Basketball To Pickleball Transformation

Basketball To Pickleball Transformation

This community in Delaware featured a basketball court that while still in good shape wasn’t getting a lot of use.   The property managers reached out to us about converting it to a and we jumped at the opportunity. We began by resurfacing the court, adding a

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Pickleball Courts Are Everywhere

Pickleball Courts Are Everywhere

America’s fastest-growing sport is also rapidly growing its footprint.     Over the past seven years, the number of outdoor public park pickleball courts in major cities has skyrocketed 650%, according to a new report by the Trust for Public Land, a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting

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Tennis Court Conversion to Pickleball Court

Tennis Court Conversion to Pickleball Court

Full tennis court conversion to four pickleball courts using DeShayes Safety Traction Plus (STP) sports tiles in Sicklerville, NJ. This run down court was able to be transformed into a beautiful new playing surface using just our STP tiles. The tiles also provide more sustainability than typical

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7 Tips to Dominate Your Pickleball Tournament

7 Tips to Dominate Your Pickleball Tournament

Step aside March Madness pickleball tournaments are becoming increasingly popular among pickleball players. This includes The Biggest Pickleball Party in the World™—the US Open Pickleball Championships which begins on Saturday, April 13th, 2024 in Naples, Florida. The US Open Pickleball Championships is hosting more than 3,000 pickleball

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The Advantages and Considerations of Playing Pickleball Indoors

The Advantages and Considerations of Playing Pickleball Indoors

Playing pickleball indoors offers numerous benefits as well as a set of unique challenges that players need to consider. Here is my take on some factors to keep in mind.     BENEFITS OF INDOOR PICKLEBALL: Weather Independence: Playing indoors provides a solution to weather constraints. Regardless of

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The Third Shot and Net Defense Drill

The Third Shot and Net Defense Drill

Derived from a drill/game we learned at a Tyson McGuffin camp, the Third Shot and Net Defense Drill in pickleball is a dynamic exercise tailored to enhance both offensive and defensive prowess on the court. Operating on a rotational basis, players alternate between executing strategic third shots and

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First “Quiet” Pickleball Paddle Hits the Market

First “Quiet” Pickleball Paddle Hits the Market

Several weeks ago, USA Pickleball (the national governing body for the sport) introduced a “Quiet Category” for pickleball products. The aim of this new category is “to reduce the sport’s sound output during recreational play.”   As pickleball’s popularity grows and more courts open, the initiative aims

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Top 5 Pickleball Mistakes to Avoid in 2024

Top 5 Pickleball Mistakes to Avoid in 2024

Although the sport of pickleball was invented over 50 years ago in 1965, the sport, the strategies, the shots, etc. are all constantly evolving. As a result, to stay ahead on the pickleball court it is important to constantly evolve yourself as a player. As we prepare

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2024 Pickleball Rule Changes

2024 Pickleball Rule Changes

Every December USA pickleball updates it’s rulebook based on suggestions from official USA Pickleball members. The rule suggestions have been vetted by and voted on by the USA Pickleball Rules Committee and the USAP Board of Directors.   Let’s take a look at the small number of

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Pickleball Injury Prevention

Pickleball Injury Prevention

Dr. Ernie Medina describes pickleball as the “Holy Grail” of physical activity. It raises the heart rate, isn’t too demanding on the body and requires players to use their brains for concentration. However, injuries do still occur here are a few tips to avoid them. Warm up

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