What Is Pickleball?
A Beginner's Guide
Pickleball is a fun sport that is rising in popularity due to its easy-to-learn rules, but also its competitive nature for experienced players. If you are looking to get into the world of pickleball, there are some things you should know. At Engage Sporting, we are dedicated to creating the best pickleball paddles for beginners and advanced players alike, so everyone can enjoy the sport. Keep reading to learn more about the game of pickleball and shop our wide selection of Engage Pickleball paddles today!
A Brief History of Pickleball
Pickleball is a sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It was created by three fathers in 1965 as a new game to entertain their children. Since that summer, pickleball has notably grown in popularity and in 1990 the game was played in all 50 states. Today, it is estimated that 4.8 million people in the United States play pickleball. Here are some of the reasons why pickleball is so popular:
- Simple Rules
- Easy To Learn (With just 30 minutes of instruction, you can be a pickleball player!)
- Low-Impact, Healthy Activity
- A Fun, Social Interaction
What Equipment Is Needed To Play?
Unlike many sports, pickleball requires very little equipment. The only pickleball equipment you need is a paddle and a ball! Engage Sporting has the best pickleball paddles on the market for any skill level! With our paddle comparison chart, you are guaranteed to find a paddle so you can begin playing pickleball.
How Do You Play?
With simple rules, many people are able to play pickleball within a half hour. Here is a brief rundown of how to play:
The court for pickleball resembles a tennis court but is about the size of a badminton court. The net is like a tennis net, but shorter, and just like tennis, the game of pickleball starts with a serve. You must serve the ball underhand and it must bounce twice (once on the serve, and once on the return of the serve). Points are scored by the team that serves until 11 points are reached (but you must win by two points).
Are you ready to start playing pickleball? Grab a paddle and give it a shot! It’s all about fun!
Enhance Your Game With Engage Sporting
Pickleball is a fun, easy sport that is great for all ages. Grab your friends or your family and get out there and play! At Engage Sporting, we offer high-quality pickleball equipment, including our Engage Pickleball Paddles which are perfect for any skill level. Whether you are just starting your pickleball journey, or you are participating in competitive play, we have the best pickleball paddles available. Shop now!
