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It’s January 2024 and the much-anticipated 2024 USA Pickleball Official Rulebook has just been released. For pickleball players who look forward to seeing what’s new each year, let’s dive into the key rule changes and updates that will impact gameplay and tournaments. This year, 92 rule suggestions were submitted by USA Pickleball members during the […]

As a moderate to high intensity activity, it can be an excellent way to burn calories and get in shape. But exactly how many calories can you expect to burn playing pickleball? Please note that these are average estimates and the actual number of calories burned can vary based on individual factors. The intensity of

Yes, you can play pickleball on grass, but it’s not the ideal surface for the game due to several factors (less bounce, uneven surfaces, and difficulty seeing court lines), and neither is it recommended by the USAPA. Pickleball is typically played on hard, smooth surfaces like asphalt or concrete. While it’s technically possible to play

Jenny was new to pickleball and playing her first doubles tournament game. The score was tied up 9-9 – so close to match point! It was her team’s serve, so Jenny confidently called “10-9-1” and struck the ball. But suddenly the opponents cried foul, saying the score was still 9-9. If only Jenny had kept

While pickleball is often played in doubles, it’s also important to understand how to play it as singles when the occasion arises. Pickleball singles is a bit more challenging because you’re on your own covering the court. However, it can be a lot of fun and can help you improve your overall pickleball skills. In

Before we start, let me make something clear: This article isn’t saying you should gamble. If you’re not into gambling, that’s totally fine, and I’m not trying to change your mind. What we’re talking about here is how professional pickleball now has gambling options, and it’s part of the business strategy of the Professional Pickleball

Pickleball is a fun, social sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. It is played on a badminton-sized court with paddles and a plastic ball with holes like a wiffle ball. The pickleball game can be played as singles or doubles. The court measures 20×44 feet, which is approximately a quarter the

Yes, you can play pickleball on a tennis court, but with some adjustments to the dimensions of the court. With over 270,000 tennis courts in the United States according to the Tennis Industry Association, there are hundreds of thousands of potential places to play pickleball. Chances are high, a court is nearby for you to

The dimensions of a regulation pickleball court are 20 ft x 44 ft for both singles and doubles play. This is roughly half the size of a tennis court. As pickleball continues to gain popularity, more and more people are looking to set up their own pickleball courts. Understanding the proper dimensions and layout of

The official height of a pickleball net is 34 inches at the center and 36 inches at the ends. This lower net height compared to tennis allows for various strategic shots and encourages a faster pace of play. Pickleball incorporates elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Central to the game is the pickleball net,