In a world where kids are spending more time on screens than on sports fields, Malaysia is taking a bold step: using pickleball to get children moving. And they’re not just talking about it—they’re building the infrastructure to make it happen. Starting April 2, every primary school student in Malaysia will have free access to … Read more
Pickleball players talk a lot about gear—paddle weight, core materials, edge guards—but there’s one thing that often gets overlooked: the grip. You know, that thin, cushioned layer between your hand and the paddle that determines whether you’re in control or slipping mid-swing. So, how often should you swap it out? We asked the pickleball community, … Read more
The largest pickleball festival in the world returns to Farmers Branch, Texas, November 3-9, for the 2025 edition of the Pickleball World Championships. The 2025 edition marks the third consecutive year at Brookhaven Country Club and the event has experienced remarkable growth in each year. In 2024, more than 57,500 attendees enjoyed daily festivities on … Read more
Just when we thought we had reached peak bro culture—with tech bros, finance bros, and even crypto bros—here comes an invasive new species: the pickleball bro. In speaking to a fellow player at my local courts in Miami, her expression darkened when mentioning “those pickleball bros.” A new subspecies of bro? I was so intrigued … Read more
Name something better than your own home pickleball court. We’ll wait. If you’re an avid pickleball player, there’s nothing better than being able to walk out your back door and straight on to a custom home pickleball court. The court colors just the way you like them; nice crisp lighting so you can play late … Read more
In the latest PicklePod episode, hosts Thomas Shields and Zane Navratil get candid with world No. 1 Federico Staksrud, addressing the “biggest problem” that threatens the sport’s integrity: cheating. There’s a lot going on in the world of professional pickleball right now. And Staksrud finds himself in the middle of much of it. The hour-long … Read more
Since its debut this past summer, Pickleball World Rankings (PWR) announced its full 2025 schedule and unveiled the PWR DUPR India League, a marquee event set to take center stage at the Jio World Convention Center in Mumbai and headlined by tennis legend Andre Agassi and anchored by some of the sport’s top pros. The … Read more
You and three guest could score a 4-night stay at the luxurious Casa De Campo Resort & Villas in the Dominican Republic. We’ve teamed up with our friends at SQAIRZ and Casa de Campo Resort & Villas for the ultimate giveaway: Your chance to play unlimited pickleball at a world-class resort and spa in heart … Read more
A round of 64 mixed-doubles matchup at the Carvana PPA Mesa Cup saw the year’s first official paddle challenge. It took a couple weeks, but the results are officially in. According to the UPA-A, the paddle in question failed. Carvana Mesa Cup Tournament Recap This is a tournament recap of the Carvana PPA Mesa Cup … Read more
The Collegiate Pickleball Tour’s (CPT) inaugural showcase didn’t disappoint. Some of the top collegiate & junior players in the country got to showcase their skills on Pickleball TV’s Grandstand court at the Carvana PPA Mesa Cup, giving the pickleball world a taste of what the collegiate game has to offer. No.14-ranked Grand Canyon University (GCU) … Read more