Pickleball News & Guides
Pickleball News & Guides
Original guides, tips, and strategy articles covering every part of the game, from beginner basics to advanced doubles tactics.
Pickleball Ready Position: The Foundation of Every Good Shot
Learn the correct pickleball ready position for singles, doubles, kitchen play, and returns. Proper stance, paddle placement, and weight distribution explained.
The Pickleball Lob: When to Use It, How to Hit It, How to Defend It
Master the pickleball lob shot with this complete guide. Learn offensive vs defensive lobs, proper technique, when to lob, and how to defend against lobs.
Pickleball Doubles Communication: What to Say and When
Improve your doubles game with better communication. Learn the key calls, hand signals, pre-point routines, and partner strategies that winning teams use.
How to Play Pickleball: A Complete Beginner's Guide
Learn how to play pickleball from scratch. This beginner guide covers rules, scoring, equipment, basic shots, court layout, and tips for your first game.
5 Pickleball Footwork Drills That Will Transform Your Game
Improve your court coverage, reaction time, and balance with these 5 pickleball footwork drills. Covers split-steps, lateral shuffles, and transition movement.
Pickleball Rating Levels Explained: From 2.0 to 5.0+
Understand pickleball skill ratings from 2.0 beginner to 5.0+ pro. Learn what each level looks like, how ratings are determined, and how to move up.
Pickleball Kitchen Rules Explained: The Complete NVZ Guide
Everything you need to know about the pickleball kitchen (non-volley zone). Learn what you can and cannot do, common faults, and strategies to master kitchen play.
Pickleball Serve Rules and Faults: Everything You Need to Know
Master pickleball serving rules including underhand requirements, drop serves, foot faults, and the most common serving violations to avoid.
How to Keep Score in Pickleball Doubles: A Simple Guide
Learn the three-number scoring system in pickleball doubles. This step-by-step guide makes the 0-0-2 start rule, server numbers, and side-outs easy to understand.
Pickleball Court Size vs Tennis Court: Complete Comparison
Compare pickleball and tennis court dimensions side by side. Learn the exact measurements, how many pickleball courts fit on a tennis court, and conversion tips.
What Is a Dink in Pickleball? The Shot That Changes Everything
Learn what a dink is, why it's the most important shot in pickleball, and how to execute it properly. Includes grip, technique, and practice drills.
Best Pickleball Strategies for Doubles: Win More Games
Master the top doubles strategies including stacking, dinking patterns, third shot selection, and communication. Proven tactics for every skill level.
How to Beat Bangers in Pickleball: 7 Proven Strategies
Stop losing to hard-hitting bangers. Learn the defensive techniques, positioning adjustments, and strategic counters that neutralize power players.
Third Shot Drop Guide: Master the Most Important Shot in Pickleball
Learn how to execute the third shot drop consistently. Step-by-step technique, common mistakes, when to drop vs drive, and drills to practice.
Erne Shot Explained: How to Hit Pickleball's Flashiest Move
Learn the Erne shot in pickleball, including when to use it, proper footwork, setup plays, and how to defend against it.
Skinny Singles Rules and Strategy: The Best Way to Improve
Learn skinny singles rules, why coaches recommend it, scoring variations, and strategies to dominate this half-court training format.
Best Pickleball Paddles for Beginners in 2026
Find the perfect starter paddle with our guide to the best beginner pickleball paddles in 2026. Covers weight, grip size, materials, and top picks under $100.
Pickleball Paddle Weight Guide: How to Choose the Right Weight
Understand how paddle weight affects your game. Learn the differences between lightweight, midweight, and heavy paddles and find your ideal weight range.
Indoor vs Outdoor Pickleballs: What's the Difference?
Learn the key differences between indoor and outdoor pickleballs including hole count, weight, durability, and which ball to use for your playing environment.
Is Pickleball Good Exercise? What the Science Says
Discover why pickleball is one of the best exercises for all ages. Research-backed health benefits including calorie burn, cardio fitness, and mental health.
Pickleball Injuries and Prevention: Stay on the Court
Learn the most common pickleball injuries, how to prevent them, proper warm-up routines, and when to see a doctor.
What is Stacking in Pickleball? A Complete Guide
Learn everything about stacking in pickleball doubles, including when to stack, left vs right formations, and common mistakes to avoid.
Pickleball Scoring Rules Explained for Beginners
Confused by pickleball scoring? This beginner-friendly guide breaks down singles and doubles scoring, server numbers, and the 0-0-2 start rule.
10 Pickleball Drills to Improve Your Dink Game
Master the dink shot with these 10 drills for every skill level. From solo wall drills to competitive cross-court challenges.
All content is original and written by the Dink of Fame team.