With over 230 participants, the SoCal Summer Classic this year was a blast! Held yearly at Oceanside, CA, the SoCal Summer Classic is one of the top pickleball competitions in the country – and Pickleball Channel was excited to be a part of it! There were no easy first round matches here – over 80% of the players were ranked […]
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It’s summertime, and that means pickleball tournaments! Did you know that you can use time-outs strategically to give you an edge? Time-outs can not only give you a moment to refresh yourself, they can also be a time to refocus, strategize and move the momentum of the game in your favor. In this episode of Pickleball 411, learn more about […]
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Have you ever considered being a pickleball referee? I bet you didn’t know that being a referee is easy to learn and allows you to give back to the sport while improving your own game. In this latest video from Pickleball Channel, hear from pickleball referees Linda Hoggatt, Bob Barczak, Mitch Fitzhugh and Byron Freso about why they like reffing, […]
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Where can you party all night and play pickleball all day? Las Vegas, of course! Check out our newest episode of I ♥ Pickleball and meet Las Vegas ambassador, John Sloan, as he strives to introduce pickleball to more people in the Vegas area. Working with the city council, John has led an effort to repurpose underutilized roller hockey rinks into […]
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Looking for a breathtaking location to play pickleball this summer? Look no further than Cape Cod! Not only does the Cape have beautiful beaches and amazing seafood – it also has pickleball! Check out this quick video highlighting the beauty of Cape Cod, the many activities you can participate in there, and the amazing pickleball community in the area. So, […]
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As we at Pickleball Channel have traveled the country meeting the amazing pickleball community, we have been struck by how friendly, kind and welcoming you all are. We have seen people from all walks of life, different ages with different backgrounds express this amazing community spirit. In short, pickleball players are good people. Monday is Memorial Day and realizing so […]
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What’s an easy shot to learn that can improve your game tremendously? It’s the soft return! In this episode of Pickleball 411 we are fortunate to have 5.0 players Bob Youngren and Gail Dacey talk about the benefits of the soft return. They discuss what it is, why it’s important, and how you can improve your technique. Great for beginning […]
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Have you ever had a piece of pickleball equipment that you loved?! The gear you use can make a big difference! It might make practicing easier or playing smoother, but ultimately, your pickleball equipment can further your game. In this GEAR TALK video, Bev Youngren tells us about two handy pickleball accessories which she uses for practice and teaching – […]
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Cape Cod is one of the most historic and beautiful parts of our country…and now they have a lot of pickleball. Watch this great episode of I ♥ Pickleball as we hear George Rice’s story and how he became an accidental ambassador. The sport has grown tremendously over the last few years and now New England offers so many options […]
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