Pickleball for Beginners: Rules, Strategy & Gear Reviews
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Ace’s Court: Your Weekly Pickleball Intel
Last Updated on May 4, 2026 by Drew Pierce We just witnessed something historic: pickleball became a $225 million business, five members of the Amarillo Pickleball Club died in a plane crash on their way …
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Your Weekly Pickleball Intel (April 23-27, 2026)
Last Updated on April 28, 2026 by Drew Pierce This week was stacked: the PPA Tour’s final event of the season kicks off in Atlanta, a reality show trailer just dropped that’s already causing chaos, …
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11six24 Hurache-X Power 2 vs. Volair Shift EL
Last Updated on April 23, 2026 by Drew Pierce If you’ve been following my journey, you know I’ve been a die-hard Engage Pursuit Pro MX (13mm) user for a long time. I lived for that …
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Pickleball Slam 4 Results: Agassi & Blake Beat Waters & Bouchard 3-1 for $1M Prize
Last Updated on April 16, 2026 by Drew Pierce Tennis Legends Just Schooled the World’s Best Pickleballer—Here’s Exactly How They Did It Final Score: Agassi/Blake def. Waters/Bouchard 3-1 Andre Agassi just went 4-for-4 at Pickleball …
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What Happened in Pickleball This Week? US Open 2026, India’s PWR 1000, Facility Openings & Best Paddle Launches
Last Updated on April 14, 2026 by Drew Pierce This week was insane—India wrapped up a historic tournament, the US Open kicked off in Naples, indoor facilities keep popping up everywhere, and Honolulu’s Gen 4 …
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This Week in Pickleball: April 2026 News, US Open & Paddle Drops
Last Updated on April 6, 2026 by Drew Pierce Welcome back to Pickleball Rookie, your go-to source for the latest in the fastest-growing sport in America. Here is your weekly digest of paddle releases, pro …
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Six Zero Coral vs. CRBN³ TruFoam Waves Review: Best 100% Foam Core Paddle?
Last Updated on April 5, 2026 by Drew Pierce The 2026 gear race has officially moved past “honeycomb with a little bit of foam” and into the era of the 100% foam core. If you’re …
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Honolulu Gen 4 Foam Launch Guide: Everything We Know About J6CR, J2CR & J3CR (2026)
Last Updated on April 29, 2026 by Drew Pierce The Honolulu Pickleball Gen 4 Foam lineup ($195) introduces “Gen 4.5” multi-density foam technology designed to maximize energy return while eliminating the vibration common in honeycomb …
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The Truth About the $350 Tesla Paddle: An Honest 4.0 Review
Last Updated on April 29, 2026 by Drew Pierce The Tesla x Selkirk Plaid Pickleball Paddle is a $350 status symbol that delivers elite spin (1600+ RPM) and excellent defensive resets but fails to justify …
