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03-11-25

Pickle4 Team

7 Strategies to Defeat the “Blockers” on the Pickleball Court

Facing a team of skilled defenders—commonly known as "blockers"—can be a formidable challenge. These players excel at...

6 min read

03-11-25

Pickle4 Team

The US Open Introduces the Progressive Draw Format for Pro Singles & Doubles Matches

The progressive draw format is making its way to the pro events at the Minto US Open Pickleball Championships! Learn what...

4 min read

03-11-25

Frank Cerabino

It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane … It’s a Pickleball Zooming by My Head

Making intentional hard shots aimed at your opponents have long been a topic of debate in pickleball circles. Is it a good...

10 min read

03-11-25

Pickle4 Team

Trap Your Opponents with the Bait Ball

A bait ball in pickleball is a shot that tricks your opponents into hitting a predicatable shot, setting you and your partner...

1 min read

03-11-25

Mark Peifer

Let Serve Rule Change

Players who are new to the sport of pickleball may not be aware that the rule concerning let serves was modified in 2021....

6 min read

02-21-25

Pickle4 Team

Dink Variation: The Key to Disrupting Your Opponents and Winning the Dink Battles

Incorporating different dink shot variations into your gameplay can significantly disrupt your opponent's rhythm and give...

12 min read

02-21-25

Mark Peifer

Q&A – Stray Pickleball: “Ball On” Hinder, Distraction, or Referee Responsibility?

We have all had a stray pickleball coming rolling across the pickleball court, but what should we and can we do about it?...

3 min read

02-21-25

Pickle4 Team

5 Simple Footwork Drills to Improve Your Agility on the Pickleball Court 

Building a strong foundation and honing your footwork is absolutely essential. By integrating focused footwork drills 👟...

4 min read

02-21-25

Frank Cerabino

The Myth of “Open Play”

If you’ve participated in open play, it’s likely that you have formed some opinions on how it’s organized and potential...

9 min read