Father’s Day is around the corner, and if your dad is anything like mine, he loves pickleball.

Since men are notoriously hard to shop for, I’ve compiled a list of must-haves for your pickleball-obsessed papa.

Get your credit card ready, folks, because there are some cool items to choose from.

JOOLA Ben Johns Persus Pro IV

He might as well play with the crème de la crème paddle, right? If your dad has been rocking a run-of-the-mill paddle for a while, then it’s time for a serious upgrade. It might change his whole game (for the better). JOOLA is a court favorite for a reason. If he’s the type of player that thinks he could serve like Ben Johns, he might as well have the weapon for it. 

Yobow Performance products therapeutic massage pistol

Pickleball dads might be inclined to play that extra game of singles, even though their bodies can't necessarily keep up with the 20-year-olds out there. It’s time to treat him to a little R&R with a massage gun for much needed relief. Playing pickleball several times per week is hard work, so level up your dad’s recovery game. 

Sqairz XRZ – pickleball court shoes

Is your pickleball dad still hitting the court in those ratty tennis shoes? For his own safety, and to make his fit extra sharp, give him new court shoes. These white and blue sneakers are clean and specifically designed for intense pickleball play. They’re lightweight, breathable, and long-lasting. Talk about a staple. 

SwiftNet 2.1 Portable pickleball net system

Does your dad complain about how busy his local courts are getting? Is he rambling on and on about how long the wait to play with his friends is? It’s time to get a portable pickleball net so dad can practice his drills in the driveway. This will be a gift that just keeps on giving.

Franklin X-40 pickleballs 

If your dad is the guy who owns everything – he already has shoes he likes, a paddle he loves, a bag, a portable net, and basically everything else - just buy a bucket of pickleballs. They’re useful and practical. Pick up a pack of 100 pickleballs if you really want to secure the proverbial "Child of the Year" trophy.

A trip to a PPA Tournament

If your dad has been watching Federico Staksrud and Hunter Johnson highlight reels, it’s time to buy him a ticket to a PPA Tour event. I remember when I took my dad to his first pro tournament, he was in pickleball heaven. 

The opportunity to watch his favorite pros on Championship Court was a dream come true - and great father-daughter time as well.

You could also sign up to play a PPA tournament together and make memories that last a lifetime. 

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