One of the things that I love best about Pickleball Kitchen is that I get to teach everyone in my local area about pickleball paddles. But what’s even better than that is that I get to see the excited and relieved faces on people after they’ve tried a paddle that …
Selkirk AMPED Epic Pickleball Paddle Review
Important note (12/08/17): Due to the feedback I’ve received on this review, I no longer consider this paddle to be for advanced players only. I won’t delete the original material that I wrote below, but considering the feedback I’ve received, beginners can use this paddle just fine. Thank you to …
PKP Ep. 012 – How To Control The Pace Of Play To Win More Games
Welcome to the 12th episode of the Pickleball Kitchen Podcast! This time, your host Barrett and co-host Jana are going to talk about something specific. Today’s topic is all about tempo and how to control it. Tempo is a measure of how much control you have over the pace of …
Pickleball Paddle Cores – Which Should You Use?
Have you ever wondered what’s inside your pickleball paddle? If you’re like me, then maybe you’ve thought about ripping open an old paddle just to see what’s inside. Believe me, you won’t find anything too interesting. But you don’t have to rip open a paddle because in this article I’m …
PKP Ep. 011 – Paddle Cores, Stress Fractures, And Lob Shots – Random Discussion Day!
It’s rambling podcast day! Barrett and Jana are back for another round of pickleball discussion, but this time, we have no plan in mind! We would love to hear your feedback about this style of episode. Feel free Topics covered: Stress fractures, shin splints, and fallen foot arches Tennis elbow …
PKP Ep. 010 – A Conversation About Pickleball Etiquette
As pickleball becomes more and more popular, knowing how to compose yourself on the court becomes an important issue. In this episode of the Pickleball Kitchen Podcast, Barrett and Jana go over some basic ideas about pickleball etiquette and why these principles are important to keep in mind. For …
Pickleball Etiquette – 9 Crucial Things To Remember
Over the past few months, I’ve written tons of articles on pickleball equipment, tips and guides on how to get started in this wonderful sport. As pickleball grows and becomes more popular, more and more people are going to be curious about the sport and want to join in. I’ve …
PKP Ep. 009 – The Benefits And Drawbacks Of The Third Shot Drive
Are third shot drives an effective strategy to use in pickleball? In today’s episode, your host Barrett Kincheloe and co-host Jana Lightfoot talk in depth about the third shot drive and why it may or may not be an effective tool to use in pickleball. We also go over the …
PKP Ep. 008 – How To Get An Easy Start In Pickleball
Today is an exciting day because I get to introduce my new co-host, Jana Lightfoot! I think the podcast is going to be much more exciting and informative with a co-host on board, so I’m pumped to have this addition. Jana is a great player from the Dallas area who …
PKP Ep. 007 – 10 Ways To Help You Be The Best Pickleball Partner Ever
Head over to pickleballkitchen.com to get more. Being a great partner is one of the big keys to success on the pickleball court. But how do you be the best pickleball partner you can? I’m going to give you 10 things to try when you’re out on the court in …


