Pickleball - Lake Mills Area School District -

Pickleball

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America. Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis. LMRD offers both season and drop in passes for our pickleball players.

Where do you stand? This is what the USA Pickleball ratings are:
§  1.0 – 2.0 A player who is just starting to play pickleball and has no other sports background.

§  2.5  A player who has limited experience and can sustain a short rally.

§  3.0  A player who understands fundamentals and court positioning.

§  3.5  A player who can acknowledge the difference between a hard game and a soft game. They move quickly to the non-volley zone line. They understand when stacking may be effective.

§  4.0  A player who is able to identify and attack their opponents’ weaknesses. They are aware of their partner’s position on the court and are able to move as a team.

§  4.5  A player who understands strategy and has good footwork. They are able to communicate and move well with their partner.

§  5.0  A player who has mastered pickleball strategies. They have more efficient footwork and can easily adjust their game to their opponents’ strengths and weaknesses. They rarely make unforced errors.

§ 5.5+ A player who has mastered pickleball. They are a top-caliber player.