Pickleball Split Step: Why, How and When

Though many pickleball players have heard the term split step, they may not fully understand it or use it properly.  A split step is extremely important for your footwork at any level of play and is the focus of today’s post.

You Must Have a Pickleball Plan

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Pickleball is challenging both mentally and physically. There are so many choices and very little time to make them.  That is why you must have a pickleball plan.

Oh Sh?%: Lost Your Serve

Have you ever lost your serve? It is amazing how common it is for players to suddenly, inexplicably get the yips on their serves. It has happened to many, many players regardless of their USAPA Skill Rating.

2 Keys to Finding a Great Pickleball Partner

A reader recently asked me to comment on finding a great pickleball partner.  Certainly, finding someone you mesh with is important.  However, there are just two keys to finding a great partner.

Pickleball Must: Covering the Middle

Nothing drives me crazier than a ball floating between my partner and me down the middle. But two people crowding each other attempting to cover the middle isn’t great either.  So what’s the best approach?

The “Why” of Pickleball Strategy

As an instructor. I think it is important not only to teach what I want a student to do but also why.  Understanding the “why” is particularly important when it comes to pickleball strategy.  If you understand the why of one strategy, you are then able to apply it to others.