Stop reacting and start predicting. Learn how to read your opponent’s paddle, grip and body cues to anticipate every shot in pickleball before it happens.

Improve your doubles chemistry with clear middle ownership rules. Master stacking, communication, and positioning to eliminate collisions and win more points.

Feeling pressured mid-court? Don't muscle that fast ball - deflect it! The third shot reset is the ultimate defensive weapon that turns your opponent's pace into an unattackable dink.

Play! Pickle tested the high-end Titan machine to see if it delivers real results. See our honest breakdown of its value, portability, and the advanced, high-volume drills coaches use for maximum game improvement.

This technique is your licence to control the NVZ, forcing opponents into uncomfortable returns that you can finish with ease. We reveal the exact grip, paddle path, and drill schedule you need to put this lethal combination into play this weekend.

This article shares what smart smashers do: A simple 5–10 minute shoulder routine before and after you play can drastically cut your risk of rotator cuff irritation from overheads, without needing gym equipment or complex rehab plans.

Two invisible forces dictate the success of your pickleball shot: the angle of your paddle face and the way it drags across the ball. If you understand how your paddle face interacts with the ball, you can predict exactly where the ball will fly and how it will bounce - before you even hit it.

The backhand flick is a powerful, yet compact offensive weapon in pickleball. Typically executed at the height of the net or just below, it allows players to rapidly accelerate the pace of play and inject heavy topspin into the ball, either surprising or overwhelming opponents. Mastering this shot can turn a neutral dink exchange into an immediate winning opportunity.

The split step is a small, active jump or hop performed just as your opponent makes contact with the ball. Executing it correctly places you in the perfect posture, that being on the balls of your feet with knees bent and weight slightly forward, to maximise balance and reaction. In pickleball, this is especially crucial when transitioning to the kitchen line.

Singles pickleball is often viewed as the purest test of a player's all-around game. While doubles emphasise teamwork, chemistry, and net pressure, singles demands relentless movement, precise shot placement, and razor-sharp decision-making. The payoff goes far beyond winning rallies in isolation: the skills you sharpen in singles can elevate your performance in every facet of your game, from footwork to mental toughness, making you a superior all-format player.

In the fast-paced world of pickleball, achieving court dominance often comes down to who can gain and maintain control of the kitchen line. While power and flashy dinks have their place, the most consistently effective strategy, often overlooked by developing players, is simple yet devastating: target the opponent’s feet.

Singapore’s pickleball scene is absolutely buzzing! It’s one of the fastest-growing sports here, and whether you're a seasoned player or looking to pick up a paddle for the very first time, there's a dynamic and welcoming community ready for you.

DUPR, the Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating, is a powerful, real-time algorithm that calculates your skill level based purely on your match results. It solves the problem of local ratings being unreliable when you travel or play in different clubs. Find out how the DUPR rating is calculated and how it matters.