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Players Describe Their Dream Doubles Partner
Players seem to agree that the ideal doubles pickleball partner has a blend of skills, attitude, and energy.
But what does that blend look like, specifically? The Kitchen Pickleball has kept track of countless posts across social media about what it takes to be a truly great partner.
Here's what they found after analyzing them:
- A balance of both intensity (taking the game seriously) & positivity (but not THAT seriously) seems to be key to most partnerships in this sport; even at the expense of chemistry
- Many said they'd take a moderately-skilled partner who communicatesover an incredibly skilled partner who doesn't
- Encouragement always beats critique. Sure, some players may actually want your otherwise-unsolicited advice, but it's important to offer it in a way which doesn't assume they need it. Stay generally positive, not specifically nit-picky.
We know that for many of you, none of this will be surprising. But ask yourselves: are you really bringing this balance to the court with you consistently?
The Kitchen created a comprehensive guide to being the best doubles partner you can be. Find it here.


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