Pickleball Central Blog

Easy and Effective Pickleball Hand-Eye Coordination Drills

by laurapbc on Apr 17, 2019

A wide variety of techniques go into pickleball skill development, but as much as areas like footwork and ball placement matte … read more

3rd Bainbridge Cup Arriving in Germany - Are You Team North America or Europe?

by laurapbc on Apr 10, 2019

This summer an exciting showdown will happen between two powerhouse pickleball teams representing North America and Europe at the … read more

Meet The Pros - Steve Deakin

by elizaled on Apr 5, 2019

Meet The Pros - Steve Deakin Steve Deakin at 2018 USAPA Nationals, Indian Wells When I first reached out to Steve, I thought he … read more

Pickleball Ball Holders and Storage Ideas

by laurapbc on Apr 3, 2019

When you're playing pickleball, especially in an area with multiple games, it's a given that balls will end up scattered across … read more

Test Your Indoor Pickleball Skills at the Finnish Open

by laurapbc on Mar 28, 2019

This week the U.S. is hosting the lnternational Indoor Pickleball Championships in Centralia, but there's another competition com … read more

Randy Wince Adds Extra Fun to Pickleball with Unique Events

by laurapbc on Mar 27, 2019

Randy Wince gives his local group of picklers plenty to look forward to thanks to the fun activities he plans every month at the … read more

Play at the 2019 French Open and Explore the Medieval Village of Fayence

by laurapbc on Mar 22, 2019

France is renowned among many for its food, fragrances and fashion, but if that wasn't enough to entice you to visit, you can no … read more

Should You Want to Win in Rec Play?

by laurapbc on Mar 16, 2019

Recreational play means a variety of things to picklers depending on who you ask. Almost everyone would prefer to win even in re … read more

Three Fans Pitch Pickleball and Win Support for Local Courts

by laurapbc on Mar 13, 2019

Here's a unique and interesting way several individuals have gained support for pickleball: The art of the pitch! In thi … read more

Mumbai's JMD Youth Club Funds 2 Courts to Expand the Game in India

by laurapbc on Mar 6, 2019

Our friends at AIPA (All India Pickleball Association) got in touch to share some exciting news about the construction of two ne … read more

The Importance of Coordinating Colors for Indoor Pickleball

by laurapbc on Mar 1, 2019

Playing pickleball indoors provides several benefits: You get to stay out of harsh weather, never have to worry about wind interf … read more

Mother/Daughter Team Defeats Jardim/Carr at Florida Grand Slam

by laurapbc on Feb 27, 2019

In an incredible match at the Florida Grand Slam, world-class players Simone Jardim (US Open Triple Crown Winner) and Corrine … read more

GAMMA’s Dart Hits the Mark with Its Low Cost and Precision Placement

by laurapbc on Feb 22, 2019

GAMMA’s Dart Paddle has reached our shelves and with its price efficient yet high quality features it’s already winn … read more

Meet The Pros - Katie Dyer

by elizaled on Feb 20, 2019

Meet the Pros – Katie Dyer 2018 Scheels Capital Classic - Gold KaSandra Marie Gehrke/Katie Dyer, Silver LeEllen Lane and … read more

Products to Stay Warm While You’re Playing Pickleball in the Winter

by laurapbc on Feb 13, 2019

If you’re determined to play pickleball outdoors when the temperature has dipped below most people’s comfort level, … read more

Is Pickleball a Year-Round Sport?

by laurapbc on Feb 8, 2019

Certain sports are simply made for the summer. Baseball, soccer, golf and other activities practically necessitate nice weather … read more

How USAPA Ambassador Cindy Clodfelter Brought Pickleball to NC Schools

by laurapbc on Feb 6, 2019

We were contacted by USAPA Ambassador Cindy Clodfelter to share an exciting story about her success bringing pickleball to Lee C … read more

How Do You Feel About Pickleball Trick Shots?

by laurapbc on Feb 2, 2019

When you've got the skill, sometimes you just feel like showing off. If the stakes are low or you're going after a difficult s … read more