With March wrapping up and spring just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to hit the courts, shake off those winter vibes, and welcome the season of sunshine, sunglasses, and sweet, sweet rallies.

Spring may be showing up like a fashionably late doubles partner, but it’s finally arriving – and with it comes more court time, more community fun, and yes... more chances to show off your stylish shades. In this edition, we’re serving up everything from feature tips to eye protection – because winning points is great, but protecting your vision? Priceless.

Whether you’re chasing that winning shot or just here for the paddle banter, there’s something for everyone in this issue. Let’s play!

Also in today's issue:

📲 Never Miss a Match (or Signup) Again! Power Users can now get push notifications for play reminders and registration alerts – just one more reason to use the PlayTime Scheduler app. Learn more in our Tips & Tricks!

🤖 Train Like a Pro! Meet ERNE – the smart ball machine used by top players and coaches. Want to level up your game? Now, exclusively for PTS users, save $100 with code PLAYTIME100.

😎 See Clearly, Play Confidently. Protect those peepers in style! Brioti eyewear blends performance, comfort, and court-ready design – and PlayTime users get 10% off with code PTS10.

✨ Be in the Know! Don’t miss our latest PTS Courtside Conversations feature: "Protect Your Vision on the Pickleball Court" with Dr. Ernie Medina!

👜 Style Meets the Court. Lighthouse Sports serves up designer pickleball bags that are as functional as they are fabulous. PlayTime users get 25% off with code PTS25 – because your gear should look as good as your game!

📋 Ask A Ref is here! Ever get into a heated rules debate on the court? Certified Referee Andrea Mayorga is ready to clear things up – one tricky question at a time. 

🌀 Ready, Set, Stretch! Warming up just got way easier. We’ve partnered with Pickleball Workouts to bring PTS users free pre-game stretches – quick, effective, and made for players like you (and me too).

📊 Paddle Shape Showdown: We Have a Winner! Thanks to everyone who weighed in on our paddle shape survey! The top choice? Elongated paddles stole the spotlight, followed by Standard and Widebody. 🥳 And congrats to Elaine S. from the Greater Boston, MA region – you’ve won a free year of Power User access!

Now, sunglasses on, game face ready – it’s time to serve it up!

Let's Gooo! 👇