Much like?the?legends of?the?game above, pickleball wouldn’t be where it is today without a different group of people — referees. Referees are a vital part of all major sports but are often?the?most underappreciated aspect. That holds especially true in pickleball. Between countless hours standing in?the?hot sun to convincing “competitors” that they did in fact step on?the?kitchen line,?the?job of referees is not an easy one. And what do they get for their trouble? Until recently, most?certified referees would earn $20/match or less. Conditions are improving thanks to advancements in?the?professional ranks, but for now, most refs still volunteer their time or lose money to help make competitive pickleball possible. Erik Tice spoke with?the?two people responsible for?the?referees?in Major League Pickleball and on?the?Association of Pickleball Players Tour to better understand who they are and what type of training they receive. It might even convince you to try to become certified! This segment is proudly brought to you by The Dink Pickleball Newsletter.
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Today, April 1, 2024, USA Pickleball announced that April is National Pickleball Month! #PickleballMonth https://lnkd.in/e-gkwkuE Using USA Pickleball standards as guidance, pickleball ratings are scaled from 1.0 to 5.5+, where 1.0 is a beginner and 5.5 or higher is a player with professional playing abilities. Below is the USA Pickleball Player Skill Ratings rubric that provides specific skills needed to achieve "beginner" levels of player rating. 1.0 to 2.0 Skill Rating This player is just starting to play pickleball and has no other sports background. Minimal understanding of rules of the game. 2.5 Skill Rating This player has limited experience. Can sustain a short rally with players of equal ability. Basic ability to keep score.
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Before you plan that summer vacation, be sure to check when your player will be heading in for tryouts! We host 2 Days of Tryouts for each age group. We encourage every player to come to both days of tryouts. We typically field between 2-4 teams per age group: Black (1), Blue (2), White (3), Silver (4). In 2024 we plan to have teams from ages 10U - 18U. Mark your calendars and be sure to register below! https://lnkd.in/gsfYKDPG #norco #norcovolleyball #rmrvolleyball #volleyballtryouts #NORCOTryouts #tryouts
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Ever thought pickleball was just for the older crowd? ?? Zane Navratil was in the same boat until he got bit by the pickleball bug. In this episode, Zane shares his journey from high school tennis champion to becoming a top-ranked pickleball pro, revealing the addictive elements that make this sport so appealing to players of all ages. With his unique blend of competitive drive and engaging personality, Zane offers valuable insights into the future of pickleball and the importance of discipline in achieving success both on and off the court. Learn: - Why the social aspect and adrenaline rush make pickleball so addictive - How pickleball is poised to become a high school and collegiate sport - The potential for pickleball to become an Olympic sport in the future - Zane's journey from accountant to professional pickleball player - The power of discipline and how it can lead to a more stress-free life Click the link in the comments. #Pickleball #ZaneNavratil #blueprintpodcast #ppa #dupr
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Several of my family members love playing pickleball.? It's a fairly new sport, similar to tennis. (Two people or two pairs hit a ball back and forth over a net.) However, pickleball players use a paddle-- like ping pong-- and a lightweight hollow ball with holes. The courts are shorter and the rules are different.??A lot of older people and children like it because it's less strenuous and easier on the joints, but still fast-moving.? My son-in-law Jacob loves to compete, so he practices every chance he gets.?? That started me thinking: it's a little like language practice.??There are things you can practice or rehearse on your own, but you can only get the full benefits of pickleball or speaking practice with a partner-- not alone.? And if you want to be sure that your aim is right or that what you're saying makes sense, you need to get feedback from someone else. Like tennis or pickleball, it takes two (or more--often four in both those games.)? Do you have someone to practice and improve your English with? If not, let's talk! #Pickleball #Partners #Hints4ClearEnglish
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Tennis is hands down better than pickleball ?? Now that I worked half of my followers up, let me break it down… Pickleball seems to have taken over the world (my world anyway, here in Florida from college students up to the retirees) ?? But the why isn’t super clear… You go to pickleball courts and it looks like the below (super crowded) Meanwhile tennis courts at the same parks sit empty ?? Then it hit me, pickleball is literally running the 2024 growth-stage playbook: 1?? Build a simple, cost-effective product with a… 2?? Low barrier to entry (minimal skills or cardiovascular strength needed) and… 3?? Create an ecosystem of evangelists (who then get other users…ahem, players) Gonna take a page out of the Warren Buffet book and zig (tennis) while y’all zag (pickleball): “Be fearful when others are greedy, and be greedy when others are fearful.” I’ll enjoy the open courts and extra cardio work ?? #ecosystem #growth #tennis #pickleball
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Thanks for sharing this great story from Business Insider!! Yet another demonstration that exercise drives a healthy lifestyle no matter what age!! Let's pledge to stay active to gain those benefits. #silversneakers #medicare #medicareadvantage #seniorhealth
Seniors of all ages are getting on the court and getting active with #pickleball. Check out the story of 91-year-old pickleball instructor and SilverSneakers? member, Leurene Hildenbrand: https://lnkd.in/eweK9gKq.
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Which states have the top-rated pickleball players? ?? Our friends at DUPR have shared their data and we’ve got the Top 10 states! ?? #pickleball #rankings #thedinkpickleball #linkedinsports #dupr
Which States Have the Best Pickleball Players? Our Friends at DUPR Have the Answer
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Welcome to Pickleball 101! ?? Pickleball is played either as doubles (two players per team) or singles ?? The same size playing area and rules are used for both singles and doubles ?? The serve is made diagonally crosscourt and must land within the confines of the opposite diagonal court. ?? If a point is scored, the server switches sides and the server initiates the next serve from the left-hand court. ?? Points are scored only by the serving team. ?? Games are normally played to 11 points, win by 2. ?? Tournament games may be to 15 or 21, win by 2. ?? When the ball is served, the receiving team must let it bounce before returning, and then the serving team must let it bounce before returning, thus two bounces. ?? The non-volley zone is the court area within 7 feet on both sides of the net. ?? The non-volley zone is commonly referred to as “the kitchen.” ?? A ball contacting any line, except the non-volley zone line on a serve, is considered “in.” ?? A serve contacting the non-volley zone line is short and a fault. Who wants to get out and play? https://lnkd.in/d7Ggj-Rv #Pickleball #PickleballRules #PickleballCourt #SportsSurfaces
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?? Uncover the history of pickleball! Our latest blog dives into how long people have been enjoying this dynamic sport and its journey from inception to modern-day popularity. ???? #Pickleball #SportsHistory #SportEvolution #PickleballGrowth #IndustryInsights #PickleForPay https://loom.ly/gIotWt8
How Old Is Pickleball? | Pickleball History — Pickle for Pay
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Calling Netball Coaches! Come join me on the 12th June 7pm for an online workshop on "How to build a robust netballer". I will show you how you can impact your netballers movement and physical development alongside your technical training! This will be in partnership with Elite Netball and I can't wait to help lots of netball coaches around the country. Want to get involved? Click the link in the comments or DM me NETBALL and I will get in touch! #netball #coacheducation #youthdevelopment
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