Pickleball 101: Rules, Gear, and How to Play

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July 23, 2026

Pickleball Score-Calling Etiquette: Who Calls It and How to Correct It

Who calls the pickleball score, what each number means, why doubles begins at 0-0-2, and how to correct a disagreement without stopping the game.

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June 27, 2026

How Did Pickleball Get Its Name? Pickle Boat vs. Dog

The documented pickleball name story points to Joan Pritchard and the pickle boat of rowing. Compare that timeline with the later Pickles-the-dog myth.

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June 16, 2026

Pickleball Etiquette: Line Calls, Open Play & Sportsmanship

Learn pickleball etiquette for line calls, self-called faults, score and readiness, stray balls, open-play rotation, mixed-skill games, safety, and post-game courtesy.

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May 27, 2026

Is Pickleball Just for Older Adults? The Honest Answer

Pickleball is not only for older adults. USA Pickleball supports junior, adult, and senior divisions, while social doubles and competitive singles offer different demands.

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May 26, 2026

When Was Pickleball Invented? The 1965 Origin & Timeline

Pickleball was invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island by Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum. Explore the first equipment, rules, name, and timeline.

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May 25, 2026

Who Serves First in Pickleball? Singles & Doubles Rules

Who serves first in pickleball? Learn the fair-selection method, why doubles starts at 0-0-2, serving order after side-outs, and right-side positioning.

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May 24, 2026

Pickleball Scoring Explained: 0-0-2, Doubles & Singles

Learn standard pickleball scoring, the three-number doubles call, why games start at 0-0-2, player positions, singles scoring, and the 2026 rally-scoring option.

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May 21, 2026

Pickleball Court Dimensions: Official Size, Lines & Layout

Official pickleball court dimensions: 20 by 44 feet, 7-foot kitchens, 34-inch center net, line measurements, and the full 30-by-60 or 34-by-64 playing surface.

May 17, 2026

Pickleball Doubles Strategy for Beginners: 5 Fundamentals

Five pickleball doubles fundamentals for beginners: earn the kitchen line, move together, use safe targets, handle transition, and communicate early.

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May 10, 2026

How to Serve in Pickleball: 2026 Rules, Technique & Strategy

Learn a legal pickleball serve under the 2026 rules: foot position, visible release, volley-serve and drop-serve requirements, placement, faults, and practice.

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May 9, 2026

Pickleball Rules for Beginners: Your Complete First-Game Guide

The essential 2026 pickleball rules for beginners: court layout, legal serves, two-bounce rule, kitchen faults, standard scoring, positions, line calls, and common faults.

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May 6, 2026

How to Choose Your First Pickleball Paddle

Choose your first pickleball paddle by checking approval needs, comfort, weight and balance, shape, handle, grip, predictable feel, warranty, and budget.

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July 20, 2025

Pickleball Kitchen Rules: Non-Volley Zone Faults & Strategy

Learn the 2026 pickleball kitchen rules: when you may enter, what makes a volley illegal, momentum faults, re-establishing both feet, and kitchen-line strategy.

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May 31, 2025

Do You Need a USA Pickleball-Approved Paddle?

You need a USA Pickleball-approved paddle for sanctioned tournaments and wherever an organizer adopts the requirement. Here is how to check before buying.

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May 31, 2025

Can You Use a Non-Approved Pickleball Paddle?

A non-approved paddle is not criminally illegal, but it is ineligible for USA Pickleball-sanctioned tournaments and may be barred by leagues or clubs.

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May 25, 2025

The Surprising Story Behind Pickleball: Bainbridge, 1965

How an improvised family game on Bainbridge Island became pickleball: the first court and equipment, evolving rules, pickle-boat name, and lasting design.

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May 25, 2025

Is Pickleball Easier Than Tennis for Beginners?

Pickleball is often easier for a beginner to start rallying, but not automatically easier to master. Compare court size, movement, serving, scoring, and skill depth.

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May 25, 2025

5 Basic Rules of Pickleball: A Beginner Cheat Sheet

Learn five basic pickleball rules: legal diagonal serves, the two-bounce rule, kitchen restrictions, correct scoring and service order, and fair line calls.

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The amount of detail & thought that went into this paddle & High Roller treasure chest is UN-REAL! When you’re holding this paddle, it feels like the holy grail. There’s something about playing with a paddle that has so much thought that went into it that it’s like playing with an original Picasso & everyone else is playing with copies that have some big brand name on them (boring). If you want to blend in with the sheep, this paddle is NOT for you. If you’re ready to stand out and turn some spectators heads towards your court during games, this IS the paddle for YOU!!!

Beautiful Paddle

In terms of aesthetics and design, this paddle sets a new standard in the luxury pickleball category. Putting performance aside, it's easily the most visually striking paddle on the market - elegant, modern, and undeniably premium.

EYE CATCHER CONVO STARTER

Received this bundle the other day. I was immediately impressed by the packaging and how professional it looked. Time and effort was very much put into this bundle.

Next day, I got to play with the paddle. I will say, this paddle isn’t gonna be a bullet serving monster, but it is consistent and very pleasant to hit with. Also, the amount of people asking to see the paddle and hear about the DOPE story was fun to share. Excited to see what this company does moving forward!

Thank you so much! We’re pumped you noticed the packaging and detail—it really means a lot.

You nailed it: the High Roller wasn’t made to be a cannon, but a smooth, stylish performer that still turns heads. Appreciate you spreading the DOPE story.

We’ve got more heat coming your way soon!

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The high roller bundle sets a new bar for racket sports all over the world. Almost everything you need to step out on the court to dominate. Look good, feel great, play even better!

RJ007! 🔥 You already know how much that means coming from you. We’re working behind the scenes to keep raising the bar—on and off the court. You help make this movement what it is.

Appreciate you always. ♠️

On the fence

The paddle is nice, it does have some weird markings on one side in the area of the sweet spot don't know what they’re from.Doesn’t effect the performance I guess.There is some cool swag though, keep the stickers, key chains, and dice and give me the hat instead.

Thanks for the honest feedback, Randall—we seriously appreciate it. 🙏

We’ve actually been making some updates on the performance side and would love to get the new version out to you once it’s finished. Any feedback like this helps us keep pushing and improving.

Hopefully the next one earns us that fifth star!

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