Pickleball Decisions: You Get What You Give
Many people tend to struggle with making pickleball decisions. We sometimes forget to even make a decision, or forget what we intended to do. However, the many choices we have with every shot is what makes this game so much fun! Pace, depth, speed, placement…all of these are pickleball decisions we can make.
3 Keys to a Solid Return of Serve
Unforced pickleball errors are often the difference between winning and losing. Among the most frustrating is a poorly hit return of serve. Today we focus on just 3 keys to hitting a solid return of serve.
Pickleball Mindset: Being Present
Imagine this…you are down 1-8 in the third game. You just hit a stunning smash into the net. As you receive serve are you focused on the point you are playing or the last point? Perhaps, you and your partner won the first game and are up 9-2 in the second game…are you thinking about the […]
LPGA Veteran Sherri Steinhauer Loves Pickleball
During my recent swing through the California desert, I was playing at Freedom Park. It just so happens three time British Open champion Sherri Steinhauer was playing that day as well. As she and her 4.5 partner were preparing for a tournament, I asked if we could play.
What Motivates You to Play Pickleball?
What motivates you to play pickleball? Is it a fun way to lose weight? Is it the social aspects of the game…catching up with friends between matches or heading out for a hardy brunch after you play? For many entering tournaments keeps them working on their game. Perhaps it is just plain fun! Today let’s […]
Pickleball Lessons from the USAPA Nationals
Nationals VIII is now in the history books. Time to reflect on what I observed, and identify areas for my own improvement. I want to share with you the pickleball lessons I’m taking from Casa Grande this year.
