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Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, which is becoming increasingly popular. It is typically played in doubles, although singles play is also an option. The objective of the game is to hit a perforated plastic ball over a net and into the opponent's court in a way that they are unable to return the ball.

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Pickleball Information

• A guide to getting started in pickleball, plus Basic Rules (a unique feature of this sport is the kitchen).
• Pickleball required equipment — Pickleball is played with a paddle and a plastic ball with holes.
• Pickleball differences from tennis — see how the sports differ. Also check out Tennis v Pickleball — compare the physical demands of these two similar sports - comparing the physical demands of these two similar sports. See alos how pickleball differs from padel.
• Fitness for Pickleball, and Fitness Testing
• Energy Expenditure for Pickleball — the number of calories you burn while playing pickleball depends on the intensity level, game duration and your body weight.
• Polls:
  • Which Factors Make Successful Pickleball Players?
  • The component of fitness most important for success in pickleball?

Related Pages

• Pickleball short summary
• The similar sport of Paddle Tennis
• List of racket sports

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