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Russell County Unveils $600K Pickleball Courts—Locals Eager for October Grand Opening

Russell County Pickleball Court Expansion: Russell County, Alabama, is preparing to open six new pickleball courts this October. Four courts are being built at the Russell County Sports Complex in Seale, and two more are under construction in Ladonia....

How The Flying Pickle’s New DUPR+ Perk Is Changing the Game for Pickleball Fans

The Flying Pickle DUPR+ Membership: The Flying Pickle in Meridian, Idaho, has built more than a pickleball club—it has created a full experience for players of all levels. The club recently integrated DUPR+ into its Pro Membership package to...

Age Is No Match: Ken Sawer and Kathleen Fors Defy Odds, Qualify for Pickleball Nationals at 80

Ken Sawer and Kathleen Fors: Ken Sawer, 80, and Kathleen Fors, 77, recently earned a trip to the USA Pickleball National Championships in San Diego after competing in a Golden Ticket tournament in Colorado Springs on July 12. The...

Pickleball’s Million-Dollar Gamble: Why Star Players Are Holding Out on New UPA Contracts

Pickleball’s Million-Dollar Gamble: Professional pickleball experienced a significant shift as the United Pickleball Association (UPA) pushed players to sign new contracts by August 15, 2025. The extensions moved many stars from guaranteed salaries to incentive-based prize money, potentially reshaping...

Goodland Pickleball Unveils Bold Asia Expansion With Flagship Bangkok Superclub and Six New Venues

Goodland Pickleball Asia Expansion: Goodland Pickleball, a leading operator of premium pickleball facilities, has announced its biggest growth move yet with seven new venues. Six locations will open in India, and the company’s first international site—a flagship Superclub—will launch...

Why Your Pickleball Shoes Could Make or Break Your Game—Experts Reveal What Most Players Get Wrong

Pickleball Shoes vs Paddle Performance: Pickleball players often focus on buying new paddles, but experts say shoes may be the more important investment. While most paddles from leading brands in 2025 are high quality and perform similarly, shoes can...

James Ignatowich Reveals the Overlooked Secret to Explosive Pickleball Overheads

James Ignatowich Pickleball Power Tips: Professional pickleball player James Ignatowich of Delray Beach, Florida, explained how players can generate more power on their overhead shots. While many believe arm strength is the main factor, he said the true power...

New Troup County Pickleball Complex Becomes Instant Hit as Hundreds Flock to Free Courts

Troup County Pickleball Complex: The new pickleball complex in LaGrange opened on Friday, August 15, and has already seen heavy use from players of all ages. The $4.6 million facility, located on Ragland Street, includes 19 courts and is...

Friday Fever Gen 3 Paddle Delivers Top Spin and Control—But Is It Too Good for the Price?

Friday Fever Gen 3 Pickleball Paddle: Pickleball player Kip reviewed the new Friday Fever Gen 3 paddle after weeks of testing on court. The paddle stood out for its strong spin, reliable control, and quick handling, offering solid performance...

Underdogs Triumph and Favorites Falter: Dramatic Upsets Set Stage for APP Great Lakes Open Men’s Doubles Final

APP Great Lakes Open Men’s Doubles Semifinals: The men’s pro doubles semifinals at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open took place on Saturday, August 16. Two teams advanced to the championship match after strong performances, keeping their hopes alive...

Four Underdog Teams Punch Semifinal Tickets at APP Great Lakes Open—Who Will Claim the Golden Ticket?

APP Great Lakes Open Men’s Doubles: The men’s pro doubles quarterfinals at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open were played on Saturday, August 16. Four winning teams secured their places in the semifinals as they continued their chase for...

Four Underdog Teams Seize Semifinal Spots at APP Great Lakes Open—Who Will Claim the Golden Ticket?

APP Great Lakes Open Women’s Doubles: The women’s pro doubles quarterfinals at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open took place on Saturday, August 16. Four teams advanced with wins that kept their hopes alive for the golden ticket to...

Richard Livornese Jr and Jillian Braverman’s Thrilling Bronze Win Propels Them Toward Pickleball Nationals

Richard Livornese Jr and Jillian Braverman claimed the bronze medal in the mixed pro doubles at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open on Friday, August 15. The match was held as part of the tournament that also serves as...

Upsets and Showdowns: APP Great Lakes Open Mixed Semifinals Set Stage for Thrilling Final

APP Great Lakes Open Mixed Semifinals: The mixed pro doubles semifinals at the 2025 APP Great Lakes Open were held on August 15, with two teams advancing to the championship match. Casey Diamond and Sofia Sewing claimed victory in...

Four Teams Triumph in Thrilling APP Great Lakes Open Mixed Doubles—Who Will Snag the Golden Ticket?

APP Great Lakes Open Mixed Doubles: The 2025 APP Great Lakes Open mixed pro doubles quarterfinals took place on August 15, with four teams advancing to the semifinals and moving one step closer to earning the golden ticket for...

How Chess Helped John Lucian Goins Outsmart Rivals and Win Big at the Veolia Bristol Open

John Lucian Goins Pickleball Strategy: Seventeen-year-old John Lucian Goins has quickly made a name for himself in singles pickleball, and part of his edge comes from an unexpected source—chess. His sharp anticipation and strategy, sharpened by the game of...

Pickleball Mogul Tom Dundon Strikes $4 Billion Deal to Buy Portland Trail Blazers—What’s Next for the NBA Franchise?

Pickleball Mogul Tom Dundon Strikes: Tom Dundon, owner of the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) and Major League Pickleball (MLP), has reached a tentative deal to purchase the NBA’s Portland Trail Blazers. The franchise, valued at just over $4 billion,...

Leigh Waters Reveals Red Carpet Secrets From Historic ESPY Night With Daughter Anna Leigh

Leigh Waters Reveals Red Carpet Secrets: Anna Leigh Waters made history in July by becoming the first professional pickleball athlete to attend the ESPY Awards. She was joined by her mom and coach, Leigh Waters, at the Dolby Theatre...

How Anna Leigh Waters Shocked the Pickleball World at Just 11—And the Surprising Secret Behind Her Early Success

Anna Leigh Waters Pickleball Prodigy: World No. 1 pickleball player Anna Leigh Waters proved her skills at a very young age. By the time she was only 11 years old, she was already competing in pro-level tournaments and holding...

Nashville Chefs Dominate Playoffs With Double Upset Over California Black Bears

Nashville Chefs Pickleball Playoff Wins: The Nashville Chefs advanced in the Toray Major League Pickleball Playoffs on Saturday, August 16, with back-to-back victories over the California Black Bears. The Premier Level quarterfinal matches took place at Barnes Tennis Center...