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Pickleball for all : everything but the "kitchen" sink / Rachel Simon.

By: Publication details: New York, NY : Dey St., an imprint of William Morrow, [2022]; ©2022.Edition: First editionDescription: 196 pages : illustrations ; 22 cmISBN:
  • 0063273047
  • 9780063273047
Other title:
  • Pickle ball for all : everything but the "kitchen" sink
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 796.34/8 23/eng/20220811
LOC classification:
  • GV990 .S56 2022
Contents:
Introduction -- How it began -- Pickleball -- Courts and equipment -- Growing your game -- Strategy -- Competitions -- Going pro -- The pickleball community -- The future of pickleball -- Conclusion.
Summary: "Simon shares her fascination with the world in this lively, energetic primer for anyone wondering what in the world a dink is or why their neighbors have had a net up in their driveway since May 2020. From the history of the game to the basic rules (hint: you do not want to be caught in the "kitchen" during a volley), Simon offers a complete overview for casual and expert players alike. With easy-to-follow steps and expert advice, readers will learn everything they need to know, including information like: Where and how to set up a court ; Scoring, gameplay, and equipment ; Strategies to win at any skill level ; The difference between a dink, a drive, and a drop shot. In addition, Simon weaves in inspiring stories from the world's top players during their most exciting pickleball moments." --publisher's website.
Holdings
Item type Current library Shelving location Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode
Book Book NMC Library Stacks GV990 .S56 2022 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 33039001508356

"Setup, stories, strategies" --cover.

Includes biblographical references (pages 189-194)

Introduction -- How it began -- Pickleball -- Courts and equipment -- Growing your game -- Strategy -- Competitions -- Going pro -- The pickleball community -- The future of pickleball -- Conclusion.

"Simon shares her fascination with the world in this lively, energetic primer for anyone wondering what in the world a dink is or why their neighbors have had a net up in their driveway since May 2020. From the history of the game to the basic rules (hint: you do not want to be caught in the "kitchen" during a volley), Simon offers a complete overview for casual and expert players alike. With easy-to-follow steps and expert advice, readers will learn everything they need to know, including information like: Where and how to set up a court ; Scoring, gameplay, and equipment ; Strategies to win at any skill level ; The difference between a dink, a drive, and a drop shot. In addition, Simon weaves in inspiring stories from the world's top players during their most exciting pickleball moments." --publisher's website.

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