Dive into the thrilling world of pickleball, where USA Pickleball governs a set of rules that add a spicy twist to the game. Commit a fault, and you'll face the consequences in the form of penalties – it's all part of the game! Whether you're a curious newbie, eager to unravel the secrets of pickleball, […]
There are two significant categories of pickleball tournaments: sanctioned and non-sanctioned. As the governing body of the sport in the United States, USA Pickleball (USAP) sanctions tournaments that comply with the requirements. As a player, you should know how USA PIckleball-sanctioned events work and their advantages and disadvantages. This comprehensive guide aims to shed light […]
Pickleball is a sport for everyone, regardless of age, race, belief, and ability. Being the country’s governing body, USA Pickleball does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. With this, the pickleball wheelchair is an approved format. To make pickleball adaptable to people on wheelchairs, USA Pickleball slightly modified the playing rules and court size. […]
The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) changed its serve rules for 2024, and many players were unhappy. Some even got confused because they didn’t see those changes in the 2024 USA Pickleball Official Rulebook. It’s been over a month since both organizations updated their rules, and many YouTubers and players have already explained them. Once and […]
If you've been in the pickleball game since before 2021, you might remember the let serve rule. However, we know that pickleball rules continuously change to improve the sport. So, whether you are a beginner or an advanced player, you should know the latest rules. In this post, you’ll learn everything about ‘let’ in pickleball […]
Pickleball, like other sports, doesn't always have a happy ending. Although rare, a player or team may announce withdrawal from a match. In some cases, the match needs to be retired or forfeited. Fortunately, USA Pickleball imposes some rules on how to handle unexpected circumstances. This post discusses everything about match retirements, withdrawals, and forfeits. […]
If you’ve just started playing pickleball, two questions could be running through your mind. “Should I practice better to join tournaments or only do it for fun and exercise?” Well, there’s no right or wrong answer, as it depends on several factors. But to help you decide, let’s compare the difference between pickleball tournaments and […]
WPR stands for World Pickleball Rating and is a pickleball rating system based on the player's actual performance in tournaments. While it might not have the spotlight like other rating systems, understanding your WPR rating becomes a game-changer when you enter the tournament arena. So, what exactly are WPR Ratings? How is it different from UTPR? […]
As a pickleball player who wants to gain more experience, the next step is to join tournaments and do your best to win. But aside from preparing hard for your first tournament, you should know how pickleball tournaments work. After reading this comprehensive guide, you will learn everything about pickleball tournaments. It includes the different […]
The 2024 Miami Open will add Major League Pickleball (MLP) events and wheelchair tennis. These exciting additions are the first in the history of the annual prestigious tennis event. More importantly, adding MLP events in a professional tennis event will help bridge the gap between the two famous sports. “We are delighted to welcome both […]
Picklepow started when a group of friends came together over a shared bond – Pickleball! After playing for years, they created a resource to teach others and connect them to courts across the country. Need a new hobby? You might've just found it!
