Category: Pickleball News
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When Gabe Tardio Rolled Into MadPicklers
There are pickleball clinics. And then there are pickleball clinics where Gabe Tardio turns up. The Facolos-sponsored pro arrived at MadPicklers in style on 17 September 2026, pulling up in his rather special ride before making his way onto the courts. It was a fitting entrance for one of the brightest young stars in the…
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Bright Ideas: Times with the JOOLA V Scorpeus 14mm and 16mm
I have a confession. I am easily persuaded by widebody paddles. Give me a generous sweet spot, some forgiveness on off-centre hits and a design that doesn’t resemble a Paddle Pop, and there’s a reasonable chance I’ll want to try it. Which brings me to the JOOLA V Scorpeus. One evening, Edmund —a man whose…
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The Second Chance: Long Yufei and the Pursuit of Better
One of the reasons I enjoy listening to and watching athlete interviews is that the conversation often goes beyond results and medals. Sometimes, it becomes a story about purpose. That was my biggest takeaway from MadPicklers‘ recent interview with professional pickleball player Long Yufei. While in Singapore for the inaugural PPA Asia Singapore tournament, Yufei…
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Dial D(ink) for Drama
They’re still at it. If you’ve been following the ongoing Anna Leigh Waters (“ALW”) versus Hayden Patriquin saga, the latest chapter did not disappoint. When most pickleball players clip a net cord and get a lucky winner, they usually raise a hand in apology. Not Hayden. He dances. And ALW, never one to let anything…
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For Players Who Can’t Count (Myself Included)
Are you constantly annoyed at social games where nobody consciously keeps track of the score? Or do you occasionally suffer from bouts of brain fog like I do and suddenly realise nobody remembers whether the score is 6-4, 7-4, or perhaps an entirely different number? If so, I may have found something useful. Introducing the…
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Welcome to the Black Parade
Black is my favourite colour. What’s boring about it? Absolutely nothing. It’s classy, timeless, and effortlessly cool. More importantly, I can wear it every single day without giving it a second thought. The same philosophy extends to my pickleball paddles. I’ve never been a fan of overly colourful designs. Brands, if you’re reading this, please…
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Crossing Continents for the Love of Pickleball
N and A were the first people who taught me the rules of pickleball and, more importantly, how to play the game. More than two years later, the married couple’s love for the sport has only grown. Like many passionate pickleball players, they travel for tournaments—not just to compete, but also to experience different pickleball…
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Singapore Has Its Own Triple Crown Winner
When people hear the words triple crown in pickleball, one name usually comes to mind: Anna Leigh Waters. That’s hardly surprising. Winning Singles, Doubles and Mixed Doubles at the same tournament is one of the toughest feats in the sport, and she has made a habit of doing it. At the recently concluded Pesta Sukan…
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The Two-Person CRBN Fan Club: Why Pickleball Buddy Nas and I Love CRBN
Are Pickleball Buddy Nas and I the only people in Singapore who genuinely appreciate CRBN paddles? That’s a question that comes up surprisingly often whenever we compare notes. When I decided I wanted the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 (“Barrage 2“), finding one in Singapore proved harder than expected. While other brands seemed readily available everywhere,…
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RPM V2 in Pink
The wait is finally over. The highly anticipated Ella Oh Signature V2 has arrived, turning heads with its eye-catching pink finish. Available in both 14mm and 16mm options, players can choose the setup that best matches their style of play. Built on RPM’s Friction Pro V2 platform, the paddle features RPM’s new Axial Carbon Layup…
