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Hayden Patriquin and Federico Staksrud celebrating winning the men's doubles title at the Hang Seng Bank Hong Kong Slam.

.com·Oct 25, 2026Heroes of Hong Kong: Dikosavljevic, Johnson go back-to-back in singles as Patriquin, Staksrud capture second title of 2026Hayden Patriquin and Federico Staksrud came away with a statement win over Ben Johns and Gabe Tardio in the men's doubles final.Reads on Pickleball.com

Anna Bright and Hayden Patriquin competing at the Hang Seng Bank Hong Kong Slam.

.com·Oct 24, 2026Order of Play for Championship Sunday at PPA Hong KongAnna Bright, Hayden Patriquin, Anna Leigh Waters, and Ben Johns will all compete in multiple finals on Sunday.Reads on Pickleball.com

Noe Khlif competing at the Hang Seng Bank Hong Kong Slam.

.com·Oct 23, 2026Quarterfinal chaos: top singles seeds fall at PPA Hong KongNoe Khlif notched his first career victory over Chris Haworth to make his second singles semifinal in as many weeks.Reads on Pickleball.com

Rika Fujiwara competing at the Hang Seng Bank Hong Kong Slam.

.com·Oct 22, 2026Singles rematches take center stage in PPA Hong Kong Slam quarterfinalsRika Fujiwara will face Sahra Dennehy in a rematch of their quarterfinal from last week's Australia Pickleball Cup.Reads on Pickleball.com

Feature · Jun 6, 2025Choosing nutrition that properly fuels your pickleball gameIs your body feeling exhausted and heavy midway through your afternoon pickleball session? Do you find yourself losing focus towards the end of your rec games? Nutrition is often the…Emma Santerre

Feature · May 30, 2025Rallying Against Asthma: Emily’s StorySponsored Content This article includes the personal experiences of Emily G, an actual patient with asthma. Individual experiences may vary. This year’s CIBC Texas Open welcomed an Official PPA Partner…PPA Tour

Recap · May 20, 2025Championship Sunday Standout Stats from the Veolia Atlanta Pickleball ChampionshipsPeachtree Corners, Georgia. May 18, 2025. MIXED DOUBLES FINAL: (1) Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns def. Etta Tuionetoa and Christian Alshon, 11-3, 11-2, 11-7. MEN’S DOUBLES FINAL: (5) JW…Jim Ramsey

Analysis · May 19, 2025Boost your pickleball game—and your lifespan—with strength trainingWant to play pickleball well into your golden years and maintain your health off the court too? Start strength training. Building muscle isn’t just about looking fit—it’s about keeping your…PPA Tour

Tour News · May 13, 2025Carvana and PPA Tour Build on Successful Title Sponsorship with New Multi-Year PartnershipCarvana (NYSE: CVNA), the leading e-commerce platform for buying and selling used cars, and the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA Tour) today announced the extension of their multi-year title sponsorship agreement.Nathan Boschult

Feature · May 9, 2025Healthy Tips to Keep You on the Pickleball CourtHealthy behaviors and routine cancer screenings can help you stay in the game this spring, and for many seasons to come. Millions of people are diagnosed with cancer each year…PPA Tour

Feature · May 8, 2025PPA, AED.US, and Philips Partner to Make Pickleball Safer—One Court at a TimeSafety should always be a top priority in pickleball’s fast-paced, high-energy world. That’s why AED.US, a leading provider of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and Philips, a focused leader in AED…PPA Tour

Analysis · May 7, 2025STORYLINES FOR THE VEOLIA ATLANTA PICKLEBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS PRESENTED BY ENSURE MAX PROTEIN (MAY 12-18, 2025)OVERALL TOP 5: VENUE/TOURNEY/TV: WOMEN’S SINGLES: MEN’S SINGLES: MIXED DOUBLES: WOMEN’S DOUBLES: MEN’S DOUBLES…Dave Fleming

Analysis · May 6, 2025Draw Reveal: Veolia Atlanta Pickleball ChampionshipsThe Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships is kicking off on May 12th and the professional draws for all five divisions of play have officially been released. It’s time to dive into the…PPA Tour

Feature · May 2, 2025Pickleball is scientifically proven to help you stay healthier and live longerPlaying pickleball on a regular basis is a game-changer for your overall health and longevity. Want to boost your energy and stay in the game longer? Keep reading—and click the…PPA Tour

Recap · Apr 21, 2025Erne and ATP Defense: a Pro Player StudyErnes and ATPs on the PPA tour were usually winners not long ago. Now, those shots are frequently returned comfortably, continuing the rallies. How skilled are the PPA pros at…Jim Ramsey

Analysis · Apr 15, 2025Keeping Third Shots “In Play”: a pro stats study.For many years we have heard the conventional wisdom about keeping a ball “in play,” i.e., not hitting it into the net or out of bounds. Meanwhile, the Third Shot…Jim Ramsey

Tour News · Apr 11, 2025History of PickleballPickleball is the fastest growing sport in the United States and one of the fastest growing in the world. Along with the United States, pickleball is becoming popular in Australia…Andrew Gilman

Recap · Apr 11, 2025The Height of Men’s Doubles Gold Medal Winners: A “Short” Stats Study.*Using heights listed in the players’ bios at pickleball.co Have you noticed a recent trend on the PPA Tour, where you have to look up to see the Men’s Doubles champions hoisting the…Jim Ramsey

Tyson Mcguffin Skechers Pickleball Shows

Blog · Apr 10, 2025Selecting the Best Pickleball Shoes in 2025When it comes to picking the right shoe for pickleball, there are several factors to consider. Everything from your playing style, fashion sense and support and safety features matter. Read…Andrew Gilman

Recap · Apr 8, 2025Championship Sunday Standout Stats from the Veolia North Carolina OpenCary, North Carolina. April 6, 2025. MIXED DOUBLES FINAL: (2) Jorja Johnson and JW Johnson def. (1) Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns, 8-11, 11-7, 11-6, 3-11, 11-8. MEN’S DOUBLES…Jim Ramsey

Analysis · Mar 31, 2025STORYLINES FOR THE VEOLIA NORTH CAROLINA OPENOVERALL TOP 5: VENUE/TOURNEY/TV: WOMEN’S SINGLES: MEN’S SINGLES: MIXED DOUBLES: WOMEN’S DOUBLES: MEN’S DOUBLES…Dave Fleming

Recap · Mar 31, 2025Championship Sunday Standout Stats from the Black Desert Resort Red Rock OpenSt. George, Utah. March 30, 2025. MIXED DOUBLES FINAL: (6) Parris Todd and Dekel Bar def. (2) Catherine Parenteau and Christian Alshon, 11-9, 12-14, 6-11, 11-7, 11-8. MEN’S DOUBLES FINAL…Jim Ramsey

Analysis · Mar 31, 2025Draw Reveal: Veolia North Carolina OpenThe Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open is kicking off on March 26th and the professional draws for all five divisions of play have officially been released. It’s time to dive into…PPA Tour

Feature · Mar 26, 2025Amazon keeps small business “one step ahead” as it scales globallyA Pennsylvania startup evolves into a multimillion-dollar business supported by Amazon’s data insights and seller tools, as founder Garrett Drumheller expands from his parents’ garage to serving customers worldwide. Just…PPA Tour

Analysis · Mar 21, 2025STORYLINES FOR THE BLACK DESERT RESORT RED ROCK OPENOVERALL TOP 5: VENUE/TOURNEY/TV: WOMEN’S SINGLES: MEN’S SINGLES: MIXED DOUBLES: WOMEN’S DOUBLES: MEN’S DOUBLES…Dave Fleming

Analysis · Mar 19, 2025Draw Reveal: Black Desert Resort Red Rock OpenThe Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open is kicking off on March 26th and the professional draws for all five divisions of play have officially been released. It’s time to dive…PPA Tour

Tour News · Mar 17, 2025After beating cancer, an entrepreneur set out to make wellness taste like life’s best momentsDriven to make supplements people love, Be Amazing’s founders use Amazon data to craft innovative, crave-worthy flavors. Months after deciding to launch his own supplements business, Mike Yewdell developed a…PPA Tour

Recap · Mar 17, 2025Championship Sunday Standout Stats from the CIBC Texas OpenMcKinney, Texas. March 16, 2025. MIXED DOUBLES FINAL: (1) Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns def. (2) Jorja Johnson and JW Johnson, 11-4, 11-3, 14-12. MEN’S DOUBLES FINAL: (2) Ben…Jim Ramsey

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