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Jun 29, 2026
Two-Handed vs One-Handed Backhand in Pickleball: Which Is Better?
Two-handed vs one-handed backhand in pickleball: the pros and cons of each, which pros use, which is easier for beginners, and how to fix a weak backhand.
Jun 29, 2026
How to Get from 3.5 to 4.0 in Pickleball: The Real Difference
Going from 3.5 to 4.0 in pickleball is not about hitting harder. The real difference: the soft game, fewer unforced errors, patience, and shot selection. Here is the plan.
Jun 29, 2026
Pickleball Scoring Explained: How to Keep Score
Pickleball scoring made simple: games to 11, the three numbers in doubles, side-outs, the even/odd rule, and why the first server starts with 2. A beginner-friendly guide.
Jun 29, 2026
Pickleball Serve Rules: How to Serve Legally
Pickleball serve rules explained: the underhand volley serve, the drop serve, where to stand, foot-fault rules, and the most common illegal serves to avoid.
Jun 29, 2026
Pickleball Kitchen Rules Explained (The Non-Volley Zone)
Pickleball kitchen rules made simple: what the non-volley zone is, when you can and cannot step in, the momentum rule, the line rule, and the faults that catch people out.
Jun 29, 2026
How to Hit a Third-Shot Drop in Pickleball: The Complete Guide
How to hit a third-shot drop in pickleball — the mechanics, drop vs. drive, footwork, common mistakes, and drills to get you to the net. From your NE Ambassador.
Jun 29, 2026
Pickleball Court Grants: How to Get Funding for New Courts in New England
How pickleball court grants work, who can apply, and how a New England town can pursue USA Pickleball Play It Forward funding for new community courts.
Jun 29, 2026
11six24 Vapor Power2: Specs, Who It’s For, and a 10% Code
The 11six24 Vapor Power2 with HexGrit — specs, how the Vapor line scores in our database, who it's for, budget comparisons, and a 10% code.
Jun 29, 2026
How to Dink in Pickleball: The Complete Guide to the Soft Game
How to dink in pickleball — the complete guide: the 4 fundamentals, where to aim, dink types, footwork, mistakes, drills, and a FAQ. From your New England USA Pickleball Ambassador.
Jun 29, 2026
Our 2026 Pickleball Paddle Guides Are Live
New for 2026: buyer's guides ranking 700+ pickleball paddles by independent Pickleball Studio + John Kew scores — best overall, spin, control, power & budget.
May 14, 2026
Welcome to the New Regan Family Pickleball Hub
If you used to find courts, paddle reviews, or local New England tournament info on this site, you have it — just better organized.The…