Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the United States! Shocking news to many, but for those who play, this fact reinforces their passion for this very “user-friendly” racquet sport. Where did it come from? Pickleball was invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, a short ferry ride from Seattle, WA. Three dads – Joel Pritchard, …
The ongoing debate about the importance of spin in pickleball continues. Taking the “bull by the horns” (or pickleball by the horns?), we hired a film crew to shoot high speed footage of top level pickleball players to let the facts speak for themselves. Then we simulated that average ball speed, RPMs, and trajectory with …
Let’s face it, tennis can be conservative. Country clubs, all white clothing, and mostly polite soft clapping at tournaments. Pickleball is louder. More people having fun in a smaller area than tennis. And, the sound of pickleballs hitting the paddle is startling to tennis players, who complain that “Pickleball is too loud!” This intrigued me, …
The Science of Pickleball – Sound: Pickleball vs Tennis? Read More »
Science Meets Sports We’ve all seen the impact technology has had on tennis. Players are more informed. Their training is better. And they have access to the best gear, equipment, and tools. And because of that, players are much better than ever before! The game has really taken off and is constantly being pushed and …
OnCourt OffCourt is your hub for pickleball practice at home!Now is the time to get some amazing exercise and hone the pickleball skills that you crave … all without leaving the house!It doesn’t matter if your goal is to be a world-class player, keep up with your hobby, or find a brand new game to …
Sounds like there must be a catch, but there isn’t. You can significantly speed up your improvement in tennis or pickleball with fewer lessons. And, if you are a coach, wouldn’t you love your reputation to soar and have students lining up to take lessons? Using visual guidance systems is one of the keys. But …
How to Improve Twice as Fast with Primary Target Systems! Read More »
