One of the (many) great things about pickleball is that even amateurs have opportunities to play in competitions at even some of the highest levels. This is unlike other professional sports. This is your chance to earn your way onto the same field as top pros, which is the first step towards that journey.

But, thanks to organizations like DUPR, Minor League Pickleball, the APA, World Pickleball Tour, and USA Pickleball, you can play in tournaments designed explicitly with the amateur in mind.

Pretty darn cool if you ask us!

Let’s explore amateurs’ different options across the pickleball world to play in events and compete at the highest levels.

DUPR Waterfall

The DUPR Waterfall promises to be an amateur-only event like no other. It features a new and innovative format that offers players four (4) competitive matches within four hours. It’s a large field tournament (128-256 players) made up of teams (either two men, two women, or one woman plus one man) competing against each other for a top spot and a platinum ticket to Nationals.

It welcomes players of all ages, genders, and skill levels. According to their site, you need a DUPR rating if you’d like to win the platinum ticket–though no rating is necessary just to compete.

What makes it even better is that there are DUPR…

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Bet you didn’t know that Baddle and SHEFIT have something in common. We both believe in inclusivity when it comes to sports and exercise.

If you aren’t familiar with SHEFIT, and you should be, it’s a women’s athletic apparel brand regarded for its high-performance sports bras that are designed for every body type and exercise level.

We have a similar belief at Baddle when it comes to the game of pickleball. No matter your age or skill level, pickleball is a game for everyone.

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The clutching pain of leg cramp in the middle of the night can be a very horrible experience and based on medical studies I am not alone in the cramping category. At least 75% of all reported leg cramps occur at night and the older you are, the more likely you are to actually experience leg cramps.

Luckily for me, I usually wake up right before the initial clenching starts, so I get the full anticipation, right before the binding pain really kicks in. After a recent cramp, I had last week, I thought I’d do a little digging on the source and solution for leg cramps. What I found is that leg cramps are a very common occurrence for athletes, especially when playing under hot conditions and heavy exertion. See for yourself how Rafa Nadal handled them right after a tough match, at a US Open press conference.

So, what causes them and how can they be avoided, that’s what I want to impart to you in this article. So, sit back and grit your teeth and prepare for cramming on leg cramps.

Lastly, before we get too deep into the cramps, I want to state that I am not a doctor and I have never played one on TV, so if you have any serious medical questions, please consult a medical professional. If you happen to play with a doctor, I recommend you save the whole copay/office visit and just…

If you follow professional pickleball, you have seen the PPA Tour sign exclusive contracts with most of the top players. Along with signing all of the top talent, they are growing like crazy in all aspects. From National TV deals to celebrity investments, the PPA Tour is here to stay and take over the pickleball world.

We are now a few tournaments into the 2023 season and Ben Johns is no longer #1 in the world… Check out the updated professional pickleball rankings below.

The Pat McAfee Show was in Arizona to cover the Super Bowl last week and found something more interesting than football.

When they arrived to their Airbnb, they found a pickleball court in the backyard.

“As soon as it gets pitch black in the desert, the person who built the house we were living at said ‘this sun thing ain’t gonna stop me from playing pickleball all night long,’ and we did. 4 or 5 hours of pickleball last night.” – Pat McAfee

Pat McAfee, AJ Hawk, and others are officially addicted to pickleball after day 1.

“Whatever you think about the pickleball game not being in our life until yesterday vs what the future is going to look like with us in pickleball. How do you feel about it all AJ?” – Pat McAfee

“I feel like it has legs. It’s going to stay. It’s not going to be a flash in the pan.” – AJ Hawk

Will we be seeing Pat McAfee and AJ Hawk team up for some tournaments, celebrity events or possibly buy team? Only time will tell but they definitely caught the pickleball bug.

“We played 11 or 12 games of pickleball last night. I am sore. What an incredible sport this is… This sport has obviously captivated the world. Drew Brees has a team, Gary Vee has a team, Tom Brady has a team, Kevin Durant has a team… It is a great game. It is fantastic…

Mens PRO Doubles – APP Daytona Beach Open

Gold: Andrei Daescu / Kyle Yates

Silver: Hunter Johnson / Yates Johnson

Bronze: Stefan Auvergne / Brendon Long

Hunter and Yates Johnson took down Andrei Daescu / Kyle Yates 11-8, 2-11, 11-6 in the winner bracket semi final. Andrei Daescu / Kyle Yates dropped down to the losers bracket and worked their way back to the gold medal match for a rematch with the Johnson brothers. Daescu / Yates came out on top the second time around 11-3, 11-8, 15-11.

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The Sprint Pro 3.5 Court Shoe adjusts to comfortably fit your body thanks to its sewn-in sock construction and triangular DELTA STRAP incorporated into the lacing to keep your foot firmly in place. A TPU heel counter ensures a stable foundation, while a stability trigger in the lateral outsole minimizes slippage and rollovers. Finally, areas typically experience the greatest abrasion wear are reinforced with durability zones of additional outsole material, ensuring long-lasting shoes even when subjected to vigorous play.

The Sprint Pro 3.5 Women’s Court Shoe from HEAD Pickleball conforms to your feet, won’t weigh you down, and delivers the durability and comfort…