Pickleball
How Pickleball Players Stay Strong in the Off-Season (Without Losing Feel on Court)
Pickleball skills return quickly after time off, but strength and stability fade quietly—especially during the off-season and indoor play. Changing court surfaces place more demand on balance and footing, making...
Everyday Pickleball, Real Feedback: Scott Davis in the XRZ™
Franklin, Tennessee has one of the most active pickleball communities in the country, and Scott Davis is part of its daily rhythm. A lifelong tennis player turned year-round pickleball regular,...
The Drop In: How To Beat The Banger Shot
Most players try to slow the banger down.That’s the mistake. If your goal is to reset endlessly and force a dink rally, you’ve already lost.The banger has 22 feet of...
Why Daniel Jones’ Surgery Reminds Athletes Where Performance Begins
As Daniel Jones recovers from a season-ending Achilles injury, the conversation shifts to the foundation of performance. Guided by Dr. Martin O’Malley of the SQAIRZ Medical Advisory Board, this piece...
SQAIRZ Pickleball Becomes the First Shoe Approved by Medicare
SQAIRZ Pickleball Becomes the First Shoe Approved by Medicare Windham, NH — SQAIRZ, the performance footwear company revolutionizing how athletes connect with the ground to optimize their performance, announced today...
The #1 Indoor Pickleball Problem and How to Fix It
Indoor pickleball courts change from facility to facility, especially during the winter. Different subfloors—hardwood, concrete, and uneven gym surfaces—can affect traction, stability, and joint impact. The SQAIRZ XRZ™ Pickleball Shoe...
This Pickleball Shot Died in 2025, What’s Next?
The aggressive slice had its moment in pickleball — but with carbon-fiber paddles, faster offense, and modern counterattacks, the shot finally died in 2025. Zane Navratil breaks down why slices...
The Most Preventable Pickleball Injury Is Also the Most Common
Most pickleball injuries come from one thing players rarely talk about: falling. A 10-year clinical analysis shows over 65% of pickleball ER visits are caused by slips, trips, and lost...
The Drop In: Pickleball’s MUST-HAVE Shot
In today’s game, the wings decide everything. The best players in the world are taking over rallies from the edges — Gabe Tardio torching forehands on the right, and elite...
SQAIRZ XRZ™ Named Best Pickleball Shoe of 2025 by Pickleheads
WINDHAM, NH – November 20, 2025 – Pickleheads, one of the most trusted and data-driven authorities in the sport, has named the SQAIRZ XRZ™ the Best Pickleball Shoe of 2025,...
What is Wrist Lag in Pickleball?
In this week’s Drop In, top pro Zane Navratil breaks down one of the most misunderstood mechanics in pickleball — wrist lag. It’s the secret behind the pace, spin, and...
Us vs Your Regular Sneakers: Why Running Shoes Don’t Belong on the Pickleball Court
Most players learn it the hard way: running shoes and pickleball don’t mix. Built for straight-line motion, running shoes collapse under the side-to-side torque of the court — leading to...