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The?turf war between pickleball and tennis is heating up, and?the?(USTA) United States Tennis Association just announced its casualties. The USTA estimates that?at least 10% of tennis courts in?the?U.S. have been converted for pickleball use. Tennis is hemorrhaging courts at?the?hands of its young rival, and it isn't surprising -?the?economics of pickleball are simply more attractive. ?? One tennis court serves four players,?while?one tennis court converted to four pickleball courts?serves 16 players ?? Clubs can rent out more space, cater to more members, and generate more revenue with just a "few strokes of paint" What makes this situation even more pressing for tennis is?the?sport’s own revival.?The?The Wall Street Journal notes that?the?USTA expects to surpass 24.5 million players?this year and reach 35 million by 2035. With both sports experiencing growth,?the?battle for court space is heating up. As Lew Sherr, CEO of?the?USTA, points out,?"Participation is not zero-sum, but?the?court space is." It’s clear that both sports are here to stay, but facilities across?the?country will need to find ways to accommodate?the?growing demand. Whether it's repurposing existing courts or building new ones,?this turf war is far from over. This segment is proudly brought to you by The Dink Pickleball Newsletter. https://lnkd.in/e9_AbgmQ

Pickleball in the South of France or Tuscany? Turns out, you can now pair your love for the game with epic views, great food, and plenty of court time. Whether you're playing hard or relaxing harder, these trips offer the perfect blend of sport and escape. Find out how to make your next getaway a little more… continental?? #pickleball #vacation #france #italy

Denver is turning an empty lot into a bustling pickleball hub! See how the city plans to spruce up downtown with pickleball courts and more in today's edition of The Dink Pickleball LinkedIn Newsletter! A special congratulations to the Dallas Flash Pickleball for clinching the Premier Level title and to The Miami Pickleball Club for dominating the Challenger Level against the Chicago Slice. ?? Let's wrap up by introducing the Dink70 Drill, a drill used by Selkirk Sport - We are Pickleball pro player John Cincola to master consistent dinking while under pressure and on the move. We won’t be sending out newsletters this Wednesday and Friday, but we'll be back in December. Happy Thanksgiving, Dink Fam! See you next month! ?? #pickleball #thedinkpickleball #upyourgame #sports #newsletter

The Dink Minor League National Championships are shaping up to be a big deal. With the nation’s top amateur players heading to Missouri Pickleball Club in December, it’s all about showcasing talent, chasing that record-breaking payout, and competing for national bragging rights. Get the full details on what makes this championship a must-watch! ?? #pickleball #dupr #nationals

Greenboro is set to become the 'Tournament Town' of North Carolina. Discover how this city plans to transform its sports landscape with a new 40+ court pickleball complex in today's edition of The Dink Pickleball LinkedIn Newsletter! The Dink Minor League's team format is transforming local courts by bringing a Major League atmosphere to communities around the world, with over 11,000 players, 138 events, and participation across 8 countries. Let's wrap up this edition of our newsletter by giving you tips from pro player and PicklePod co-host Zane Navratil on how you can predict your opponent's next shot! #pickleball #thedinkpickleball #newsletter #upyourgame

In May of this year, it was announced that?the?United Pickleball Association of America (UPA-A) would?compete against USA Pickleball?and serve as?the?new governing body for UPA events,?including paddle regulation. Initial rumors of UPA-A certification?pinned?the?cost at $100K annually for paddle companies.?Recent news from UPA-A outlining?the?paddle regulation plan for next year dispelled those rumors.?Please note that this certification only applies to pro-level?UPA events. Provisional Certification—Paddle manufacturers can apply for provisional approval that will last until March 31, 2025.?The?cost to apply for provisional approval is currently $2,000 but will increase to $3,000 after November 15, 2024. Full Certification—In 2025,?the?costs will go up. Full certification in?the?new year will cost $20,000 plus $5,000 for each model and $1,000 per variation. Additionally, MLP/PPA will require a licensing fee for paddle brands competing at?the?professional level. The?announcement indicates that funds will be used to build out?the?testing platform, including equipment and staff for on-site and laboratory testing. What amateurs need to pay attention to is?the?limits set on paddle performance. New standards set by?the?UPA-A could eventually influence future regulation of?the?amateur game.?The?limits set in place for?the?new paddle performance tests are: ?? A paddle may not exceed 2200 RPM on?the?spin test ?? Average Deflection Force?must meet or exceed 42 lbs Find more details on UPA-A paddle certification down below https://lnkd.in/eM83izjB

A celebratory moment turns violent at a recent pickleball match, where a paddle tap led to a startling knockout. Dive into the details of this unprecedented event in today’s edition of The Dink Pickleball LinkedIn Newsletter. The United Pickleball Association broke records at the World Championships. With over 55,000 attendees, 4,200 participants from over 30 countries, this year's event in Dallas has set new benchmarks in the pickleball world. Learn from Selkirk Sport - We are Pickleball Pro James Ignatowich as he breaks down the key strategies for choosing between topspin and slicing the ball. #newsletter #pickleball #thedinkpickleball #upyourgame #sports

Pickleball fashion on point at the PPA Tour Veolia Milwaukee Open. Hannah Blatt stunned in PB5star, Dylan Frazier kept it sharp with his Selkirk Sport - We are Pickleball fit, and Pablo Tellez rocked the court in Lotto Sport Italia Spa. Check out all the standout styles.?? #pickleball #fashion

Knowing when to use each drop shot can be the difference between winning the point or giving it away. Selkirk Sport - We are Pickleball James Ignatowich breaks down the strategy behind these shots and how to decide which one to use in the heat of the game. #pickleball #upyourgame #selkirksport

Scientific American?couldn’t resist?the?opportunity to inject some math into?the?game of pickleball. Yesterday, they highlighted some findings from?the?site?Pickleball Science. If?the?calculations in?the?75 Percent Rule?had you scratching your head then feel free to skip this section. What’s?the?fastest serve you’ve ever seen? ?? According to?the?calculations, with enough topspin (1,200 revolutions per minute), a?serve hit 65 mph is theoretically possible ?? “At that speed,?the?ball takes just 0.64 second to leave?the?server and hit?the?opposite far end of?the?court” leaving little to no time to adjust What fast hands really means ?? The?reaction time shrinks at?the?kitchen line where players have a mere?0.2?second to react to shots hit 45mph from 14 feet away ?? “That’s pushing?the?limit of conscious human reaction time, (Reflexes can be as fast as 0.08 second, but those signals do not have to go to?the?brain.)” How long does a lob hang in?the?air? ?? If a player “hits?the?ball from?the?baseline with an upward angle of 55 degrees and initial speed of 40 mph, with 1,200 rpm of topspin, it will reach a height of almost 20 feet and?will take four seconds to drop.” ?? Add another half second for?the?ball to bounce back up to height and that gives you about 4.5 seconds to run from?the?kitchen to?the?baseline to field a lob This segment is proudly brought to you by The Dink Pickleball Newsletter.