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- Decoding DUPR: An Honest Conversation on Pickleball Ratings
- Understanding Tournaments: Mastering Tournament Expectations & Bracket Reading
- What Makes a Great Pickleball
- Learn The 3-Step Mental Reset That Saves Matches
- Tournaments Near You + Celebrate 60 Years of Pickleball
- New at Tournaments...Players Can Enter Their Own Scores
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What's Going On With DUPR?
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There’s been a big change to the DUPR algorithm — and a lot of players have questions.
We’re teaming up with DUPR for a live, no-spin conversation about what actually changed and what it means for your rating.
This isn’t a press release. It’s real answers to questions players have been asking with the folks behind the algo.
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Still Confused on How Tournaments Work?
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Whether it’s your first tournament or you are a tournament junkie, you may have found yourself asking some of these common questions:
- Why am I waiting so long between matches?
- How do I find and follow my bracket?
- What does "in the queue" mean on my test message?
We covered it all in our recent webinar.
Watch the replay and become a master at how tournaments actually work.
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What Makes a Great Pickleball?
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You don’t think about the ball until it ruins the game.
Dead bounces. Wobbly flight. Cracks after three matches. Most players have dealt with it — and it’s frustrating.
A great ball does the opposite.
âś” True bounce
âś” Predictable flight
âś” Built to last under pressure
That’s exactly what the new LT Pro 48 was built to deliver and why it was chosen as the new official ball of the PPA Tour.
The LT Pro 48 was designed by Life Time Founder, Chairman and CEO, Bahram Akradi, and his engineering team, to fix what players have been complaining about for years. You can expect pro-level performance, tested by top players, and built to hold up — indoors or out.
Here are some reasons why it’s being recommended by top players and pros:
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âś… Symmetrical holes for balanced flight
âś…Â Reinforced edges to resist cracking
âś…Â Consistent performance in any setting
âś…Â Designed to meet tournament-level standards
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Whether you're training for competition or just want something more reliable, this is a ball worth trying. Order yours here -->
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Learn The 3-Step Mental Reset That Saves Matches
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Stop the Spiral: The 3-Step Mental Reset That Saves Matches
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We’ve all been there — cruising through a match when one bad point snowballs into a total collapse. The best players know how to stop that slide before it costs them the game.
In this new blog from AIM7 sports psychologists Dr. Alex Auerbach and Dr. Erik Korem, you’ll learn the Release-Reset-Refocus method:
- Release the mistake with a quick physical or verbal cue.
- Reset your mind and body in the present moment.
- Refocus on the next point with a clear, actionable plan.
This simple routine can turn frustration into focus and keep you playing at your best — no matter the score.
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Tournaments Happening Near You... But Not For Long!
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Anna, we've curated these tournaments within 30 miles of you that are closing registrations in the next 2 weeks.
We're only showing you the closest handful, but you can see the full list of tournaments near or far, sooner or later at the link below.
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 | | 10/19 Men's Doubles $500 Money Ball Tournament  Life Time Allen
971 State Highway 121
Allen, TX 75013
 Registration: Aug 17, 2026 - Oct 18, 2026
Event: Oct 19, 2026 - Oct 19, 2026
|  | | LAS COLINAS LIFE TIME FUN TOURNEY Las Colinas
7320 N State Highway 161
Irving, TX 75063 Registration: Oct 5, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
Event: Oct 23, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026 |  | | Trick or Dink Jr. Tournament Banner House at T Bar M
6060 Dilbeck Ln.
Dallas, TX 75240 Registration: Sep 29, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026
Event: Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026 |  | | Bulldogs at the Playhouse Preston Playhouse
13130 Preston
Dallas, TX 75034 Registration: Aug 12, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
Event: Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026 |
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Looking for something different?
Clubs across the country are running Wood Paddle Tournaments to celebrate 60 years of pickleball.
No carbon fiber, no upgrades — just classic paddles and straight-up competition. Learn more -->
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Player Score Entry at Tournaments
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A new feature of PickleballTournaments for Tournament Directors is the ability to let players enter their own match scores.Â
You'll start to notice more and more tournaments using this feature, where players can enter their scores directly from their phones. No paper, no waiting, no confusion.
You’ll still get digital court assignments, and tournament staff can still jump in to help, but this can attribute to a smoother and faster tournament for everyone.
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