Pickleball Magazine

Launched in 2016, issue of Pickleball Magazine is the world’s only publication for the sport. Each issue brings you the latest news and highlights from the exciting world of pickleball, including tournament coverage, expert instruction, rules, profiles with top pros, pickleball destinations, pickleball news in the U.S. and around the world, latest gear and equipment and more!

PUBLISHER’S PLAYBOOK

Pickleball Magazine

EDITOR’S LETTER

How Mahjong Found its Moment in the Sun • Why Pickleball in the Sun is embracing America’s newest social gaming obsession.

THE RULES REF questions and answers

SWEET SPOT • HOTTEST FINDS IN PICKLEBALL

THE FOURTH SHOT: The Returner’s Advantage—And Why Most Players Waste It

Rancho Valencia: A Premier Racket Sports Destination • Premier Pickleball Destinations

FIVE BALL MACHINE DRILLS TO IMPROVE YOUR ACCURACY

GOLD STANDARD IN NAPLES • Record crowds and elite play highlight the 10‑year milestone for the Franklin US Open Pickleball Championships.

2026 FRANKLIN US OPEN PICKLEBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS results

Rallying Against Parkinson’s • The fastest-growing sport is giving patients a competitive edge in their fight.

TIPS FOR PLAYERS WITH PARKINSON’S DISEASE

A New Era of Pickleball Entertainment • Pickleball Slam 4 highlights the sport’s rapid rise, as ESPN features tennis greats and pickleball’s brightest star sharing the court in a high-energy event at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida.

A New Court in Town: Pickleball Hits Boston Big

TIPS TO BEAT THE YIPS • Five ways to conquer the serving yips.

JOOLA PERSEUS PRO V PADDLE

BEYOND YOUTUBE: Playing the Game That Fits

MASTER THE MENTAL GAME WITH FOOD THAT FEEDS YOUR BRAIN

Behind the Scenes with Pro IGNACIO de ELIA