First Dink Foundation

Pickleball is like a never ending rollercoaster. Some days it’s like you’re on top of the world. Everything is clicking. The game just feels second nature. Other days it’s like a foreign language. I feel like I’ve struggled with this my entire pickleball career but maybe it’s just always part of the game. I will say it happens less and less than it used to. Consistency is a more regular part of my pickleball game these days but I feel like that’s why the off days feel more apparent. When I go through those days, I focus on my mental. That’s my main goal. Stay mentally tough, stay in the game, and focus on what you’re supposed to do. Don’t let doubt creep in. That’s the only way I’ve found to get past it because as soon as the doubt settles, it’s over. I’m a long way from perfecting this one. But I do think recognizing it is the first step. Being present. Being in the moment. Being in the game. That’s the key.

Pickleball is so much more than just a sport. It’s a generational opportunity. Imagine being on the ground floor when any major sport started? Being one of the first to play it. That’s what pickleball is offering. The chance of a lifetime. Make it count.