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Z Sisters Pickleball

Welcome to the Z Sisters Pickleball Newsletter! Join Anne and Carrie Z as they dive into the world of pickleball from tennis, blending passion, expertise, and a zest for learning and making new friends on the court.

Week #20 For the Fun of It Newsletter from Z Sisters Pickleball

For the Fun of It - Week #20 Z Sisters Pickleball Video of the Week Pickleball Mecca? ZSistersPickleball finally made it to one of the most notable pickleball court complexes around! Get a tour from Anne Z by watching our latest video! (link) Have you been there yet? Pro Pickleball Tip Pickleball Pro Tip: Is There Only One Way to Play? The answer is no! That’s what’s fun about this game. You play how you play, and as long as you’re following the rules, there’s no “right” way to play...

Week #19 For the Fun of It Newsletter from Z Sisters Pickleball

For the Fun of It - Week #19 Z Sisters Pickleball Video of the Week How to Play Pickleball with Family and Keep the Peace: Playing pickleball with family can be a rewarding and fun experience, but it can also be challenging. The Z Sisters, experienced pickleball players and sisters, share their insights on how to navigate the dynamics of family pickleball and maintain a positive relationship. Check out their conversation here. (link) Pro Pickleball Tip Pickleball Pro Tip: The NVZ is Where...
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Week #18 For the Fun of It Newsletter from Z Sisters Pickleball

For the Fun of It - Week #18 Z Sisters Pickleball Video of the Week A New Focus Challenge: No, not another word game. Have you ever tried to hit consecutive balls using the side of your paddle? What? It has nothing to do with playing pickleball. WRONG! It can help you quite a bit. Sure it's not easy. Anne Z tried this to improve her focus and determination last week while waiting for her 10 am pickleball lesson to arrive. There were many attempts and in this video, her record went above the...

Week #17 For the Fun of It Newsletter from Z Sisters Pickleball

For the Fun of It - Week #17 Z Sisters Pickleball Video of the Week Ball Machine in Action: One criticism of the Franklin Proshot Pickleballer Ball Machine is that is SLOW. On the plus side, this is a fun little device because it's very portable and uses batteries or an AC adapter. It holds up to 15 pickleballs. Use it to practice various pickleball shots with or without a partner. Click the link to watch the video to see how to make it a better experience for your pickleball practice! (link)...

Week #16 For the Fun of It Newsletter from Z Sisters Pickleball

For the Fun of It - Week #16 Z Sisters Pickleball Video of the Week 13 Key Differences: If you come from tennis, you need to know these differences between tennis and pickleball. Some are obvious and some are subtle. See if you know what they are! Click the link to watch the video (link) Pro Pickleball Tip Dink, Dink, Dink: Some say that the DINK in pickleball is the most important shot, and the Z Sisters Pickleball duo of Anne and Carrie Z agree. Here are some important ingredients to...
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Week #15 For the Fun of It Newsletter from Z Sisters Pickleball

For the Fun of It - Week #15 Z Sisters Pickleball Video of the Week Warm-up Like Ben Johns: Anne and Carrie Z take the Johns Brothers Warm-up Drill Challenge for pickleball. Why not use a warm-up that the pros do? Click the link to watch the video (link) Pro Pickleball Tip No Running Required: Do you have compromised movement? It is possible to play pickleball without running. It may only take you three to five steps to walk from the baseline to the non-volley zone line. It's also important...

Week #14 For the Fun of It Newsletter from Z Sisters Pickleball

For the Fun of It - Week #14 Z Sisters Pickleball Video of the Week Tennis Players Becoming Pickleball Players: Tennis players start out pretty good, until they aren't good when trying pickleball. Click the link to watch the video and learn about some of the common pitfalls that tennis players face! (link) Pro Pickleball Tip Stacking: Stacking is a pickleball strategy where teammates start on the same side of the court to keep one player on a preferred side. After the serve or return, they...

Week #13 For the Fun of It Newsletter from Z Sisters Pickleball

For the Fun of It - Week #13 Z Sisters Pickleball Video of the Week Pickleball Improvement Strategy: We've all heard it: "You only get better by playing better people." But will it really help you when you lose all the time? Anne and Carrie Z (the Z Sisters) discuss why a well-rounded approach is a better way to up your pickleball game. Click the link to watch the video! (link) Pro Pickleball Tip Keep Injury-free: Pickleball's popularity is serving up fun for all ages, but with that surge...

Week #12 For the Fun of It Newsletter from Z Sisters Pickleball

For the Fun of It - Week #12 Z Sisters Pickleball Video of the Week A Tennis Pro's Transition to Competitive Pickleball: Discover the inspiring journey of former tennis champion Tracy Houk as she shares her transition to pickleball with Anne and Carrie Z from Z Sisters Pickleball. From her early days honing her tennis skills at Golden Gate Park to becoming addicted to the fast-paced, competitive world of pickleball, Tracy's story is a testament to perseverance and passion. She reveals the...

Week #11 For the Fun of It Newsletter from Z Sisters Pickleball

For the Fun of It - Week #11 Z Sisters Pickleball Video of the Week Can a tennis player learn new footwork?: Anne and Carrie Z share their pickleball expertise with their brother Mike Z, a teaching tennis pro, to help him transition seamlessly to pickleball. They emphasized quieting his feet, shortening his backswing, and mastering deep serves tailored to the pickleball court’s dynamics. Their effective tips enabled him to swiftly adapt his skills and successfully transform into a competitive...

Welcome to the Z Sisters Pickleball Newsletter! Join Anne and Carrie Z as they dive into the world of pickleball from tennis, blending passion, expertise, and a zest for learning and making new friends on the court.