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Learning the game, one dink at a time.

A running record of mornings on the court — what's working, what isn't, and the slow, patient climb up the rating ladder.

The Short Version

About This Court

I play most mornings, usually four times a week, and I'd rather win the point with placement than force it with pace. This site is where I keep track of that — sessions, small breakthroughs, the matches that taught me something the hard way.

Right now I'm playing in the 3.0–3.5 range and working toward something more consistent. If you're on a similar climb, you'll probably recognize a lot of this.

Curious what's actually in the bag? Check out the gear I use.

Recent Sessions

The Tally

Official scoring policy: every win is a team effort. Every loss was my partner's unforced error. This is not up for debate.

Austin Morning session, working the soft game — patient, placement over pace. 3.25
Santa Fe Ft Marcy Park — same steady approach, different altitude. 3.25
Chicago SPF — a road-trip session to mix up the competition. 3.25

From the Journal

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Court Details

Find Me On Court

Austin, TX
Apex Pickleball Club (Cedar Park), Pickle Ranch, Picklr Austin West, Shalom Austin — morning sessions, most weekdays
Santa Fe, NM
Ft Marcy Park
Chicago, IL
SPF
Level
3.25 DUPR, patient/placement-focused style
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