• Best Age for Kids to Start Playing Pickleball: A Tampa Bay Coach’s Guide

    Best Age for Kids to Start Playing Pickleball: A Tampa Bay Coach’s Guide

    A Tampa Bay pickleball coach shares what he sees on the court every week. Pickleball Lessons in Tampa Bay: What Age Should Your Child Start? Last spring, a mom from Tarpon Springs reached out to me after watching her nine-year-old struggle to keep up in a rec tennis program. He was athletic and willing, but…

  • Pickleball for Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Getting Your Child Started

    Pickleball for Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Getting Your Child Started

    If your child has been looking for a sport that is fun, easy to learn, and great for making friends, pickleball might be exactly what they need. This sport has taken over the country in a big way, and kids are now one of the fastest growing groups picking up a paddle. Here is what…

  • What Makes Pickleball the Perfect Sport for Kids Ages 8–14?

    What Makes Pickleball the Perfect Sport for Kids Ages 8–14?

    Physical and Mental Development  If you have not noticed, pickleball has pretty much taken over. What began as a backyard hobby is now one of the country’s most popular sports, and kids are joining as quickly as adults.  The game blends a little bit of tennis, badminton, and table tennis into something that is surprisingly…

  • Youth Discover Community Through I&G Pickleball

    Youth Discover Community Through I&G Pickleball

    This past Sunday, a group of enthusiastic youth gathered at PBall Smash in Port Richey for a unique and energetic pickleball lesson—an event designed exclusively for a local Christian youth group. The atmosphere was filled with excitement, encouragement, and community as the group stepped onto the courts ready to learn, laugh, and build lasting connections. With the…

  • The Importance of Mental Preparation for Young Pickleball Athletes

    The Importance of Mental Preparation for Young Pickleball Athletes

    Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, attracting players of all ages, including young athletes who are eager to improve their game and compete at higher levels. While physical training, shot accuracy, and strategy are often the main focus, mental preparation is equally significant in helping young athletes reach their full potential.…