing you matches Read More The Dink Pickleball
Power is great for heavy serves and baseline drives. But for those lightning-fast kitchen firefights, it’s pop you seek. These new paddles do it best. Read More The Dink Pickleball
No man’s land pickleball is where most players panic and lose points unnecessarily. Learn how to survive the midcourt zone and reset your way to the kitchen. Read More The Dink Pickleball
Pro pickleball players don’t just hit shots—they set up the next one. Master the five essential two-shot combos that separate 3.5 players from 4.0 competitors. Read More The Dink Pickleball