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Very poor video, no clothespin/clipboard demonstration

I kept growth statistics back iin 2005 to 2015 and the trend was 25% growth per year.

Who would have known 11 years ago, this sport was going to take off!

The Accidental Birth of Pickleball: An Interview with Barney McCallum Pickleball, one of the fasting growing sports in America, has an origin story filled with chance, ingenuity and friendship. For this in-depth interview, pickleball legend Norm Davis spoke with Barney McCallum, one of the creators of pickleball, in 2010 to document the early days of the sport. 1. How exactly did pickleball first come about? What inspired that initial game? (00:11) It was "strictly an accident," according to McCallum. On a rainy day in July or August 1965, the families of Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell and Barney McCallum were together for a picnic at Pritchard's cabin on Bainbridge Island, Washington. The kids were getting restless being cooped up inside, when Pritchard grabbed a ping pong paddle and whiffle ball and told the kids to go hit it around on the badminton court to give the adults some peace. The kids became engrossed in batting the ball back and forth over the badminton net. Pritchard and Dick Brown went up to check on them and became intrigued by this new game using paddles, a whiffle ball and a high badminton net. 2. So it was more of an impromptu activity to occupy restless kids than something planned out in advance? (00:58) "Absolutely nothing formal about it," confirmed McCallum. The kids were just amusing themselves by hitting the ball over the net. There were no set rules or plans to create a structured game like tennis. 3. With the high badminton net, small ping pong paddles and large whiffle ball, how did the kids manage to rally and keep the ball in play? (01:30) McCallum acknowledged it was "too small and we...broke some up with that ball." But with the badminton net up high, the small ping pong paddles worked well enough for casual rallies by the kids. 4. How did the decision come about to lower the net height more toward what is used in pickleball today? (02:12) The creators started experimenting to improve the game, trying adjustments like lowering the net since tennis nets are lower. McCallum emphasized it was all about having fun and trying tweaks to see if it improved the experience. There was no formal planning involved. 5. What was the reason behind the original serving rule that allowed one foot inside the baseline? (04:15) That adjustment was necessary because a large madrone tree was very close to the baseline. With both feet behind the end line, players would hit the tree on their backswing when serving. Allowing one foot inside gave players room for a full backswing. 6. When did the innovation of the non-volley zone line come about? How did its dimensions evolve over time? (04:58) After that first summer, as people returned to school and jobs, McCallum remained focused on the possibilities of this new game. He emphasized that the group continued tweaking the sport during the rainy off-season, gradually expanding the non-volley zone from 3 feet up to 7 feet as it became clear that it added greater variety in shots and strategies. 7. Can you walk through some of those key innovations like lowering the net height, using pickleballs, introducing the non-volley zone and allowing the double bounce rule? How quickly did that all take shape? (07:14) McCallum stressed that all those essential elements fell into place during that first year after the game's accidental birth. As they continued playing that fall and winter, the rules evolved through trial and error. By the second summer, McCallum said, "we're 99% sure now with the double bounce rule and the extended volley zone...here to stay." He noted that the non-volley zone in particular helped give the game balance right from the start. (7:59) 8. When did dedicated pickleball courts start being constructed? (08:25) While the Pritchards' cabin court remained a popular pickleball venue, neighbor Bob O'Brien built the first dedicated pickleball court on Bainbridge Island the summer after the game's invention. McCallum then constructed a pickleball court at his home nearby the following year. For years, it remained a local Seattle-area game before spreading. 9. For how long did pickleball exist just as a social activity among friends before any notion of formal competitive tournaments? (09:47) McCallum emphasized that for many years pickleball was purely a social activity. Nobody involved had any concept initially about pickleball as a commercial venture. The founders were busy with jobs and families. Pickleball was just a fun diversion that happened to bring people together. The competitive side developed gradually later. 10. Who was responsible for formally writing down the pickleball rules in the early days? Were rules debates frequent or infrequent in the beginning? (10:43) According to McCallum, the founders made quick decisions about the rules and equipment as modifications were needed. They aimed to keep arguments to a minimum and maintain the fun, social nature. He acknowledged there were some lively debates, often based around individuals lobbying for rules favoring their physical strengths. But overall, decisions came easily and organically. 11. Looking back decades later, what has allowed pickleball’s original rules and scoring system to remain so intact over time? (11:24) McCallum believes a major factor was the spirit and motivations behind the founders’ early decisions. Above all, they strove to create balance (11:29) among players of different abilities, discouraging any one strength from dominating games. He is proud that this core vision has been preserved over time and sees it as a testament to the thoughtfulness embedded in the sport from day one. 12. You successfully avoided common rule disputes like whether the ball contacted the hand or other grey areas. Was that a conscious priority? (10:57) Absolutely, confirmed McCallum. The founders deliberately designed the rules to eliminate potential arguments and keep the fun, friendly atmosphere. By declaring the hand legally part of the paddle, they headed off any debate about hand contact with the ball. This typified their overall philosophy. 13. What was the initial reaction to underhand tennis-style serves? How quickly did that get dismissed? (12:48) McCallum remembers the underhand serve being experimented with briefly on Bainbridge Island that first summer but abandoned very quickly. The tennis serve simply didn't align with the founders' vision of pickleball as a more casual social game. 14. You've emphasized balance and inclusion over rewarding strength and power. How has that shaped pickleball culture today? (12:18) McCallum believes pickleball has maintained a culture of fun and friendliness directly stemming from those early priorities. He expressed pride at seeing pickleball provide enjoyment across age groups while minimizing friction between players. For McCallum, seeing players come off the court "smiling" remains the true measure of success. In conclusion, the story of pickleball's origins is one of improvisation, experimentation and friendship. While many Hall of Fame athletes now play the game competitively, at its core pickleball remains true to the inclusive, Argentinian principles of its founders over 50 years ago. Through rare foresight, McCallum and his friends embedded timeless wisdom into the DNA of pickleball from day one.

Thanks for validating what I often do. Your reasoning is right on. The back hand is much more versatile for hitting a return ball. Although I will say that I still try to position my body so I can make a forehand return, especially on returning a service when you are at the back of the court and so have a little extra time to move into position.

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Thanks for the tips Norm. I've been doing crossovers for my backhand crosscourt shots

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Thanks for taking the time to explain!

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I understand every person that makes a video like this is trying to be helpful HOWEVER at 1.37 you state at what ever position he is in, Player B serves from that side. Totally incorrect. The score being even or odd determines which side player B will stand and which side players C and D stand.

both feet on the ground big fella!

I would like to see you try to implement the strategy of beating your opponent to the line with short serves and lobbed returns. Because of the advantage ,for the receiving team, of the two bounce rule, most of the time you will not beat the receiving team to the line especially if you do not practice deep serves. Since as the serving team, your opponent will more then likely beat you up to the net, without practicing the long third shot drop, you will not be able to even the playing field having all player at the net. So not having long transitionary shots in your arsenal is not a good choice.

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Clearly one of the best videos on the internet.

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Anyone from Mrs. Aldapa? From Bowditch

Naming the server is coaching and ilegal.

honestly 10/10

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this helped me study for school

love norm Davis tips. I always hit deep and down the middle. I played tennis the same way power power power. That is the name of the game. Thank you.

I ran into an unusual situation about a month ago. The ball was hit by my opponent from near the center of the court and it hit the net post and ricocheted back in to our court. The net post is out of bounds (these are the temporary nets). Is the ball in or out?

Terrible!

Excellent video - short and to the point and illustrated very clearly. Much appreciated.

Simple explanation!

This is tennis

Unfortunately for Pickleball, in as much as it attracts a very wide range of people, it also has inherent drawbacks. One extremely important and vital fact is proper understanding of the rules, the game technique and etiquette.Some of the stuff that I see makes me want to deny the fact that people can do that, whatever it is. Lol!

Line calls must be made right away w/o delay and backed up by your partner if they saw it too. You should not have to win the point and the debate, just the point!As far as I'm concerned, if I'm positioned over the line I'm calling, and any part of the silhouette of the ball covers the line, I will not call it out. It stands to reason if not called out, it's good or in. You do not call all the good balls, only the outs.

I'd like to see top PB players try to play Badminton. If Tennis is hard because of injury and a heavy racket, then Badminton is perfect for the more advanced players. It involves a light, strong racket that can be wielded effortlessly and provide for a great deal of creativity. Once you're good at it you're hooked for life! Just try it, if you can be patient.

can this be played singles?

hi norm do you get paid for referee pickelball?

Oh yes, where did the name "Pickleball" come from?

Great background info on a great game!

There is now a iOS app called Pickleball World Wide. Lots of good info.

I viewed the video.

I thought that said Pickleball drinking ... I'm no longer interested. only kidding of course.

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Thank you. Liked this very well, but the audio was turned up too high so his voice is distorted much of the time.

the guy was doing the back hand wrong...not the right follow thru.

This looks like an interesting game. (viewed other videos of folks actually playing) I have limited range of motion in my left shoulder...but my right is in perfect working condition. Anyone see possible issues? Please send me a msg. Thanks.

This!:) I'm having an assessment tomorrow:) This really helped

Your videos would get more views if you'd include the word "pickleball" in the titles and the tag box.

It would help if the word "pickleball" was both in the title AND in the tag line.

not really.

cool!

Jagen's statement that Mona Burnett was 39 years old was in error. Her actual age was 54 when she played in the tournament. Sorry, no scandal here.

how old did Jagan say Mona Burnett was 39, thats odd she played in the 50's during the Nationals! Do I smell a scandal !!

How old did he say Mona Burnett was, 39, thats weird she played in all the 50's events