THE GAME SWEEPING THE UNITED STATES
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States! You hear about it from co-workers, friends, and even see it on the news. It’s just everywhere!
But how did it even come to be?
Well, sources say three dads on a vacation in Bainbridge Island were so bored out of their minds that they decided to create a new sport using some spare ping pong paddles and a wiffle ball. This sport they would then name after their dog, “Pickles.”
This little get-together created what we now know today as pickleball, a sport loved by over 2.5 million people in the U.S. Not only is it fun, it’s also something everyone can play!
So what do you need to get started? A paddle and some balls.
GETTING STARTED: BUYING YOUR FIRST PADDLE YOUR NEW HOBBY AWAITS
PICKING UP PICKLEBALL AS A HOBBY? START HERE!
The best thing about pickleball is that anybody can pick it up as a hobby. It’s not overwhelming and it doesn’t have to be expensive either.
We really weren’t kidding when we said all you would need are a paddle and some balls!
Leave it to us to tell you exactly what you need to look for when choosing your first-ever pickleball paddle.
Weight.
You may want to start with the middleweight which is ~8 oz. Though heavier paddles increase strength and grip over time, your arm may fatigue pretty easily. Paddle weight is largely personal preference so experiment with a few paddles and see what’s best for you.
USAPA Approval.
Paddles with the “USAPA Approved” seal means you can use them in an official USAPA tournament. But, if you don’t really plan on playing in tournaments, then you don’t need to choose a paddle with this seal. The great thing about Amazin’ Aces paddles is you can choose from a selection of paddles with and without the seal!
Price.
Because a growing sport means making it accessible for everybody, our paddles start at $25.99. So, go ahead and try your hand at pickleball without breaking the bank! Start with what most pickleball players are already using, a composite paddle. It has both durability and the advanced features needed to get you feeling more pro in no time!
FIND HAPPINESS IN A GAME OF PICKLEBALL!
Will pickleball really change your life? Maybe! We know that the game has been life-changing for a few people. Hear it from them first:
Sherry L. MartinI was an avid Tennis Player but now age & wear & tear leaves me with shoulder issues for serving in tennis and less court to cover is great too
Sharon DeFurA friend introduced me to the game. I never played any racket sport very well and I am not great at Pickleball, but I love it, love the exercise outdoors, and have made many new friends as a Senior player. I try to play 3-4 days per week!
