Pickleball is a fun, fast-paced game that is gaining popularity around the world because it's easy to learn and can be played by all ages. This book describes everything from equipment to tournament strategy in straightforward, conversational language that will benefit novice and seasoned players alike. Besides describing how players should condition themselves, The Art of Pickleball shows how to perform basic and advanced strokes and provides excellent tips for doubles play, mental conditioning, gamesmanship, and offensive and defensive strategies. Drills are included to help readers develop recommended shots. A supplement for teachers is also available, providing tests and answers. - Master the fundamentals with step-by-step instructions and pictures - Choose the right paddle and other accessories - Polish your skills, from overhead smashes to dinks - Learn the fine points of etiquette, ethics, and safety - Develop winning strategies for singles and doubles - Techniques designed to take you to the next level - Numerous photos, illustrations, and diagrams - Quick answers to your questions - Easy to read and understand
Pickleball has the combined features of badminton, tennis and table tennis but also has its own unique features, too! This sport receives point scoring from badminton, the court structure from badminton and tennis, the net from badminton and tennis. The paddle is made of either wood or a composite material. The ball is plastic and contains several small holes, like a wiffle ball. A game is played to 11 points. Only the server can score points 1 point per serve. Each time you win a point you serve again. You continue serving until you lose the rally.
The Official Pickleball handbook (132 pages) is designed for all levels of play, from the beginner up through the best players in the game. It is well organized, very entertaining, easy to read, and contains lots of great pictures. It is an excellent book for teachers and students. You will learn:
1. The history of pickleball.
2. The basic fundamentals of pickleball how to swing, move, create spin shots and much more.
3. Winning strategies including an easy-to-follow table of what to do if .
4. Secrets of the master players. Learn these great tricks to make you a better player.
5. The latest edition of USAPAs Official Tournament Rulebook (Updated in June 1999).
6. Tournament formats and brackets to start your own tournaments.
About the Author
Mark Friedenberg is one of the USA Pickleball Associations (USAPA) top ranked pickleball doubles players in Washington State. Also, he is the top singles and doubles player for his age group in the state. Because of his age and physical stature his tournament partners and opponents call him Yoda or the Ancient Master. He always brings with him his bag of tricks. Many are exposed in this book. When it comes to pickleball he is one of the most knowledgeable players to have ever played the game. All his pickleball knowledge, skills and tournament experiences have gone into this book.
