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Before we dive in, we wanted to wish all of the pickleball moms out there a very happy belated Mother’s Day! We hope you celebrated on the court. 💐
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No player likes to get hit with the pickleball—in other words, get “tagged” or “body bagged” as some players will call it—as it can be a blow physically and to your ego. So, how can you best neutralize your opponents’ body shots and avoid getting “tagged” or “body bagged” on the pickleball court? Learn a few tips now! 💥
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Pickleball moved up another rung on the sports ladder this week by being the subject of a funny and withering put down from national sportswriter Rick Reilly. Learn why Reilly's piece Washington Post entitled, “Why I hate pickleball” should be celebrated by pickleball players based on a comparison to one of the most famous bands in history. 🤔
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If you watch the best pickleball players in the world, you will notice that their knees are bent and they are, at times, in a deep squat on the pickleball court. This is because the best of the best understand the importance of getting low and staying low on the court. Learn why getting low and staying low will instantly improve your pickleball game. 🔥
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Selkirk Sport introduces the SLK EVO 2.0 Series! 🔥 The SLK EVO 2.0 Series delivers three models, each with a slew of new paddle technologies that culminate to three distinct playing experiences, all of which are available in Max (largest surface area and sweet spot) and XL (extended length and added power) shapes. Discover what SLK EVO 2.0 Series model is right for you!
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Is playing pickleball all the exercise you need to maintain a healthy heart? ❤️ Learn more about the cardiovascular benefits of pickleball based on the numbers!
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Sometimes, even the best of us need to get back to basics, as the basics are the foundations for success. Without a strong foundation, there can be weaknesses in your game as you add more advanced shots and strategies to your repertoire. With that said, are you mastering these 5 pickleball keys to success? 🗝
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If you get a little nervous before a pickleball tournament or other competitive game, work on building your confidence and dissipating your nerves by playing points during your warm-up. Never let your first point count in a tournament. In other words, play intense practice points or, if possible, even practice matches, before playing your first tournament match. Many players play better after a game or two. So, play practice points to get the nerves out of the way before stepping onto the court when it counts. 💪
In a mixed doubles match between Jack Sock—Anna Leigh Waters and Jake Kudsmider—Jillian Braverman, Sock hits a sharp fourth shot near the sideline. Braverman returns the shot, as Kudsmider slowly reacts to call the pickleball out of bounds. The referee quickly rejected Kudsmider’s call and calls “side out.” Why was Kudsmider’s out call not honored in the video below? 🤔
According to the rules, “all ‘out’ calls must be made ‘promptly.’” Further, “promptly” is defined as a specific point in time, which is “prior to the ball being hit by the opponent or before the ball becomes dead.” In the point shown above, Kudsmider made the call after the ball was hit by his opponent, Anna Leigh Waters. As a result, his call was not “prompt” and the ball would be presumed in.
Be sure to make your line calls promptly! ⏰
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The return of serve is one of the most important shots in pickleball, so we are bringing back some of our best tips to help you make your opponents' third shot as challenging as possible. Learn 5 strategies to win more points with your return of serve. 👏
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Serving up the latest pickleball headlines over the last two weeks... 🗞
Stay up to date on the latest news from the pro pickleball tours! The PPA Tour continued with a stop in North Carolina, while the APP Tour hit its fifth stop of 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio:
Don't forget to mark your calendars for more pro pickleball action this month... 🗓
We all have good partners and bad partners on the court—whether it is due to skill or attitude. However, every once in a while, you come across a great partner, where you are having the most fun on the pickleball court. When you do, make sure you take a moment to tell them and appreciate them. For instance:
Partner, thank you for:
Plus, they may be more likely to play with you again!
Who is your great partner? Go on and send them a “paddle tap” appreciation message! 🤗
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