Inside Paddle Durability: Core Crush, Paddle Testing, and Fair Play in Pickleball
Pickleball paddle technology is evolving at a rapid pace. New materials, innovative constructions, and performance-driven designs are pushing the sport forward—but they’re also raising new questions about durability, testing, and fairness in competition.
To help players and tournament directors better understand these issues, we’re hosting an upcoming webinar with Joseph Sutton that takes a closer look at what’s really happening inside modern pickleball paddles.
Join Our Upcoming Webinar
Title: Inside Paddle Durability: Core Crush, Paddle Testing, and Fair Play in Pickleball
Date: March 18
Time: 3:00 PM EST
👉 Register for the webinar here
What This Webinar Will Cover
Paddle durability has become one of the biggest conversations in pickleball today. From core crushing in Gen 3 paddles to the rise of foam core designs, players and tournament directors are trying to understand how paddle wear affects performance on the court.
In this webinar, Joseph Sutton will break down several key topics shaping the future of paddle technology.
Topics include:
• What paddle durability actually means in today’s game
• How and why core crushing happens
• Why newer paddle constructions are harder to test
• The challenges of regulating paddle performance
• How paddle wear can affect competitive fairness
Joseph will also discuss paddle testing methods and the role tournament directors may play in maintaining fair competition.
Paddle Testing and Tournament Oversight
As paddle technology continues to evolve, testing and regulation are becoming increasingly important.
During the webinar, we’ll explore tools such as the Go/No-Go paddle testing machine and how testing procedures may help tournament directors ensure equipment remains within approved standards.
We’ll also discuss the broader question facing the sport:
What role should paddle approvals and testing play in the future of pickleball?
Live Q&A with Joseph Sutton
In addition to the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a live Q&A session.
This is your chance to ask questions directly and gain insight into the latest developments in paddle technology, testing standards, and tournament enforcement.
Don’t Miss It
If you’re a player, coach, or tournament director, this webinar will give you valuable insight into one of the most talked-about topics in pickleball today.
👉 Save your spot and register for the webinar here
We look forward to seeing you there and continuing the conversation about the future of pickleball equipment and fair play.
