This section is for anyone who wants a front-row seat to what it really feels like to start from zero. Whether you’re also new to the game or just curious about the beginner’s mindset, you’ll find relatable moments, practical tips, and a few laughs along the way.
Learning pickleball isn’t just about drills or technique. It’s about showing up, making mistakes, and having the courage to keep going. Sid’s posts offer a rare, honest view of what that process looks like in real time.
If you’re learning too, this section is here to keep you company and remind you that progress always comes with a few missed shots and awkward moments. That’s part of the fun.
Spirit Airlines Review: Stranded by System Failure and Dismissive Staff Have you ever searched for a Spirit Airlines Review after a truly awful travel experience? That’s exactly why I’m writing this. What happened to my family and me on Sunday, May 4th, 2025, on Spirit Airlines Flight 3646 was beyond frustrating. This detailed Spirit Airlines…
Kidney Stones and Pickleball Fatigue: A Personal Wake-Up Call When you’re playing match after match and struggling to keep up, you may assume it’s just normal pickleball fatigue, Or just getting old. I certainly did. But sometimes, there’s a deeper cause, one that you never expect until it hits you like a truck. Kidney Stones….
Controlled Aggression in Pickleball: How to Stay Patient Yet Strike on Cue Modern pickleball punishes the purely passive. The average pro rally is now six shots. If you never press, opponents bank on your eventual error. Yet swinging at every ball isn’t the answer either, spraying kills momentum and partner trust. The sweet spot is controlled…
Pickleball Fatigue: My Personal Journey & Proven Strategies This past Sunday changed everything for me. I’ve known a lot about pickleball for a while, but there’s a huge difference between knowledge and real-life experience. I want to share my personal story, both the triumphs and the trials, so that you can learn from my pickleball…
Pickleball Tournament Strategy: My Personal Journey Today, I will play in just my second pickleball tournament. I remember my first pickleball tournament, like it was yesterday. An exciting, nerve-racking experience that highlighted one major lesson: whether you’re new or seasoned, having a structured pickleball tournament strategy can make or break your performance. I’ve spent countless…
Better Pickleball: The Path to Consistency and Competitive Growth I’ve long believed that pickleball brings families together. My son AJ and I shared that feeling in a new way this past weekend. AJ competed in his first Major pickleball tournament, an APP tournament in Dallas. Though he played in the 4.5 division to keep pressure…
PPA Texas Pickleball Tournament: A Father’s Letter to Awaken the Champion Within Feel the roar of the crowd. Hear your heart pounding. Feel the surge of adrenaline. This is your stage, own it. Feel the fresh bounce of the ball, hear the sharp squeak of shoes cutting across the court, and sense the electricity in…
Master Your Pickleball Serve: Pro Tips, Real Life Insights, and Winning Drills Yesterday, AJ & I drove to Mandeville to attend an exciting pickleball event at Pelican Park, after a morning of intense games and drilling refining my Pickleball Serve at Elmwood. We were there to support Taylor Garcia, a local PPA Pro known for…
How to Improve Your Footwork in Pickleball Improving my footwork in pickleball has been a challenging but rewarding journey. Stepping onto the pickleball court, I often feel a mix of excitement and determination. Standing at 6’1″ and weighing 275 lbs, recovering from an Achilles rupture a year ago has certainly impacted my mobility. After watching…
Big Boy Pickleball: Navigating the Court with Size, Strategy, and Self-Improvement Big Boy Pickleball: Standing at 6’1″ and weighing 275 pounds, I’ve always been one of the bigger players on the pickleball court. Recovering from a ruptured Achilles tendon added another layer of complexity to my game. With an upcoming local tournament for the Pontiff…