Contents
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PICKLEBALL
OLE'
MEXICAN
STYLE
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FROM THE USAPA
7 From the USAPA President—
Jack Thomas
8 Bainbridge Cup Trophy Goes
on the Road
9
Premier Pickleball Facility in the
Southeast Draws Rave Reviews
10
Arizona's High Country Unveils
New Pickleball Facility
USAPA Nationals at Indian Wells
25 Paddle Battle: Roddick vs. Agassi
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Introduction of National Certified
Referee Evaluation Committee
52 Recently Approved Paddles
54 USAPA Ambassador Retreat
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First Graduating Class Earns its
Diploma at USAPA University
DEPARTMENTS
In a Fix: Breathe New Life
Into Your Equipment
2 Publisher’s Playbook
19
Bling it On!
Voytek Stradomski Creates
Beautiful, High-Quality
Pickleball Jewelry for
Players
Destination Pickleball:
Pickleball Has Become an
Essential Amenity
The Rules Guru
20 Player Profile: Ann and Tom Early
23 Around the Post
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Health & Wellness: Hydration 101
58 Pickleball Canada
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VOLUME 3 / ISSUE 2
MARCH/APRIL 2018
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Biz Buzz: Spotlight on
Franklin Sports
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Around the World: Pickleball is
Taking Finland by Storm
INSTRUCTION
Super Seniors!
The Super Senior
International Pickleball
Association (SSIPA)
ON THE COVER
JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Elevating Pickleball to the Heights of Luxury
14 Winning Tips for Your Next
Tournament
26 The Slice Return
46 The Ball is Not a Dog! Tips to
Improve Your Energy—
And Your Game
62 The Importance of Being
Centered
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