Kim McGuire | National Pickleball
Get a Grip!

Get a Grip!

As any player continues to grow in the sport of pickleball, one consideration to playing style and strategy is how the player grips the paddle. The most common grip is known as the “Continental Grip.” This grip can be easily categorized as the most neutral grip in...
Serve and Return: Keep It Simple!

Serve and Return: Keep It Simple!

One of the first fundamentals a player learns in Pickleball is the serve and return.  Once you have learned the basic serve, you learn can multiple different ways to manipulate your skill, which will improve your overall game.  Adding in a strategic return will...
Third Shot Drop : The Strategy Behind the Shot

Third Shot Drop : The Strategy Behind the Shot

As a beginner to intermediate player, there are many concepts you must master before advancing.  One of the most foundational tools you will utilize often is the “Drop Shot.” The Drop Shot is simply defined as a ball that is “dropped” or placed in the Non-Volley Zone...
The Great Debate: Paddle Selection

The Great Debate: Paddle Selection

Choosing a pickleball paddle is much like choosing a car. Most people will start with a budget, then look at options within that budget. From there, it is natural to prioritize what specs mean the most to you. That sounds easy enough, but the options are endless when...