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Category: Pickleball 101

pickleball doubles players
Est. Reading: 6 minutes
January 24, 2024

Pickleball UTPR Rating Guide: Calculation and Pros and Cons

If you have been playing pickleball for some time and want to join tournaments sanctioned by USA Pickleball, you need a UTPR rating. It will be your passport to getting to the top of the sport professionally. But what exactly is a UTPR rating, and how does it work? Most importantly, how can you get […]
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pickleball legal serve
Est. Reading: 8 minutes
January 23, 2024

Pickleball Serve Rules Guide and Tips: How to Do a Legal Serve

Like in other paddle or racket sports, pickleball has its own set of serving rules. So, whether you are a beginner or an experienced pickleball player, you should understand these rules and follow them religiously.  The USA Pickleball imposed major changes in the serving rules in 2023, which will be fully explained below. After reading […]
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indoor vs outdoor pickleball ball
Est. Reading: 4 minutes
January 20, 2024

Indoor vs Outdoor Pickleball Ball: Specifications and Differences

You can play pickleball either indoors or outdoors using the same paddle. But when it comes to the ball, there are some rules you should follow. After reading this guide, you will learn the several differences between indoor and outdoor balls, Before we continue, you must know that indoor and outdoor pickleball have the same […]
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Picklebll players doubles
Est. Reading: 5 minutes
January 19, 2024

Pickleball DUPR Rating: How to Get Yours, and Pros and Cons

If you have been watching pickleball games for quite some time, you may already have heard announcers and the crowd talking about DUPR ratings. As an aspiring pickleball player, you can ask advanced players, and they'll explain it to you.  However, it can be confusing if you don't know the basics and the updated version. […]
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pickleball net
Est. Reading: 4 minutes
January 13, 2024

Pickleball Net Specifications: Height, Material, and Posts

Like other paddle or racket sports courts, pickleball courts also have a net between the two service courts. As a player, you should know the required pickleball net height and other specifications set by USA Pickleball. This comprehensive guide will discuss everything you should know about pickleball nets and how they differ from tennis nets. […]
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Pickleball players doubles
Est. Reading: 4 minutes
January 11, 2024

Pickleball 2-Bounce vs Double-Bounce Rule: Are They The Same?

If you have been playing pickleball for quite some time, you most likely have heard the terms “2-bounce rule” and “double-bounce rule.” For many years, pickleball players and fans have known these terms as the same rules and sometimes use them interchangeably. But if you’re only a beginner, you may have heard that the 2-bounce […]
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Pickleball mixed players trying to score
Est. Reading: 6 minutes
January 10, 2024

Side-Out vs Rally Scoring: Which is Better for Pickleball?

If you're serious about playing pickleball, you should understand how the scoring system works. The side-out scoring is the traditional system in pickleball. USA Pickleball has been using it in all its tournaments since the beginning. But in 2023, the Major League Pickleball (MLP) began implementing the rally scoring system in some tournaments. Although unpopular, […]
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man holding pickleball paddle and ball
Est. Reading: 4 minutes
January 8, 2024

Pickleball 2-Bounce Rule Explained: Purpose and How It Works

Aside from being a fun sport, pickleball is also known for being unique in so many ways. For instance, it is the only sport that has a two-bounce rule. If you're new to pickleball, this should be the first rule you must understand clearly.  Although this rule looks simple, you should know why it is […]
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kids playing pickleball
Est. Reading: 5 minutes
January 7, 2024

How to Introduce & Teach Pickleball to Your Kids (The Fun Way)

You may have heard that pickleball is a sport for all ages, and yes, this is true. In fact, even kids can play pickleball. So, whichever part of the world you live in, as long as there’s pickleball, it’s time for you to teach the sport to your children.  But the question is how. Well, […]
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pickleball vs padel
Est. Reading: 6 minutes
January 6, 2024

Pickleball vs Padel Comparison: Similarities and Differences

Pickleball and padel are paddle sports that have become more popular as the years pass. But what are the similarities and differences between them? Which one is easier to play? Is there really a pickleball vs. padel battle going on in terms of popularity? To answer these questions, this ultimate guide will discuss their detailed […]
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