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Fourteen months after the original Boomstik shook up the power paddle market, Selkirk is preparing its next big release. Here's a first look ahead of the November 10 launch.
Most players practice the forehand speed up technique but never learn where to aim it. This lesson from pro coach Zack Silver shows how to set up and choose your spots from…
Two versions. Two very different personalities. The new Nightblade 001 and 002 put explosive power and controlled stability on opposite sides of the same battlefield — for just $150 apiece.
A disagreement over a tournament format allegedly turned physical at an Ave Maria pickleball facility, with a slow cooker becoming an unlikely part of the confrontation. Or was it?
Pickleball's explosive growth isn't slowing down. But as clubs face mounting financial pressure, the difference between thriving and surviving may come down to location, community and a defensible business model.
PPA Hong Kong was a 1500-point event with slow courts, surprising exits, and a fresh debate about singles versus doubles. Here are the seven takeaways that matter most for players and fans.
Sprinting to the kitchen after every drop is causing your pop-ups. Use the one stop and two stop third shot drop approach to move with control instead.
Your two-handed backhand volley depends on thoracic rotation and a healthy rotator cuff, two things most players never train. Here are two simple drills that fix both.
We're teaming up with DUPR for a Halloween costume contest, and three winners are walking away with prizes. Dress up, send DUPR your photo, and you could be one of them.
Franklin X-44 vs Life Time LT Pro 48 vs Selkirk S2 Pro: Which Is Best? Performance pickleballs have come a long way. Three balls stand out right now: the Life Time LT…
Led by new owner Hugh Zhang, the former Nashville Chefs franchise returns to MLP with plans to host a league event in Houston next season.
New Ownership Group Led By Hugh Zhang Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash) today announced that the Houston Hammers will join the league for the 2027 season as MLP’s 21st team.…
The punch volley is the shot that keeps hard hitters from crowding the kitchen. Here are five keys to hit it deep, balanced, and with confidence.
Over the past two weeks, one of the most polarizing debates in professional pickleball hasn't involved paddle testing, questionable line calls, or the sport's complicated professional landscape. It's been about screaming. This…
The unwritten rules of pickleball have shifted a lot over the last decade. Here is a pro's take on which ones still matter and which ones should disappear.
One viral debate suggests pickleball might be most enjoyable when players are just good enough to be dangerous. The comments are hilarious — and surprisingly relatable.
Before you point out that the difference between 14mm and 16mm is just 2mm, let me get ahead of you! This is a long-standing joke I often hear on the subject, but…
After touring more than 75 pickleball facilities across 19 states and seven countries and territories, here's what separates the clubs players love from the ones they leave behind
Gearbox Pressure X In-Depth Review: A Forgiving Face Without the Twist Weight Tested by Braydon Unsicker · 5.0 player · October 14, 2026 · How we test → Gearbox has always done things a little differently. They have…
Have pickleball paddles actually gotten more powerful since USA Pickleball introduced PBCoR testing? It’s a question Braydon set out to investigate after anecdotal evidence suggested paddles have continued getting more offensive over…
The Best $100 Power Pickleball Paddles of 2026 Paddle Comparison Best $100 Power Paddles Tested by Braydon Unsicker · 5.0 player · October 5, 2026 · How we test → Budget pickleball paddles have come a long way.…
From beginner paddles under $75 to premium paddles over $250, here’s what changes as you spend more. Buying your first pickleball paddle seems simple until you start shopping. Paddles can range anywhere…
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Tickets for Event – Part of 2026 Pickleball World Championships – On-Sale via Tixr.com The schedule is now available for the inaugural MLP Nations Cup. The three-day event will feature eight regional…