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Pickleball Rulebook
2024 Pickleball Rule Book Here is the current pickleball rulebook! Find out what’s new here! 10 Reasons to Have a Pickleball Rulebook Here are ten reasons why having a pickleball rulebook for 2024 is essential: Remember, always refer to the official rulebook of the governing body, such as the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA), for authoritative…
Mastering Pickleball Etiquette: 3 Easy Hand Signals for In or Out Calls
Pickleball, a fast-paced and exciting sport blending elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong, is gaining popularity across the USA and worldwide. Central to the game’s enjoyment and fairness is clear communication between players, especially when determining whether a shot is “in” or “out.” In a recent video tutorial, we explore three simple yet effective…
Know the Pickleball Rules and Scoring
Pickleball rules and scoring are unique and sometimes confusing. If you play volleyball, then you’ll understand the term side-out. If you play tennis, it may be confusing because partners serve right after each other. It takes a bit of understanding and then it’s not so difficult. Let’s break it down. Three Numbers Are Called Out…
Differences Between Tennis & Pickleball
Tennis vs Pickleball If you’re looking for a new sport to try, look no further than pickleball! This fast-paced game is played on a court half the size of a tennis court and features a hard plastic ball with between 26 and 40 holes. With a lower net height and different serving techniques than tennis,…
Hit a Legal Pickleball Serve in 2023
Underhand Serve The purpose of the serve in pickleball is to begin the point. For those just starting out, it’s good to note that, the serve is not an offensive weapon, so simple and IN is good. Many players like the fact that the serve is underhand, which saves those with shoulder issues! You can…
New 2024 Pickleball Rule Book is Here!
Understanding the 2024 Pickleball Rule Changes Here is the updated 2024 pickleball rule book. If you are a new player, veteran player, tournament player, or anything in between, this is for you! There are a few notable changes for 2024. Incorrect Servers, Receivers, and Player Positions In last year’s rule changes, players were told to…