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Junior pickleball player on an indoor court

Pickleball

Same Tournament, Different Paddle Rules: Why Are Juniors Held to a Pro Standard?

September 18, 2026

KOBO THUNDER AXE Infinity paddle with three air channels, shown in an illustrative paddle-testing laboratory setting.

Pickleball

Why Are Pickleball Paddles Still Shaped Like This?

September 15, 2026

Two racket-sports players talking beside an outdoor court.

Player Development

Social Player or Serious Competitor

September 8, 2026

A midlife beginner carrying a paddle onto a community pickleball court.

Pickleball

Starting Pickleball at 52: Why It May Be One of Your Best Decisions

September 8, 2026

Illustration of a padel player preparing a shot, with a glowing brain and visual decision-making cues.

Padel

Your Rating Shows the Results. It Doesn’t Show the Player Behind Them

September 3, 2026

Two pickleball paddles and a yellow ball on an outdoor court

Gear Reviews

Do Expensive Pickleball Paddles Make You Better?

September 3, 2026