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The Fun and Easy Sport of Pickleball
Pickleball is an exciting new sport that has been gaining in popularity in recent years. It’s a game that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis into one fun, fast-paced activity. Whether you’re looking for a great way to stay active with friends or just want to try something new, pickleball is the perfect choice!
How it Works
Pickleball is played on a court similar to a doubles badminton court but slightly smaller. The net runs across the middle of the court at about waist height for adults. Players use paddles (similar to those used in table tennis) to hit plastic balls back and forth over the net. The first team or player to score 11 points wins the game – but if both teams have 10 points each then they must play until one side has two points more than their opponent (known as “winning by two”).
Rules and Strategies
In addition to being able to hit groundstrokes like in tennis, players are also allowed three serves per turn before having to switch sides of the court with their opponents. This adds an extra element of strategy into each point as different strategies can be employed depending on who is serving and where they serve from! Generally speaking though, pickleball games are quite fast-paced with rallies often lasting less than 20 seconds – so it’s important not only know when and where you should place your shots but also how best take advantage any opportunities that come your way during play!
Getting Started Playing Pickleball
If you’re interested in giving pickleball a try then there are plenty of ways get started playing right away! Many parks now have dedicated pickleball courts which usually offer lessons and open sessions throughout the week – making it easy for beginners learn all they need know about this fantastic sport while having fun too! Additionally many clubs around your local area may offer social events on nights or weekends – allowing new players practice their skills amongst experienced ones without feeling intimidated or overwhelmed by higher levels competition out there!.