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Guide to Choosing the Best Padel Racket for Beginners

man in sports attire holding a padel racket
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Padel is one of the most exciting games played across the U.S today. Are you just getting started on your padel journey? That’s a great move. Choosing the best racket for beginners is crucial as it can help you level up your game and make a difference on the court. How much fun you have as a beginner largely depends on your ability to select a user-friendly racket. A great racket will always be your trusted partner that motivates you to embrace padel. This guide will explore the essential tips and recommendations to pick a suitable racket as a beginner.
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Pink Thing of The Day: Bowl of Pink Tennis Balls

Pink Tennis Balls
Photos By Gail

Well, New York City really has it all, oh yeah. And by “all,” I’m including a Pop Up, or in this case Pup Up Grooming Salon, sponsored by Klarna. The Pup-Up — which was open from October 31st to November 2nd — allowed dog owners and their dogs to get matching makeovers together. Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: Bowl of Pink Tennis Balls

Video Clip of The Week: Hooton Tennis Club, “Jasper”

Do you enjoy the Brit Pop? I sure do. I just got this clip for Hooton Tennis Club’s sublime new song, “Jasper” and I cant’ stop playing it, because it reminds me that (98% of the time) the Brits just do music better! You know I’m right. Also, I love that the video looks in places like it should be 3D even though it isn’t. With the ubiquitous chime-y guitars we’ve all come to expect and love from the Brit Pop, I also appreciate the bright snare tones and the overall low key humor inherent in this clip. As James Brown once said, “I Feel Good!”
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Cuteness Alert: Budgie Balancing on a Tennis Ball!

I seriously cannot even stand how cute this video is. Look at him go!

Match Point: That’s Hot!

Match Point
Uber-Hotties Jonathan Rhys-Meyers and Scarlett Johansson Star in Match Point

If you’re as much of a movie freak as I am and you haven’t yet seen the newest Woody Allen flick, Match Point then you simply must run out and see it immediately because this movie fucking rocks! I went in not really knowing what the movie was about beyond a basic plot thread of “British Tennis Pro meets American Actress in London” and I was completely blown away! As with movies like The Crying Game, A History of Violence and Million Dollar Baby it is really to your advantage to see this film knowing as little in advance as possible because the surprises and plot twists are delicious. Go see it and leave a comment and tell me what you thought.