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USA Pickleball certified referee Mark Peifer
Est. Reading: 4 minutes
March 20, 2024

How to Renew Your USA Pickleball Referee Certificate

Being a certified pickleball referee is both challenging and fun. As a sports official, you have a huge responsibility for making decisions. On the bright side, you will meet many players and learn from them.  Not to mention, pickleball referees receive pay depending on the level and the kind of tournament. So, if you want […]
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pickleball referee training
Est. Reading: 4 minutes
March 8, 2024

Pickleball Referee Advanced Training Sessions (ATS) Guide

Just like pickleball players, aspiring referees in the sport should know how to play and understand the rules before becoming one. However, as expected, these sports officials must undergo rigid training created explicitly for them.  It includes attending advanced training sessions for pickleball referees. If you’re really serious about being a certified pickleball referee, this […]
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pickleball referee duties
Est. Reading: 7 minutes
March 4, 2024

Pickleball Referee Guide: Certification, Duties, and Salary

Pickleball may be unique in many ways compared to other paddle sports. But indeed, all sports tournaments have one thing in common - a referee. So, if you love pickleball but don’t want to be a pro player, why not become a referee?  This comprehensive guide will teach you how to become a certified pickleball […]
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pickleball paddle and ball on court
Est. Reading: 4 minutes
February 16, 2024

Pickleball Technical Warnings, Fouls, and Match Forfeit

Pickleball is known for being one of the friendliest sports, with players just there to enjoy the game. However, some players occasionally succumb to their emotions and do the unthinkable - committing a technical foul.  When such an incident arises, the referee has to take action. Although we hope this will not happen, below is […]
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convert tennis court into pickleball courts
Est. Reading: 6 minutes
February 15, 2024

How to Convert a Tennis Court Into Pickleball Courts: DIY Guide

As pickleball fever sweeps the nation, the transformation of tennis courts into vibrant pickleball havens has become a thrilling trend. Imagine the buzz of activity as four pickleball courts emerge from the footprint of just one tennis court.  The best part? Converting your local tennis court into pickleball courts is simpler than you can imagine. […]
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pickleball doubles women
Est. Reading: 3 minutes
February 11, 2024

Pickleball Selection Rules: Serve, Receive, and Switch Ends

There are many great things about pickleball, and being fair to all players on the court is just one of them. With that, specific rules exist for choosing the server and receiver and switching places after every game. These rules are covered in Section 5 of the 2024 USA Pickleball Official Rulebook. To make them […]
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female pickleball player long hair
Est. Reading: 6 minutes
February 8, 2024

Pickleball Faults You Must Avoid to Win Games (Complete List)

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, […]
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wheelchair pickleball
Est. Reading: 3 minutes
February 6, 2024

Wheelchair Pickleball Rules: Court Size and How to Play

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. […]
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2024 ppa serve rules
Est. Reading: 3 minutes
February 5, 2024

2024 PPA Pickleball Serve Rules Changes vs USAP Rules

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 […]
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pickleball ball touch net let
Est. Reading: 4 minutes
February 5, 2024

What is Let Serve Rule in Pickleball and Why Was It Removed?

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 […]
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