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Split-Step Drills to Boost Your Pickleball Speed, Balance, and Court Positioning
Written by
Jeremy Bourgeois

Split-Step Drills to Boost Your Pickleball Speed, Balance, and Court Positioning

Check out our first tutorial video, where pro Van Damrongsri coaches Jeremy and Abigail Bourgeois through high-impact drills designed to hardwire the split-step into your game.
From Practice to Performance, Part 4: Mastering Performance Anxiety in Pickleball (The Science, Psychology, and My Personal Routine)
Written by
Geoff Bourgeois

From Practice to Performance, Part 4: Mastering Performance Anxiety in Pickleball (The Science, Psychology, and My Personal Routine)

Struggling with nerves on the pickleball court? Learn the science behind performance anxiety, how it affects your body and brain, and the 10-minute warm-up routine I use to activate flow state and overcome mental blocks. Whether you're a beginner or a competitive player, this evidence-based approach will help you calm your mind, trust your instincts, and play your best pickleball under pressure.
From Practice to Performance, Part 2: How to Play the Opponent
Written by
Van Damrongsri

From Practice to Performance, Part 2: How to Play the Opponent

Learn how to shift from just hitting the ball to truly playing your opponent. In this pickleball strategy guide, pro Van Damrongsri breaks down how to read opponents, adjust tactics mid-match, and enhance your drill sessions to train your competitive mindset to win under pressure.