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Why Smart Pickleball Players Use Lobs and Why You Should Too

Why Smart Pickleball Players Use Lobs and Why You Should Too

Chris Beaumont

Many players dismiss the lob as a beginner’s mistake, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. A well-placed lob is one of the most strategic and disruptive shots in...

Why Smart Pickleball Players Use Lobs and Why You Should Too

Chris Beaumont

Many players dismiss the lob as a beginner’s mistake, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. A well-placed lob is one of the most strategic and disruptive shots in...

The Middle Serve Return: A Smart Pickleball Strategy That Creates Chaos

The Middle Serve Return: A Smart Pickleball Strategy That Creates Chaos

Chris Beaumont

While most players are taught to return serves deep and to the corners, the middle return is an underrated tactic that can disrupt even seasoned teams. Hitting the ball between...

The Middle Serve Return: A Smart Pickleball Strategy That Creates Chaos

Chris Beaumont

While most players are taught to return serves deep and to the corners, the middle return is an underrated tactic that can disrupt even seasoned teams. Hitting the ball between...

The Driver Mentality: Why Some Pickleball Players Blast Every Transition Shot

The Driver Mentality: Why Some Pickleball Players Blast Every Transition Shot

Chris Beaumont

In recreational pickleball, many players default to power when caught in transition — firing aggressive drives from mid-court instead of resetting the ball. This habit reveals more than just a...

The Driver Mentality: Why Some Pickleball Players Blast Every Transition Shot

Chris Beaumont

In recreational pickleball, many players default to power when caught in transition — firing aggressive drives from mid-court instead of resetting the ball. This habit reveals more than just a...

Are You a Rusher or a Resetter? Discover Your Pickleball Mindset

Are You a Rusher or a Resetter? Discover Your Pickleball Mindset

Chris Beaumont

Every pickleball player leans toward one of two mindsets — the fast-paced Rusher or the calm, tactical Resetter. Rushers attack early and thrive on chaos, while Resetters control pace, neutralize...

Are You a Rusher or a Resetter? Discover Your Pickleball Mindset

Chris Beaumont

Every pickleball player leans toward one of two mindsets — the fast-paced Rusher or the calm, tactical Resetter. Rushers attack early and thrive on chaos, while Resetters control pace, neutralize...

Why 2.5 Pickleball Players Avoid Poaching — And Why That Needs to Change

Why 2.5 Pickleball Players Avoid Poaching — And Why That Needs to Change

Chris Beaumont

Poaching is one of the most effective and game-changing strategies in doubles pickleball — yet it’s almost never seen at the 2.5 level. Most beginners stick to their half of...

Why 2.5 Pickleball Players Avoid Poaching — And Why That Needs to Change

Chris Beaumont

Poaching is one of the most effective and game-changing strategies in doubles pickleball — yet it’s almost never seen at the 2.5 level. Most beginners stick to their half of...

When Talking Backfires: The Hidden Risk of Mid-Rally Communication in Pickleball Doubles

When Talking Backfires: The Hidden Risk of Mid-Rally Communication in Pickleball Doubles

Chris Beaumont

In pickleball doubles, communication is key — but timing is everything. Well-meaning shouts like “mine,” “out,” or “switch” can do more harm than good if said too late, disrupting your...

When Talking Backfires: The Hidden Risk of Mid-Rally Communication in Pickleball Doubles

Chris Beaumont

In pickleball doubles, communication is key — but timing is everything. Well-meaning shouts like “mine,” “out,” or “switch” can do more harm than good if said too late, disrupting your...