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👋 Meet the Team
PickleTip is run by Sid Parfait and AJ Parfait, a father-son team blending long-form gear analysis, practical strategy, and real on-court coaching experience. AJ works directly with players in lessons and clinics, while Sid builds the guides and reviews players use to make smarter decisions.
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🆕 Latest from PickleTip
The newest reviews, strategy breakdowns, and player-focused insights from the court.
Rizen Ascent 16mm Review | Plush Control & Tuning
Rizen Ascent 16mm suits players who want a soft control window, clean resets, and a tunable frame that stays quick in hand.
Upcoming Pickleball Tournaments Near New Orleans, LA
Looking for pickleball tournaments near New Orleans in 2026? This guide rounds up 11 verified events within 120 miles, including Metairie, Elmwood, Mandeville, Baton Rouge, and Biloxi, with dates, venues, and registration links.
Cam Jordan’s Pickleball Tournament Means More Than Pickleball in New Orleans
As Cam Jordan faces an uncertain NFL future, he is still choosing New Orleans. His 2nd Annual Pickleball Tournament supports Louisiana youth scholarships and invites the local community to show up.
PPA Line Call Policy Explained: What Changed, Why It Matters, and What Comes Next
The PPA line call policy now includes post match review and fines tied to disputed calls. The change reflects a bigger shift as pro pickleball tries to strengthen trust, governance, and officiating credibility.
How We Test Pickleball Paddles (PickleTip Method)
Warmups lie. Don’t buy a paddle on your prettiest swing. Buy it on the late save you hate. Here’s how PickleTip pressure-tests paddles (blocks, resets, counters) and uses measurements to explain the results.
DUPR Reset Explained: Dates, Cost, Rules, Reliability, FAQs (2026)
DUPR Reset launches March 16 and runs through May 17, 2026. Players pay $34.99 for a risk free chance to re-evaluate their rating using only Reset period matches. This news breakdown covers the official rules, key deadlines, late registration details, what counts, what doesn’t, and the biggest unresolved question: what happens to reliability.
📍 Pickleball in New Orleans
Looking for lessons, clinics, DUPR sessions, or places to play in the Gulf South? PickleTip helps players in New Orleans, Jefferson, Metairie, Harahan, and Baton Rouge find smarter ways to learn, compete, and connect.
- Private lessons and clinics
- DUPR sessions and competitive play support
- Local court and facility guidance
❤️ Why Players Keep Coming Back
Players use PickleTip for practical coaching, clearer paddle decisions, and local experiences that feel competitive, welcoming, and worth repeating.
“AJ’s clinic fixed my drop shot. Worth the drive from Baton Rouge.”
“Sid’s paddle reviews helped me pick a winner. Played my best game the next day.”
“The DUPR event was incredibly well run, organized, welcoming, and competitive without being intimidating. I had a blast and left with a better rating and new friends.”
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These are some of the pages players use most when they want better paddle decisions, clearer rules, stronger strategy, and more confidence on court.