New UPA-A Paddle Test Mimics Months of Play in Minutes

New UPA-A Paddle Test Mimics Months of Play in Minutes

UPA-A is introducing a new lab-based stress test designed to mimic the effects of paddle degradation over time. It’s an accepted fact that the performance of many pickleball paddles changes over time. As core materials break in, power, pop, and spin can increase. Sometimes, this change is noticeable at first but then plateaus within what … Read more

A goal every 87 minutes: Barcelona’s once-unwanted forward emerges as a silent killer under Flick

A goal every 87 minutes: Barcelona's once-unwanted forward emerges as a silent killer under Flick

The likes of Raphinha, Lamine Yamal and Robert Lewandowski grab the headlines whenever we talk about Barcelona’s brilliant attacking performance this season. However, as the season has progressed, there have been some unsung heroes who have emerged in recent months. One of them is Ferran Torres. Ferran Torres: The Silent Killer for Barcelona Ferran Torres … Read more