Federico Staksrud is the number 1 ranked player on the PPA Tour in both men’s doubles and men’s singles. If anyone is going to defend pickleball in its current form, it’s probably the guy who is sitting at the top of the sport. Right? But Staksrud is sounding the alarm. “Singles pickleball has become mini … Read more
Imagine this. You’re up 10-4. Game 3. Match point to win the gold medal at the US Open. And you think, ‘you know what, let’s make this interesting.’ Instead of serving the ball in to play, you rip it directly at your unsuspecting opponent at the net. Point. Game. Match. Gold medal secured. đź’ˇ Love … Read more
After over a month off from play to start the Major League Pickleball (MLP) season, the PPA Tour is back in action this week. The PPA Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships are taking place at the Life Time Peach Tree Corners, in a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia. The tournament is a Slam level tournament, meaning it … Read more
Walz on Trump’s tariff disaster: I wish he could have been obsessed with pickleball instead Minnesota Governor Tim Walz talks with Jen Psaki about a range of issues, from Trump administration corruption, to Democratic messaging, to the damaging effects of Donald Trump’s tariffs on the American economy, businesses, and consumers.
USA Pickleball, as the National Governing Body for the sport, remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring the integrity of equipment testing and providing transparent communication. In late 2024, Ronbus submitted a beta version of the Ripple.R1.14 PBCoR.43 paddle for prototype testing. While this sample met initial tests, subsequent production samples did not pass PBCoR … Read more
Healthy behaviors and routine cancer screenings can help you stay in the game this spring, and for many seasons to come. Millions of people are diagnosed with cancer each year, but with the right lifestyle choices, and adherence to screening guidelines many can significantly reduce their risk. For those who do develop cancer, recommended screenings … Read more
Safety should always be a top priority in pickleball’s fast-paced, high-energy world. That’s why AED.US, a leading provider of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and Philips, a focused leader in AED manufacturing, are proud to announce their new partnership with the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) and the PPA Tour.  Together, they’re raising awareness about sudden … Read more
Innovation knows no bounds. Buried among the many models submitted for USA Pickleball approval recently is one paddle that may or may not be the byproduct of a manufacturing mishap. To quote the late Dr. Alan Grant (Jurassic Park 1993): What is that? Crooked Pickleball Paddle Receives USA Pickleball Approval According to the picture, it’s … Read more
OVERALL TOP 5: THE BREAKUP: Anna Leigh Waters is now paired with Anna Bright while Rachel Rohrabacher and Catherine Parenteau are partners on the other side of the draw. Will they meet in the final? THE BALL: How will the bouncier Life Time ball affect play and results? THE MLP IMPACT: Some players are gaining … Read more
The Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships is kicking off on May 12th and the professional draws for all five divisions of play have officially been released. It’s time to dive into the excitement! As players gear up for intense battles on the court, we invite you to join in the thrill and share your result predictions on … Read more