August has been hot, hot, hot! The long days have kept the courts full well into the night, and I’ve loved squeezing in those extra games under the summer sun. But between late-night play and my daydreaming of fall candles and scary movie marathons, I better be careful — “One, two, Freddy’s coming for you…” 👻

Only this time, his signature glove doesn't have blades — he’s rocking pickleball paddle fingers! Just think about Freddy as your doubles partner. Terrifying, sure… but imagine his coverage at the kitchen line!

Luckily, the only thing haunting our courts this month is the heat. And while we wait for cooler fall vibes, we’ve got this issue packed!