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š” Tennis only! Pickleball banned in Virginia park
Plus, don't forget your feet, an epic point with over 1m+ views, and much more
Brandon Mackie
May 09, 2024
Hey there,
Welcome back to the Pickleheads Newsletter!
In this issue:
š An EPIC point with 1m+ views on YouTube
š¤¾ A special new LevelUp guestā¦
š” Tennis only! Pickleball banned in Virginia park
š® Matthew and Camila Mccaughney play pickleball pants-less
š An EPIC point with 1m+ views on YouTube
Yāall know this point is gonna be epic if it's amounted over 1 million views on YouTube so far.
This 54-shot epic point has it allādinks, volleys, two-handed backhands, lob attempts and plenty of fast hands at the kitchen!
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š¤¾ Donāt forget your feet!
Okay, Iām a little excitedā¦ we have someone very special taking over our Level Up this week!
Heās been featured on SportsCenter. And his tips are pure gold. When he told me he launched a newsletter I signed up immediately.
This guy needs no introduction, heās a top 5 ranked pickleball player in the world ā James Ignatowich!
One of the most common things I hear ā āthis shot feels great when I drill, but itās so much harder in a game for some reason.ā
Of course itās harder! When you drill you know where the ball is being hit, and what youāre trying to do with it.
In a game you react, move and make a decision. What isnāt talked about enough, is how your movement and shot selection is connected.
If someone hits a dink a little too high but youāre on one leg and off balance, then maybe itās NOT the right ball to speed up on.
The pros make the game look easy because theyāre always balanced and in the right position - like you are when you drill.
Even the best players will still miss, or pop the ball up, when they are stretched or off balance.
What separates pros from rec players is they stay within their means when they are off balance, and attack when their balance is strong!
So, how can we work on our positioning to maximize our options for each shot?
First, focus on your own recognition.
For example, if you hit a deep serve on the baseline, take a step forward early, because the chances of a weak and short return is greater.
Second, react with your feet first!
I see way too many people stab at a reset with their paddle before they even try to get behind the ball with their feet.
Lastly, (my personal favorite here) focus on the split step.
You donāt have to be crazy with your feet like me, but split-stepping before every shot is critical.
Having your core centered and your legs bent will prepare you to react and also stay in control.
Way too many people fly through the transition zone, thinking itās a rush to get into the kitchen!
You want to get to the kitchen as quickly as possible, but not at the expense of balance.
You do not want to be moving while your opponent is hitting a ball at your feet.
So next time youāre on the court be conscious of how balanced you are on each shot.
Being balanced will give you a greater chance of making a defensive shot, and will give you a greater chance of finding an offensive opportunity.
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#1 senior pro-pickleball playerās little-known secret to recovering faster than anyone else š¤«
Iāve had a right shoulder injury thatās plagued me for yearsā¦
Itās a killer on my overhead smashes.
A few months ago, I started going to a facility for red-light therapy. Itās helped my injury and I'm recovering quicker and sleeping better.
Recently I heard about a cool product ā the Kineon Move+ Pro. Itās a portable device that administers red light therapy on the go.
I heard about it from Lee Whitwell, the #1 senior pro pickleball player and director of training and education for The Pickler.
Lee told me sheās been using the Move+ Pro to help with recovery and improved blood flow for a while now.
āIāve got a tear in my right knee, which flares up. So I started using the Kineon Move+ Pro 15 minutes in the morning and 15 minutes in the evening.
By the fourth and fifth day, I felt a real improvement. I know the pain is never going to go away, but itās lessened.
To me, that means I can play harder, longer and not worry about sharp pain or my knee buckling. Iām now a true believer in red light therapy.ā
The Move+ is portable and easy to use. Lee places the adjustable straps around her knee and turns it on. The LED and Laser technology penetrate deep into the body for fast effective pain treatment.
When I asked Lee if she knew any other players using the Move+ she almost wanted to keep it her little secretā¦
āIām an early adopter. Anything that helps me move better and faster than anyone else Iām playing, Iāll take. I have some friends who have asked about the device, but Iām not sharing my secrets.ā
Lee thinks itās not too long before the Kineon Move+ Pro will catch on and I have to agree!
If youāve been battling injuries like me, give the Move+ Pro a try and start managing your pain.
To learn more and save on the Kineon Move+ Pro click the link below š
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š” Tennis only! Pickleball banned in Virginia park
A popular pickleball destination, Kendale Park, VA, will soon become tennis only.
But itās not for the reason youāre expecting. Neighbors say āof course they can hear the courts, but theyāll be sad to see them go!ā.
š® Matthew and Camila McCaughney play pickleball pantsless
Last Thursday, the Hollywood couple bared all in a new commercial for their alcohol brand, Pantalones Organic Tequila
In it, they show viewers how to make a refreshing pickle margarita, but if that's not enough to keep you watching, they also included footage of themselves playing pickleballāpantsless.
š Broken up our community': Pickleballers still fume after losing popular San Francisco courts
The commotion at the Presidio Wall playground in San Francisco's wealthy neighborhood shows no signs of ending anytime soon.
If you want to get the inside scoop, this article from San Francisco Gate explores the well-publicized controversy in great detail.
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Presidio Wall Playground, San Francisco
As thereās been a lot of talk about these pickleball courts recently, we thought weād highlight them as our Dream Court of the week.
Youāll find these courts on the Presidio Wall Playground in Presidio Heights, San Francisco.
Located just south of the Presidio, where Silicon Valleyās elite mingle with affluent families, these courts are mere steps away from some of San Francisco's most alluring hiking trails and parks.
They sound like the perfect spot for a few games of pickleball followed by a quick (or long) hikeā¦whatever takes your fancy!
Save $50 on all lessons at Pickleheads
You now get $50 off all lessons booked through Pickleheads!
To find lessons, just click the āLessonsā tab while searching:
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Thereās no better way to improve your game than with a hands-on lesson from a coach.
And weāre pleased to offer this discount to help you along your journey.
The best deal in pickleball?
I may have found the best deal in all of pickleballā¦
The last 2 weeks Iāve been playing with the Friday Original Paddle.
On paper, it looks just like a JOOLA Hyperion.
It hits hard, gets great spin and has a nice touch & feel.
But hereās the crazy partā¦ you can 2 of these paddles for $99. Thatās under $50 each!
Iāve never seen a $50 that plays like this. I was able to hold up against legit 4.5s and play just like I can with $200+ paddles.
Plus they look cool. Grab one for you and a friend or two for yourself š
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