Pickleball
Pickleball differs from tennis, badminton, racquetball, and squash with its smaller court, perforated plastic ball (wiffle-like), solid paddles, unique "kitchen"
(non-volley zone) rules, and underhand serve, creating a game focused on soft-touch dinks, strategy, and community rather than brute force, notes
Here's a breakdown of key differences:
Equipment
- Ball: A hard, plastic, perforated ball (wiffle-like), unlike tennis's felted, pressurized balls or badminton's shuttlecock.
- Paddle: Solid, composite paddles (graphite, carbon fiber, wood) that are smaller and lighter than tennis rackets, with no strings.
Court & Net
- Size: Smaller court (20'x44') than tennis, similar to badminton.
- Kitchen (Non-Volley Zone): A 7-foot zone on each side of the net where players cannot stand and volley the ball, preventing smashing and promoting softer play.
- Net: Lower than a tennis net.
Gameplay & Rules
- Serve: Must be hit underhand, diagonally into the opponent's service box.
- Two-Bounce Rule: The ball must bounce once on each side before either team can volley it.
- Volleys: Cannot be hit from within the kitchen.
- Scoring: Only the serving team can score points, usually to 11, winning by two
Strategy
- Focus: Emphasizes finesse, control, and strategic "dinking" (soft shots) near the kitchen rather than power.
- Accessibility: Easier to learn for beginners and gentler on joints due to smaller court and slower ball, making it great for all ages
** Source: Google Search / www.kiwipickleball.com
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