Hey, it's Bob.
Most 3.5 players think they're stuck because they need a better shot.
They're not. They're stuck because they're trying to win points too soon.
This week, I published an article for players chasing 4.0:
Patience: Why Most 3.5 Players Try to Win Points Too Fast
If you've ever felt like you're "almost there" but can't quite break through, start here.
👉 Read it here.
Now let's get to today's issue.
Resources
Local Events
The Replay Club, 6600 High Ridge Rd, Boynton Beach (561) 484-7287
Replay Sports and Social Club is a place where you can compete, sweat, and socialize.
Palm Beach Gardens Tennis & Pickleball Center–All programs take place at the Joseph R. Russo Athletic Complex, 5070 117th Court North.
Paddles for a Purpose: June 26 at the Replay: Charity pickleball tournament hosted by the Palm Beach Royals. All money raised goes directly to the Center for Family Services. Enjoy food, drinks, raffles, and fun competition! Call Lindsey at 561-616-1257.
State Masters Pickleball League. Fall 2026 season now forming. www.statemasters.com.
The Palms Indoor Pickleball: Located in the heart of the Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC), we’ve created a premium, 24/7 indoor pickleball destination designed to blend community, wellness, and modern coastal style. Questions? Text Coach Will at 561.563.0446.
2026 World Pickleball Conference: June 27 and 28.
Pickleball 4aPurpose Tournament: June 13th at 1:40 PM at Diadem Pickleball Complex.
Local Leagues
The Boomer League—Boomer league finished its 5th season with the highest total number of players ever and the most teams, and now 51 communities are involved—and growing. For fall, we hope to add 6 communities and up to 14 more teams. We stand for parity in divisions to create a fun, social Thursday experience. We will be the feature of two local television segments. Thanks to all our players. And hats off to all the leagues. We all serve a purpose for this “on-fire” recreational sport. Be safe. Enjoy summer. We start again on October 1. League entry will start on August 1. And HYDRATION is imperative now!
Premier League—Join our co-ed (gender neutral) Pickleball league for players age 55 and over in Palm Beach County, including the Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Boynton Beach area. We have multiple divisions to accommodate all skill levels. Free agents, hybrid teams, and community-based teams are welcome. Our league plays Wednesday afternoons in the fall and winter seasons and SATURDAYS in our spring season (March - May)
Palm Beach County Pickleball League—The Palm Beach County Pickleball League has just completed its 10th anniversary after completing its Winter 2026 season. We are now organizing the Fall 2026 season. It remains the largest and longest-standing Pickleball League in Florida, with over 1,800 active players. We will have 12-13 divisions in the fall. Letters of “Intent to Play” will go out to all interested communities on August 1, with a deadline of September 7. The first date of play will be September 10, and the season will continue for seven weeks, culminating in the finals on December 12. Registration is now open on the website.
Pinnacle League
Your Pickleball Game Is Running a Health Test on You — Whether You Like It or Not
Most players think pickleball tests their footwork, their paddle skills, and their cardio.
It is. But it’s also testing something much bigger — something most players never think about:
Your long‑term health
And the test is happening every time you step on the court.
Not in a lab.
Not in a doctor’s office.
Not with bloodwork or a cuff.
It’s happening in your grip. Read the story.
Courtesy of SVG
Owl AI and Major League Pickleball Go Live with First-Ever AI Officiating System Powered by Broadcast Cameras and the Cloud.
7 Kitchen Strategies to Avoid Getting Crushed in Pickleball
A Clear‑Eyed Look at the “Seven Strategies” Kitchen‑Line Video
There’s nothing wrong with the seven strategies in Kyle Koszuta’s video — most of them are solid fundamentals every player should know. But that’s also the point: they’re fundamentals. Useful, yes. Game‑changing, not exactly. Read my review.
For a better plan, try my free ebook, “The 3.5 to 4.0 Transition Blueprint (5-Day Pickleball Training System).”
Why Paddle Buying Guides Get It Wrong — And What Players Actually Need
I've Tested 500+ Paddles, Here's How to Pick Yours
This YT video by Pickleball Studio is one of the more organized paddle‑buying frameworks out there, and the structure alone is a real strength — most players have no idea what actually matters, and breaking things into primary vs. secondary categories is genuinely useful. But the video also suffers from the same issue most paddle reviews do: it treats the decision like a technical audit rather than a player‑specific problem.
👇 Watch the video first, then read my breakdown.
Diadem Pickleball Complex now offers new pros and clinics!
That’s right—if you haven’t heard yet, DPC Coconut Creek is rolling out a brand-new 2026 clinic lineup featuring PPA pros Juan Benitez and Nicole Conard, alongside DPC Director Gene DeVito and teaching pros Amore Cook and Madison Henry.
With daily rotating clinics, they cover everything from beginner fundamentals to advanced, pro-focused topics—there’s truly something for every level. Additionally, DPC now hosts 4 amateur tournaments each month, in addition to its highly popular seasonal six-week leagues.
What are you waiting for? Jump on PlayByPoint and check the schedule for Diadem Pickleball Complex – Coconut Creek today. www.diadempickleballcomplex.com
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Not so humorous
Somewhere Between Practice and Competition, My Entire Game Disappears.
The Dink: 2 Inches of Flight, 1000% Effort
That’s a wrap
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One final thought: You don't have to win the point. You just have to wait until the point is yours to take.
See you on the courts,
— Bob
