Welcome to the Pickleball 3.5 Blog

Reaching the 3.5 skill level in pickleball is an exciting milestone, marking your transition from recreational play to a more competitive game. The Pickleball 3.5 Blog is here to help you understand what it means to be a 3.5 skill level player and guide you on the journey to achieving this level.

Our content focuses on strategy, court positioning and eliminating common mistakes, helping you build a winning mindset and a solid foundation for your game.

Whether you’re just starting, striving to become a 3.5 player, or pushing your skills beyond, you’ll find practical, actionable advice. At Pickleball 3.5, we skip the fluff—no anecdotal commentary, gear reviews, or “top 5” lists. Instead, we provide clear, objective insights to sharpen your strategy and elevate your play.

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Organized by Shot and Skill Level

Navigate our content through the Blog Main Menu, covering the most important shots in pickleball.

  • The Serve
  • Return of Serve
  • The Third Shot
  • Dinking

Each section features posts tailored to two skill levels:

  • Beginner/Intermediate (2.0–3.0): Foundational concepts to build your base.
  • Intermediate/Advanced (3.5+): Advanced strategies to progress and excel.

More Than Just Strategy

We also explore:

  • Skill Levels: Understand where you stand and how to improve.
  • Rules and History: Learn the rules and regulations of the game.
  • Mental and Social Aspects: Boost your mental game and strengthen connections on and off the court.

Stay Connected and Grow

Wherever you are on your pickleball journey, the Pickleball 3.5 Blog is here to help you advance.

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