Discover the best pickleball shoes for women in 2025 — designed for comfort, support, and style. From stability to cushioning, we’ve tested and ranked the top options so you can find the perfect pair for your game.

October 10, 2025 isn’t just World Pickleball Day — it’s the official launch of Pickleball for Good, a nonprofit committed to making pickleball a force for accessibility, inclusion, and sustainability. Through grants, volunteer programs, crowdfunding, and eco-conscious initiatives, Pickleball for Good is transforming the game into a tool for social impact worldwide.

Learn smart stacking strategies for women’s doubles pickleball with simple drills to improve positioning, teamwork, and court confidence.

Meet Sarah Carpenter, Lead Data Scientist at DUPR and one of the brightest minds shaping how pickleball measures skill. From co-founding UNC’s collegiate team to refining the DUPR algorithm, Sarah bridges math and match play to make ratings more accurate, fair, and accessible for every player.

Not all pickleball balls are created equal. Learn the real differences between indoor and outdoor balls, how durability affects play, and which brands deliver the best spin, control, and value.

Pickleball is addictive — but is it taking over your life? Learn how to balance your passion for the game with family, relationships, and real-world responsibilities without losing what matters most.

DUPR is transforming pickleball with a global rating system that tracks your progress and connects players worldwide. Learn how it works, why it matters, and what it means for your game.

Facing power players at the pickleball kitchen line can feel overwhelming—but speed isn’t unbeatable. With the right anticipation, paddle positioning, soft hands, and resets, you can turn their pace into your advantage and flip the rally in your favor.

When Kris Barrett moved to Luxembourg with her husband, U.S. Ambassador Tom Barrett, she carried more than luggage—she brought her pickleball paddle. From winning tournaments to building a 70-player group, she put a global twist on the pickleball ambassador role.

Pickleball is exploding in popularity—and so are the injuries. Women face a unique set of risks on the court, from fractures to tendon strains, but most are preventable. Here’s how smart warm-ups, targeted strength work, the right shoes, and recovery routines can keep you playing strong for years.

Cooler temps don’t mean you can slack on hydration. Dehydration can sneak up fast in fall and winter play, zapping your energy and slowing your reactions. Here’s how to spot the signs and keep your water (and electrolytes) in check so you can stay sharp on the court.

Drury University just became the first college in the nation to make pickleball a varsity sport — complete with funding, coaches, travel, and scholarships.

Pickleball demands quick feet and sharp reactions—but stiff hips or weak joints can cut your game short. This cross-training plan blends yoga, strength, and balance work to keep you mobile, powerful, and injury-resilient on the court.

PPR (Professional Pickleball Registry) has named Empower Pickleball its official media partner. The collaboration will deliver coaching education, training tips, and player development content to Empower’s audience while spotlighting certification pathways for coaches.

Indoor and outdoor pickleball aren’t the same game. From faster balls and wind to echoey gyms and slick floors, knowing how to adjust instantly can make all the difference. Champions adapt—here’s how.

Migraines can sideline more than just your pickleball game—they can take over your entire day. The TheraICE Headache Relief Hat offers cooling, compression, and light-blocking relief that actually works. Here’s why this simple, portable tool has become a must-have for managing migraines and getting back to life on and off the court.

Playing with a paddle that’s too big can ruin your game—and your wrists. Here’s your guide to the best pickleball paddles for smaller hands, with options for women and kids.

Too many players treat the pickleball serve as just a way to start the point. But with the right mix of speed, spin, depth, and placement, your serve becomes a weapon that disrupts rhythm, forces weaker returns, and sets you up to win rallies.

Melissa McCurley has shaped pickleball event management from the ground up—running record-breaking tournaments, building PickleballTournaments.com, and earning a spot in the Pickleball Hall of Fame. She shares the lessons, strategies, and pitfalls every organizer should know to create tournaments that players and fans actually love.

Pickleball is fun until you wake up sore the next morning. A simple recovery routine—cooling down, hydrating, stretching, and adding light movement—can keep your body fresh and ready for your next match. Here’s a realistic plan that fits even the busiest schedule.