Pickleball’s Evolution
I admit it I am a pickleball geek. I love learning about the history of the sport. I am fascinated by pickleball’s evolution, the many advancements that are being made. If there is something that will improve my game in any way…sign me up!
My Pickleball Life and a PPR Update
Some of you may have heard about our big move! In case you haven’t today I will update you on my pickleball life and provide more details about the PPR.
Misdirection: Time and Space Required to Change the Direction of the Ball
While giving clinics over the last few weeks, I was often asked how to change the direction of the ball. Hitting an effective misdirection shot takes time and space.
How to Move Less on the Pickleball Court
If you are a regular reader you know that I want you to slow down, stop shuffling and move less on the pickleball court. “Easier said than done,” you say. Today we talk about my keys to doing this.
3 Keys to Pickleball Court Position
When we are playing, our minds often race from thought to thought as it relates to our pickleball court position. Where am I aimed? … Where is my opponent going to hit the ball? … Can I get to the ball and control my return? … What’s my partner doing? The list goes on and on. […]
Professional Pickleball Registry…What the Future Holds
As many of you have heard, I have taken a new position as Lead Educator and Head Clinician for the newly formed Professional Pickleball Registry. It is a great privilege to have been approached for this position.
Tennis Facilities Embrace Pickleball
Recently we have been spending time on the east coast. One of the major things that I have noticed is how many tennis facilities are getting on board with pickleball. This is great news!
3 Tips for Those Looking for a Pickleball Partner
When I first started playing in pickleball tournaments I was often in search of a pickleball partner. Though I had a partner for women’s … I was always searching for a pickleball partner for the mixed division. If you are a newer player, you might often find yourself looking for a partner so let me […]
Focus on Pickleball Fundamentals
I sometimes come across a player that wants to learn how to hit a particular shot that they saw an advanced player hit. And I know there are instructors that focus on explaining how to hit a “trick” shot like this player or that. But my focus, and I believe your focus, should be on […]
3 Keys to Increasing Your Pickleball Strike Zone
Players often have issues with shots between their hips and the shoulders. We tend to focus (and practice) hitting balls below the net, like a dink. However, there are lots of balls that are higher. So today we will focus on increasing your pickleball strike zone.
