Pickleball Central Blog

Give the Gift of Pickleball: Why Pickleball Is the Best Gift This Year 2024

by Kelly Frazier on Oct 10, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, the search for the perfect gift becomes a joyful mission, and pickleball is the present that ke … read more

Pickleball Gifts for Her: Making This Holiday Season Extra Special 2024

by Kelly Frazier on Oct 10, 2024

The holiday season is fast approaching, and finding the perfect gift for the special women in your life can be a delightful chall … read more

Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C Paddle Review

by Joseph Sutton on Sep 30, 2024

Bottom Line: The Paddletek Esquire is a defensive weapon that has enough pop to put pressure on your opponents from the … read more

Court Connections: Unity on the Court – Celebrating Inclusivity in Pickleball

by Kelly R Frazier on Sep 30, 2024

As we dive into the month of October, Court Connections is embracing the theme Unity on the Court, focusing on the incredibl … read more

Skechers Pickleball: Elevating Comfort and Performance on the Court

Sep 24, 2024

In the world of pickleball, your gear matters, and when it comes to footwear, Skechers is leading the charge with innovation, com … read more

Best Pickleball Paddles of 2024

by Joseph Sutton on Sep 17, 2024

At Pickleball Central, we test hundreds of new paddles every year, and only the best pickleball paddles are selected to … read more

Court Connections From Setback to Comeback: A Pickleball Journey of Resilience

Sep 16, 2024

In the pickleball community, injuries can be a tough hurdle to overcome, especially for active players who spend countless hours … read more

Bringing the Fun to Pickleball: A Chat with Recess Pickleball's Founders

by Kelly Frazier on Sep 10, 2024

Pickleball has been winning hearts across the globe, and few brands capture the spirit of fun and community like Recess Pick … read more

Versix Vector Pickleball Paddle Review

by Joseph Sutton on Aug 28, 2024

Bottom Line: The Versix Vector is a solid feeling paddle that offers all-court to power performance on court. Though … read more

Court Connections September: Back to Court Stories: Celebrating Resilience and Return to Pickleball

by Kelly Frazier on Aug 28, 2024

As summer transitions into fall, it's the perfect time to celebrate the stories of resilience and triumph in our pickleball commu … read more

HEAD Boom Tour Paddle Review

by Joseph Sutton on Aug 21, 2024

HEAD BOOM Tour Pickleball Paddle Review: Power, Precision, and a Few Trade-offs Bottom Line: HEAD&rsq … read more

The Best Made in the USA Pickleball Paddles (and more)

by Joseph Sutton on Aug 19, 2024

In the world of pickleball, quality and performance are paramount. At Pickleball Central, we understand that our customers … read more

HEAD Motion Pro Pickleball Shoe Full Review

by Joseph Sutton on Aug 19, 2024

Bottom Line: The Motion Pro looks like a running shoe and a court shoe put together, and it's like that on purpose. … read more

Paddletek's 2024 Carbon Fiber Tempest & Bantam Paddles - A Well-Rounded Line-Up, Worth the Wait!

by Karen Thomas on Aug 19, 2024

Major Paddletek Paddle Launch - a Legacy in Pickleball Delivers Game Winning Performance In 2010, Michigan-based … read more

World's Quietest Paddle' by Diadem Pickleball

by Diadem Pickleball on Aug 7, 2024

BLOCK OUT THE NOISE AND EXPERIENCE THE HUSH: THE WORLD’S QUIETEST PADDLEWe sat down with the team at Diadem Pickleball to l … read more

Celebrate National Parents' Day with Pickleball: A Gift Guide for Active Families

by Kelly Frazier on Jul 22, 2024

National Parents' Day (July 28th, 2024) is the perfect opportunity to show appreciation for the parents in our lives. This year, … read more

Heritage Pickle-ball: Celebrate the Past, Play for the Future

by Kelly Frazier on Jul 18, 2024

At PickleballCentral, we're excited to introduce the latest line by Heritage Pickle-ball—a brand that beautifully melds … read more

Holbrook Pickleball: Innovation, Family, and Community at the Heart of the Game

Jul 16, 2024

At Holbrook Pickleball, every paddle, every design, and every innovation tells a story—one of family, passion, and a deep lo … read more