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How to Become a Certified Pickleball Coach or Pro: Your Step-by-Step Career Guide
The demand for pickleball coaches is booming—and not just at elite clubs. From beginners wanting their first lesson to schools, rec...
Nazim Louadah
Jul 222 min read


Pickleball vs. Padel: What’s the Difference—and Which One Should You Play?
If you’ve been hearing the word padel thrown around lately and wondering what it has to do with pickleball, you’re not alone. They're...
Nazim Louadah
Jul 193 min read


Pickleball: The One Sport Your Whole Family Will Actually Love 👨👩👧👦🔥
Let’s be honest—getting the whole family to do anything together these days is a win. Getting them to all enjoy it ? That’s a miracle....
Nazim Louadah
Jul 132 min read


Pickleball Ratings Explained: What Is DUPR and Why Does It Matter?
If you’ve been around the courts, you’ve heard people say, “I’m a 3.5,” or “She’s pushing 4.0.”Or maybe someone’s asked, “Do you have a...
Nazim Louadah
Jul 42 min read


Pickleball Is the Mental-Health Hero You Didn’t Know You Needed 🧠✨
Let’s be real. Life’s a lot sometimes. Deadlines, work, family stuff, constant notifications—it piles up. And then you step on a...
Nazim Louadah
Jun 292 min read


Bloomington Is Poppin' Off with Pickleball—and Here's Why
Let’s not sugarcoat it.Pickleball isn’t just trending—it’s taking over. We’re seeing packed parks, gear selling out, and people who...
Nazim Louadah
Jun 252 min read


Pickleball for Fitness & Wellness: Why It’s the Perfect Workout in 2025 🌟
More and more people are ditching boring gym routines in favor of something way more fun : pickleball . Why? Because it’s social ,...
Nazim Louadah
Jun 252 min read


🧠 Pickleball Strategy 101: How to Outsmart Players Better Than You
You walk onto the court.They’ve got better hands, better footwork, better shots.And you’re already telling yourself, “I just need to...
Nazim Louadah
Jun 252 min read


How to Master the Mental Game of Pickleball: Secrets to Staying Calm Under Pressure 🧘
If you’ve ever played pickleball, you know it’s not just physical.Your mental game can make or break a match, especially when it’s tied...
Nazim Louadah
Jun 253 min read


Pickleball Warm-Up 101: Essential Exercises to Prevent Injuries and Boost Performance
Pickleball is a fast-paced, dynamic sport that requires agility, coordination, and quick reflexes. Whether you're a seasoned player or...
Nazim Louadah
Jun 22 min read


Pickleball Etiquette 101: Unwritten Rules Every Player Should Know
Pickleball isn’t just about dinks, drives, and drop shots. It’s also about community, respect, and good vibes on the court. Whether...
Nazim Louadah
May 282 min read


Why More Students Are Choosing Pickleball Over Intramural Sports 🎓
Signing up for intramurals used to be the go-to way to meet people and stay active on campus. But times are changing.And one sport is...
Nazim Louadah
May 222 min read


Will Pickleball Be in the Olympics? Here’s What We Know 🏅🔥
Pickleball is everywhere.Your neighbor plays.Your parents play.Your college professor’s in a Thursday night league. It’s in rec centers,...
Nazim Louadah
May 142 min read


Pickleball Gear 101: What You Actually Need to Start Playing (No Overkill) 👟
You don’t need to break the bank to play pickleball.But you do need the right gear — or you’ll feel it in your joints, your grip, and...
Nazim Louadah
May 122 min read


Top Reasons to Join a Pickleball League (Even If You’re New) 💥🏆
You’ve hit Open Play a few times.You ’re starting to recognize some regulars.You ’ve even learned how to pronounce “DUPR” without...
Nazim Louadah
May 72 min read


Best Places to Play Pickleball in Bloomington 🗺️ (Hint: You’re Gonna Want Indoors)
Bloomington’s officially gone pickleball-crazy.Parks are packed. Gym floors are getting taped up. And every week, more and more people...
Nazim Louadah
May 43 min read


Can You Play Singles in Pickleball? Absolutely — Here’s How. 💥
Everyone talks about doubles.Every Open Play seems full of partner rotations.But you might be wondering… “Can I play pickleball...
Nazim Louadah
Apr 302 min read


The Real History of Pickleball (And Why It’s Blowing Up) 🏛️🔥
Pickleball might feel like the hottest new thing on the planet right now — but the truth is, this sport’s been around for a lot longer...
Nazim Louadah
Apr 273 min read


Pickleball Ratings Explained: What’s My Level? 🧠🎯
You’ve been playing a while.You ’ve got some solid shots.You ’re wondering... “Am I still a beginner? Am I 3.0? 3.5? What's my pickleball...
Nazim Louadah
Apr 243 min read


How Pickleball Scoring Works (Without Making Your Head Hurt) 🧠✨
Let’s be real — the first time you try to keep score in pickleball, it feels like someone handed you a calculator and a jigsaw puzzle at...
Nazim Louadah
Apr 213 min read
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