Pickleball Smack Talk: Rules You Didn't Know Existed

Sun, Scenery, and SMASHES! Discover the best pickleball courts in the Southwest.

June 27, 2024

Pickleball: sunshine, competition, and...communication? This guide serves up the etiquette of on-court chat, ensuring your next game is a win-win for both points and sportsmanship. Plus, discover the top pickleball courts in the Southwest for breathtaking views and friendly competition! ☀️

Pickleball Rules: What to Say On the Pickleball Court

Pickleball is meant to inspire some healthy competition and help people connect through sportsmanship. Communication is part of the game - but there’s a right way and a wrong way to chat with your partner and opponents. In this guide, we will break down the rules and etiquette of pickleball communication.  Read More

Where to Play Pickleball in the Southwest

Grab your paddles and your sunscreen. The Southwest is filled with pickleball courts that offer scenic views of the gorgeous landscape, as well as a bit of healthy competition from other pickleball players! Whether you’re a local or a visitor, you’ll love checking out the courts that made our list of places to play in the Southwest.  Read More

Picks of the week

JOOLA Tour Elite Pro Pickleball Paddle Bag Blue $139.95

The JOOLA Tour Elite Pro Pickleball Paddle Bag is THE bag being used by top JOOLA athletes. Featuring room for all your pickleball needs, whether traveling to tournaments or heading out for a quick-hitting session. A main compartment holds room for apparel, gear, water bottles, and more. Two side paddle compartments hold two paddles each and are thermo-lined.

Diadem Edge 18K Speed Pro Pickleball Paddle $239.95

Adding more easy power to the already proven performance and versatility of the Edge family of paddles, Diadem introduces the Edge 18K Speed Pro pickleball paddle! This update sports a new single-piece molded handle and a thinner 10mm US Sourced Honeycomb Core. Combining these two aspects with Thermo-formed construction makes the 18K Speed Pro the liveliest Diadem paddle of the entire Edge series. Power aside, the 18K Speed Pro is also slippery through the air due to its thinner profile. 

100% S3 Translucent Lavender $149.00

Featuring a scratch-resistant and light-adaptive photochromic lens made of high-quality polycarbonate, the S3 can't slow the ball down but do maximize optical clarity to the point where the ball may appear bigger. And the 5.5 base cylindrical shield lens shape enhances protection and your peripheral view of the action. Besides the optical quality, and full UVA/UVB eye protection, the lens of the S3's undergo a treatment to help repel sweat, dirt, and oil, and are also interchangeable.