Preparing for Nationals
I realize as you read this it is only a few days until the Nationals begin. However, as I write this it is 2 weeks away. Over the last few months, my time on a court has been spent teaching other people how to teach pickleball. Working on my own game has not been a […]
Make These Pickleball Decisions Before Every Point
I know everyone wants a quick fix. Something that will instantly improve their game. I actually am going to give you one in this post. It is really simple! Make these pickleball decisions before every point.
Pickleball Question: Do You Rush to Finish the Match?
As I was driving to work this morning I was cut off three times by people racing to the stoplight. A stoplight that happened to be red. This got me to thinking about pickleball players that hurry to finish the match.
Make Your Pickleball Drills More Effective
I am often asked about pickleball drills. I am asked, “What pickleball drill will improve my game?” Or I’m told, “I drill twice a week, but it doesn’t seem to be having an impact on my game.” Sound familiar? If so, I have some advice for you.
5 Steps to Better Pickleball, a New Pickleball Mastery eBook
I just launched my third ebook, 5 Steps to Better Pickleball — A Simple Plan to Creating Your Winning On-Court Strategy. This, the third book in the mastery series, was written in response to my student’s frequent requests for a book about on-court strategy.
Follow the Ball with Your Toes
I recently wrote an article about how you should follow the ball. Following the ball is key to ensuring proper court coverage… to being able to cover the whole court with your partner. But today we look at a much smaller area of the court. Today we focus on your toes.
Pickleball’s Golden Rule & My Top 5 Tips for Pickleball Communication
I’ve written before about pickleball communication…I even wrote a book about it. And we see examples of the importance of communication in every team sport. People playing volleyball, soccer, football, baseball…are always talking, calling the ball, directing other players during play.
Pickleball Glove: Do You Wear One?
I’ve noticed a lot of players using pickleball gloves recently. I realize many players start using a glove in hopes of maintaining a better grip on the paddle.
3 Keys to Perfect Pickleball Practice
Do you practice? Do you drill? Are you getting better? Are you improving as fast as you would like? If not, perhaps you need to learn the 3 keys to perfect pickleball practice.
Sanctioned and Non-Sanctioned Pickleball Tournaments
As a player and ambassador to this sport, I have always found it important to support our governing body. The USAPA has an important role in pickleball tournaments.
