Spring is in full bloom, and so are we — with over 408,000 pickleballers now part of the PlayTime Scheduler community, we’re growing faster than a field of wildflowers after the rain! New sessions are sprouting up daily, so grab your paddle and a friend and jump into the action near you.

Whether the Easter Bunny left you something sweet or you just treated yourself to some new gear (or both, if you're really lucky!), we hope you’re soaking up every sunny, breezy moment on the courts. And hey — as much as we love new gear… nothing beats a handful of Cadbury Mini Eggs. Am I right?!

Here's what's coming up in today's issue:

🙌 Never bend for a ball again! This genius little gadget from Pickle Putty attaches to the top of your paddle so you can scoop up balls like a pro.

🕶️ Court-tested and sun-ready! Brioti eyewear's stylish shades are built for performance without sacrificing your look.

💡 PTS Tips & Tricks – All you need to know about adding and managing guests. 

🏕️ Train with the pros in stunning locations! RISE Pickleball Camps help you level up and play your best — on and off the court.

🎯 Paddle Pointers – Lob it, drop it, or regret it? Selkirk TV breaks down smart lob defense in this featured strategy video.

🔥 Meet Friday Fever: A bold new Gen 3 paddle from Friday Pickle. Read our review + grab early access!

📋 Ask A Ref – You ask, we answer! Our PTS Ref breaks down subscriber-submitted rule questions.

🔗 Want your UTR-P rating to show up on your PTS profile? Here’s how to connect it.

💸 Discount Roundup – Fresh-picked deals and rootin’-tootin’ promo codes from our favorite brands – exclusive for PlayTime Scheduler folks like you!

📖 “Pickleball: How Did We Get Here?” A fun, fast history lesson from the crew at The Kitchen.

And that's just the tip of the pickle... 

👇 Read on!