Pickleball Sense

Intro to Pickleball

What is Pickleball?

Pickleball is a fun sport that mixes tennis, ping-pong, and badminton. It's played with a paddle and a plastic ball with holes on a small court with a low net. It’s easy to learn and great for all ages.

Basic Info:

Players: 2 (singles) or 4 (doubles)
Court Size: 20 feet by 44 feet
Net Height: 36 inches at the sides, 34 inches in the middle
Paddle: Solid (not stringed)
Ball: Lightweight plastic ball with holes

What You Need to Start Playing:

Paddle
Pickleballs (Franklin X-40 is the most common)
Court or place to play
Proper shoes (tennis shoes will work the best)

Rules:

How to Play:

Serve the ball across the court
The ball must bounce once on each side before hitting it in the air
You can only score when you are serving
There is a “no-volley zone” near the net (called the “kitchen”)
Games usually go to 11 points, and you must win by 2

What Paddle Should I Use?

Tournaments

Performance Summary

Get the performance for each tournament that was played

DUPR Estimator

Estimate your new rating and find the best time to play the next tournament

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How can I get better at Pickleball?

Best Way to Learn

Take a Lesson

Learn to play and get better with lessons.
Start building good habits and smart strategies early!

Play with Better Players

You’ll improve faster by playing with people who challenge you.
Watch how they move, hit, and position themselves.

Practice Often

Drill and practice regularly with different people.
The more you play and drill, the more comfortable you get with shots and movement.

Have Fun & Be Social

Playing with others will help you stay motivated.
The more fun you have, the more you'll want to improve!

Watch some Videos

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