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11-27-2024

Mark Peifer

Q&A – Conflict in the Kitchen

QUESTION: We had a conflict about the kitchen. In doubles, Player A was in the kitchen when the opponent hit the ball. Player...

2 min read

11-27-2024

Pickle4 Team

3 Pickleball Tips to Prepare for the Lob

A lob is one of the most effective shots in your arsenal. When executed with precision, a well-timed lob can catch your opponents...

4 min read

11-15-2024

Pickle4 Team

Prolong the Life of Your Pickleball Paddle & Other Tips to Care for Your Pickleball Equipment

When it comes to excelling on the pickleball court, having the right equipment isn’t just beneficial—it’s essential....

9 min read

11-15-2024

Pickle4 Team

Split Step to Avoid Moving Violations

Moving your feet while striking the pickleball can lead to unforced errors on the court—often, you’ll find yourself overrunning...

1 min read

11-15-2024

Mark Peifer

Q&A – Items on Court

By Mark Peifer, USA Pickleball Certified Referee; Past Chairman, USA Pickleball Rules Committee QUESTION: My opponent’s...

1 min read

11-15-2024

Frank Cerabino

Ten Things NOT to Say on a Pickleball Court

Noise complaints about pickleball courts are common, but let’s face it: one of the most avoidable sources of irritation...

11 min read

10-31-2024

Pickle4 Team

Tips to Balance Patience and Aggression in Pickleball to Win More Points

Have you ever found yourself caught in a what feels like a tug-of-war between patience and aggression on the pickleball court?...

8 min read

10-31-2024

Pickle4 Team

Amplify Your Game by Hitting With Shape

A shot with shape is a powerful technique that uses spin to curve the pickleball toward your target. This advanced skill...

2 min read

10-31-2024

Mark Peifer

Who Makes the Call?

By Mark Peifer, USA Pickleball Certified Referee; Past Chairman, USA Pickleball Rules Committee QUESTION: I was playing doubles...

2 min read