Choosing the right pickleball paddle can feel overwhelming—especially with so many models, materials, and price points on the market. In Chapter 1 of my book, Pickleball 5.0 – A Journey from 2.0 […]
Is It All in The Paddle?
It’s amazing how many pickleball players believe the answer to this question is a resounding “YES!”—judging by how often they buy a new paddle every two or three months. Buying a […]
Most Important Thing in Pickleball
The most important thing in pickleball isn’t the paddle you are using, the court shoes keeping you safe, or your favorite pickleball ball of choice. The most important thing in […]
Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Don’t be LATE to your pickleball lesson.
Don’t be ON TIME to your pickleball lesson.
BE EARLY! This easy to do “gesture” tells your student that you value their time. Add to your being early being ready to go on the court with your equipment and instructional aids ready at hand and you’ve scored major “kudos” with your student from the very beginning.
Instructors’ Number One Goal
A personal goal for the instructor to do the very best job they can is certainly worth pursuing. However, it is not really a goal but an expectation. The #1 […]