Does Your Pickleball Paddle Really Matter?

If you’ve ever wondered whether your paddle is helping or hurting your game, you’re not alone. Paddle technology has evolved rapidly, and with so many options on the market, it can be difficult to separate meaningful performance differences from marketing noise.

That’s exactly why we’re hosting Pickleball Paddles 101, a live webinar designed to break down the most common (and most important) questions players have about pickleball paddles—clearly, practically, and without the fluff.

📅 Thursday, December 18th at 2:00 PM CT

👉 [Sign up for the webinar here] to reserve your spot and join the live discussion.

What This Webinar Covers

Whether you’re a newer player choosing your first paddle or an experienced competitor considering an upgrade, this session will help you understand how paddle design truly affects performance. We’ll explore how materials, shape, weight, grip size, and surface technology influence control, power, spin, comfort, and long-term durability.

Joining us is our newest team member, Joseph Sutton—a self-proclaimed “paddle nerd”, who brings deep knowledge and hands-on experience with paddle testing, customization, and performance trends. Joseph will share expert insights and help demystify what actually matters when choosing and using a paddle.

The session will also include live Q&A, giving you the chance to ask your own paddle-related questions and get answers in real time.

Questions We’ll Answer Live

During Pickleball Paddles 101, we’ll tackle topics like:

• - Does the paddle actually matter, or is it mostly player skill?

• - How do you know which paddle fits your play style?

• - A breakdown of the three predominant paddle shapes: control, all-court, and power paddles

• - Which paddle specs may help reduce elbow, wrist, or shoulder discomfort

• - What technologies genuinely increase spin—and what’s just marketing

• - Are higher-priced paddles really worth the investment?

• - How pros customize their paddles (weighting, grips, edge taping)

• - What to pay attention to when demoing paddles

• - How long a paddle’s performance realistically lasts before it “dies”

• - Can altered or overly worn paddles cause issues with rules or legality?

That final topic will also serve as a segue into a deeper conversation around paddle testing and paddle legality, helping players stay informed and confident about what they’re using on the court.

Who Should Attend

This webinar is ideal for:

• - Players curious about upgrading their paddle

• - Competitors dealing with pain or performance inconsistencies

• - Coaches, tournament players, and gear enthusiasts

• - Anyone who wants to make smarter, more informed equipment decisions

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how paddles work and how to choose one that actually supports your game.

👉 Save your spot and sign up for Pickleball Paddles 101 here.

We look forward to seeing you live on Thursday, December 18th at 2:00 PM CT for an informative and interactive session on everything pickleball paddles.