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How to play pickleball - 9 simple rules for beginners
Your essential guide to learning pickleball. We break down the 9 most important rules every beginner needs to know to get on the court and start playing today.
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What is my pickleball skill rating? Take this quiz to get rated
Unsure of your pickleball skill level? This simple quiz will help you estimate your rating (from 2.0 to 4.5+) so you can find balanced games and the right events.
Guides
How to run a fixed-partner league on paddlx
A focused guide on using the paddlX platform to set up and manage a fixed-partner pickleball league, automating registration, scheduling, and communication.
League Management
Your step-by-step guide to running a pickleball league
The ultimate A-to-Z playbook for organizing, scheduling, and managing a successful pickleball league on paddlX, from initial concept to championship glory.
Getting Started
Creating your first league on paddlx
A complete, step-by-step walkthrough of setting up your first pickleball league on the paddlX platform, from initial creation to launching your registration page.
Management
Managing player registrations and payments
Stop chasing payments and deciphering messy spreadsheets. Learn how to streamline your league operations with efficient, automated registration and payment management.
Marketing
Attracting new members to your pickleball group
Is your pickleball group ready to grow? Discover 5 proven, low-cost marketing strategies to attract new players and build a waitlist for your events.
Engagement
Keeping players active and engaged
Attracting players is one thing, but keeping them coming back is what builds a true community. Learn how to boost player retention and create a vibrant, active club.
Monetization
Turning your group into a sustainable business
Transform your passion for pickleball into a profitable venture. This guide explores multiple revenue streams to create a sustainable and successful pickleball business.
Blog
Watch this space - adidas is making waves in pickleball
The three-stripe giant is entering the fastest-growing sport in America. Adidas is making a significant move into the pickleball market. Here’s what we know and what it means for players.
League Management
The complete guide to running a fixed-partner league
Our comprehensive, step-by-step guide to organizing a successful fixed-partner pickleball league, from initial planning and registration to championship day.
Getting Started
Setting up team registration for fixed-partner leagues
Step-by-step guide to creating an efficient team registration process for your fixed-partner league.
Scheduling
Creating balanced schedules for partner leagues
A fair and balanced schedule is the backbone of any successful league. Learn the principles and methods to create pickleball schedules that keep teams happy and engaged.
Tips & Tricks
How to handle team substitutions and absences
Every league organizer needs a clear and fair sub policy. Learn the best practices for managing player substitutions to prevent forfeits and keep your league competitive.
Growth Strategy
Scale your pickleball community with paddlx
The ultimate playbook to transform your casual pickleball group into a thriving, scalable, and profitable community ecosystem with paddlX.