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December 9, 2025

Pickleball Singles Rules: Scoring, Serving, and Strategy Guide

Pickleball Singles Rules: The Complete Guide to Scoring, Serving, and Smart Singles Play The surge of interest in pickleball has brought more players to singles than ever before. But if...

December 9, 2025

Pickleball Singles Rules: Scoring, Serving, and Strategy Guide

Pickleball Singles Rules: The Complete Guide to Scoring, Serving, and Smart Singles Play The surge of interest in pickleball has brought more players to singles than ever before. But if...

December 9, 2025

Best Tennis Racquets for Beginners: The Ultimate 2025 Buyer’s Guide

Best Tennis Racquets for Beginners: Your Ultimate Guide to Hitting the Court Walking into a tennis pro shop or browsing an online retailer can feel a bit like trying to...

December 9, 2025

Best Tennis Racquets for Beginners: The Ultimate 2025 Buyer’s Guide

Best Tennis Racquets for Beginners: Your Ultimate Guide to Hitting the Court Walking into a tennis pro shop or browsing an online retailer can feel a bit like trying to...

December 5, 2025

5 common mistakes pickleball players make

Let's break down 5 of the most common mistakes pickleball players make—and some quick tips to help you avoid them.

December 5, 2025

5 common mistakes pickleball players make

Let's break down 5 of the most common mistakes pickleball players make—and some quick tips to help you avoid them.

December 3, 2025

The best health benefits of playing pickleball

Pickleball, the sport that combines tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, continues to be one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. But pickleball is more than just a fun pastime....

December 3, 2025

The best health benefits of playing pickleball

Pickleball, the sport that combines tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, continues to be one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. But pickleball is more than just a fun pastime....

November 24, 2025

UTR Rating Top 10 year-end 2025 women's tennis players: Rybakina lands on top [November 2025]

The Top 10 ranking of the best women’s players in the world is set in stone until the new year...

November 24, 2025

UTR Rating Top 10 year-end 2025 women's tennis players: Rybakina lands on top [November 2025]

The Top 10 ranking of the best women’s players in the world is set in stone until the new year...

Jannik Sinner celebrates his 2025 Nitto ATP Finals victory

November 24, 2025

UTR Rating Top 10 year-end 2025 men's tennis players: Sinner, Alcaraz, Djokovic [November 2025]

The Top 10 men's tennis players by UTR Rating are...

November 24, 2025

UTR Rating Top 10 year-end 2025 men's tennis players: Sinner, Alcaraz, Djokovic [November 2025]

The Top 10 men's tennis players by UTR Rating are...

November 17, 2025

Expert Guide: The Best Tennis Shoes for Hard Courts

The Best Tennis Shoes for Hard Court: Fit, grip, support, and durability explained Hard courts are the workhorse of tennis—fast, predictable, and widely available. They’re also unforgiving. If you want...

November 17, 2025

Expert Guide: The Best Tennis Shoes for Hard Courts

The Best Tennis Shoes for Hard Court: Fit, grip, support, and durability explained Hard courts are the workhorse of tennis—fast, predictable, and widely available. They’re also unforgiving. If you want...

November 13, 2025

Tennis Forehand Grip Guide: Eastern, Semi‑Western, Western explained

Tennis Forehand Grip Guide: Find your best grip for power, spin, and control Ask five coaches how to hold the racket on your forehand and you might hear three different...

November 13, 2025

Tennis Forehand Grip Guide: Eastern, Semi‑Western, Western explained

Tennis Forehand Grip Guide: Find your best grip for power, spin, and control Ask five coaches how to hold the racket on your forehand and you might hear three different...

Player and coach at the UTR Sports College Showcase.

November 11, 2025

Players, coaches reflect on impact of UTR Sports College Showcase

Earlier this month, the UTR Sports College Showcase brought 45 junior players and 22 coaches together for three days of action in Rome, Ga. Held at the Rome Tennis Center...

November 11, 2025

Players, coaches reflect on impact of UTR Sports College Showcase

Earlier this month, the UTR Sports College Showcase brought 45 junior players and 22 coaches together for three days of action in Rome, Ga. Held at the Rome Tennis Center...

November 4, 2025

How to play pickleball: Top 10 pickleball rules for beginners

Excited to get started with pickleball but not sure how to begin? Here's a helpful guide to get you on the court sooner. How to play pickleball: Top 10 pickleball...

November 4, 2025

How to play pickleball: Top 10 pickleball rules for beginners

Excited to get started with pickleball but not sure how to begin? Here's a helpful guide to get you on the court sooner. How to play pickleball: Top 10 pickleball...

NAIA Champions pose with trophies in Rome.

November 3, 2025

NAIA, NJCAA and Flex League singles champions crowned in Rome

The first-ever UTR Sports Tennisfest took over Rome, Ga. for three days of non-stop junior, college, and adult tennis. All held at the Rome Tennis Center at Berry College from...

November 3, 2025

NAIA, NJCAA and Flex League singles champions crowned in Rome

The first-ever UTR Sports Tennisfest took over Rome, Ga. for three days of non-stop junior, college, and adult tennis. All held at the Rome Tennis Center at Berry College from...

October 27, 2025

Pickleball Kitchen Rules: Clear guide, examples, and pro tips

Pickleball Kitchen Rules Explained: The Non-Volley Zone made simple Few topics spark more sideline debates than the kitchen in pickleball. Whether you’re new to the game or already addicted to...

October 27, 2025

Pickleball Kitchen Rules: Clear guide, examples, and pro tips

Pickleball Kitchen Rules Explained: The Non-Volley Zone made simple Few topics spark more sideline debates than the kitchen in pickleball. Whether you’re new to the game or already addicted to...

October 20, 2025

Best Shoes for Pickleball: Features, fit, and pro tips

The Best Shoes for Pickleball: Features, Fit, and Real-World Tips to Move Better and Play Longer Picking the right footwear might be the most underrated performance upgrade in pickleball. Whether...

October 20, 2025

Best Shoes for Pickleball: Features, fit, and pro tips

The Best Shoes for Pickleball: Features, Fit, and Real-World Tips to Move Better and Play Longer Picking the right footwear might be the most underrated performance upgrade in pickleball. Whether...

October 20, 2025

Tennis Serve Grip: Master the Continental for power, spin, control

Tennis Serve Grip: Master the Continental for power, spin, and control The serve sets the tone of every point. It can hand you free points, protect your second serve under...

October 20, 2025

Tennis Serve Grip: Master the Continental for power, spin, control

Tennis Serve Grip: Master the Continental for power, spin, and control The serve sets the tone of every point. It can hand you free points, protect your second serve under...

October 15, 2025

Kick Serve in Tennis: Technique, Toss, Drills, and Pro Tips

Mastering the Kick Serve in Tennis: Technique, Toss, Drills, and Match-Day Strategy There’s a reason the kick serve is a favorite among college players and pros alike: it’s reliable under...

October 15, 2025

Kick Serve in Tennis: Technique, Toss, Drills, and Pro Tips

Mastering the Kick Serve in Tennis: Technique, Toss, Drills, and Match-Day Strategy There’s a reason the kick serve is a favorite among college players and pros alike: it’s reliable under...

October 8, 2025

Tennis Footwork Drills: Proven Routines to Move Faster and Win

Tennis Footwork Drills: The Complete Guide to Moving Faster, Smarter, and Winning More Ask any coach what separates good players from great ones and you’ll hear the same answer again...

October 8, 2025

Tennis Footwork Drills: Proven Routines to Move Faster and Win

Tennis Footwork Drills: The Complete Guide to Moving Faster, Smarter, and Winning More Ask any coach what separates good players from great ones and you’ll hear the same answer again...

September 23, 2025

Pickleball Court Dimensions: Official Measurements, Layout, and Setup Guide

Pickleball Court Dimensions and Layout: The Complete Guide for Players, Clubs, and Builders Pickleball’s surge has reshaped parks, clubs, and community centers across the country. With new courts popping up...

September 23, 2025

Pickleball Court Dimensions: Official Measurements, Layout, and Setup Guide

Pickleball Court Dimensions and Layout: The Complete Guide for Players, Clubs, and Builders Pickleball’s surge has reshaped parks, clubs, and community centers across the country. With new courts popping up...

September 23, 2025

Pickleball Singles Strategy: Tactics, Drills, and Match Plans

Pickleball Singles Strategy: A Complete Guide to Outsmart and Outlast Your Opponent Pickleball singles rewards players who blend smart tactics, purposeful footwork, and shot discipline. Unlike doubles—where the kitchen battles...

September 23, 2025

Pickleball Singles Strategy: Tactics, Drills, and Match Plans

Pickleball Singles Strategy: A Complete Guide to Outsmart and Outlast Your Opponent Pickleball singles rewards players who blend smart tactics, purposeful footwork, and shot discipline. Unlike doubles—where the kitchen battles...

September 19, 2025

Buyer’s Guide: Best Tennis Racquets for Intermediate Players

There is no single “best” frame for everyone—but there are clear guardrails that narrow your search fast — UTR Sports explains each decision step-by-step, with practical ranges and examples you...

September 19, 2025

Buyer’s Guide: Best Tennis Racquets for Intermediate Players

There is no single “best” frame for everyone—but there are clear guardrails that narrow your search fast — UTR Sports explains each decision step-by-step, with practical ranges and examples you...

Aryna Sabalenka wins the 2025 US Open women's singles title

September 8, 2025

By The Numbers: Aryna Sabalenka Beats Amanda Anisimova in 2025 US Open Women's Singles Final

The 27-year-old Sabalenka beat American Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 7-6(3) to become the first women’s singles player to repeat as US Open champion since Serena Williams more than a decade ago,...

September 8, 2025

By The Numbers: Aryna Sabalenka Beats Amanda Anisimova in 2025 US Open Women's Singles Final

The 27-year-old Sabalenka beat American Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 7-6(3) to become the first women’s singles player to repeat as US Open champion since Serena Williams more than a decade ago,...

September 8, 2025

By the Numbers: Alcaraz Tops Sinner in 2025 US Open Final

The men’s 2025 US Open wrapped up on Sunday afternoon with Alcaraz defeating Sinner, 6–2, 3–6, 6–1, 6–4, cementing his place at the top of the US Open tennis stage.

September 8, 2025

By the Numbers: Alcaraz Tops Sinner in 2025 US Open Final

The men’s 2025 US Open wrapped up on Sunday afternoon with Alcaraz defeating Sinner, 6–2, 3–6, 6–1, 6–4, cementing his place at the top of the US Open tennis stage.

September 3, 2025

Rally scoring vs. traditional scoring in pickleball

Pickleball, the fast-paced paddle sport that continues to rapidly grow in popularity offers different scoring systems to choose from. Among these, rally scoring and traditional scoring (also known as side-out...

September 3, 2025

Rally scoring vs. traditional scoring in pickleball

Pickleball, the fast-paced paddle sport that continues to rapidly grow in popularity offers different scoring systems to choose from. Among these, rally scoring and traditional scoring (also known as side-out...