Author: Dax Nair
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12 Pickleball Strategies for Tennis Players
✏️ Update: October 28, 2024 If you are transitioning from tennis to pickleball, you have an edge. Core tennis skills such as ground strokes, topspin, volleys, and overheads transfer well to pickleball. The crossover is evident even at the most advanced level of pickleball. The majority of the top ten male professional pickleball players boast…
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The Santorini Allure: Here Are 4 Web Stories
When choosing an island to visit in Greece, I was faced with an array of options. Each offered a unique experience. I planned to land in Athens, spend a few days there, and then take the ferry or a flight to one of the much-talked-about islands. I quickly learned that Greece’s islands are incredibly diverse,…
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A Detailed Guide to the Top 6 Pickleball Ball Machine Brands
✏️ Update: October 28, 2024. Before dropping your hard-earned money on a pickleball ball machine, there are ten essential features that you should consider. They are portability, weight, powering options, remote control, capacity, feed rate, ball speed, oscillation, spin, and cost. Evaluate your needs and preferences before delving into specific pickleball ball machine brands and…
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10 Essential Pickleball Ball Machine Features
✏️ Update: October 28, 2024 Pickleball’s surging popularity has spurred a thriving industry around it. Beyond the basics such as pickleball paddles, balls, and nets, the ecosystem now includes training aids, dedicated facilities, professional coaching services, and vacations catering to the enthusiastic and expanding pickleball community. So, it’s no wonder that pickleball ball machines are…
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Squash Gets Picked for the Olympics 2028 – About Time!
Squash has finally made its way to the grand stage – the Olympics! After multiple past disappoints where squash was dropped in favor of sports such as kite-surfing, rugby sevens, and others, squash gets picked for the Olympics. The decision to include squash in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics was made on Monday, October 16th,…
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Exploring the Best of Athens: A First-Timer’s Guide
Visitors planning a short vacation to Greece face a challenge: What can you realistically and affordably cover in a week to ten days? There’s Athens, the capital city and home to the Acropolis. Then, there are the islands, each with uniqueness and attractions. After much research, my wife and I landed on Athens and Santorini.…
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20 Tips For Your First Trip to Greece
With its rich history, stunning landscapes, and mouth-watering cuisine, Greece is a dream destination for many travelers. Whether you’re planning a visit to the bustling streets of Athens or the breathtaking islands of Santorini, you should know some essential things to make your first-time travel to Greece smooth and memorable. The observations included here are…
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Pickleball Gift Ideas: From Stocking Stuffers to Courtside Essentials
✏️ Update: October 30, 2024 Finding a thoughtful gift for a pickleball player can be a fun challenge. Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned pro or someone just discovering the joy of the game, this curated list offers pickleball gift ideas for every player. From stocking stuffers to courtside essentials, we’ve got pickleball gift ideas…
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When You Are Trapped in an Elevator for Two Hours…
When the lights flickered and the elevator went pitch dark, I didn’t give it a second thought. The nearby Hurontario Light Rail Construction had been causing a few planned and unplanned power outages in our building. I was on my way down to the parking garage when the elevator ground to a halt. “It should…
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Pickleball Shoes for Men: 9 Top Brands You Need to Know
✏️ Update: November 01, 2024 With pickleball’s popularity soaring, so are the number of related injuries, with ankle sprains and strains being particularly common. The right gear is crucial to perform well on the court while staying injury-free. While many players focus on their paddle and attire, the right pair of pickleball shoes is often…