What Is Box Cricket? Rules, Format and How It’s Played Indoors

Box cricket is a compressed indoor version of cricket played inside an enclosed space, netted or walled on all sides, with small teams, short innings and a soft ball. The name comes from the box itself, because the walls are part of the game. It is quick, loud and much easier to organize than a […]

Indoor vs Outdoor Pickleball in Texas: Which Should You Play?

Indoor and outdoor pickleball are the same sport under genuinely different conditions, and in Texas the gap is wide. Indoor gives you a consistent, windless, climate-controlled game. Outdoor gives you a faster ball, a harder surface and weather that gets a vote. Neither is objectively better. What changes is the season, your goals and your […]

What Is a DUPR Rating and How Do You Get One? Full Guide

A DUPR rating is a single number between 2.000 and 8.000 that describes how strong a pickleball player you actually are, calculated from the results of matches you have played. DUPR stands for Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating. It replaces the self-reported 3.0, 3.5 and 4.0 labels people throw around at open play. Those are opinions. […]

Membership Benefits at Pad & Paddle: Play Pickleball, Cricket and More All Year Round

Membership Benefits at Pad & Paddle: Play Pickleball, Cricket and More All Year Round Choosing where to play is easy. Choosing where to belong is what really matters. For players and families in Lewisville, Pad & Paddle Sports Center offers more than just court access. A membership here is about consistency, comfort, value, and community. […]

Game On at Pad and Paddle: Your Ultimate Pickleball Playground!

Game On at Pad and Paddle: Your Ultimate Pickleball Playground! Welcome to Pad and Paddle, where the spirit of play meets the paddle and every game is a chance to discover community, fitness, and a ton of fun! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your pickleball skills, Pad and Paddle is your […]

Paddle Pulse: Energize Your Game at Pad and Paddle!

Paddle Pulse: Energize Your Game at Pad and Paddle! Welcome to Paddle Pulse, your one-stop blog for all things pickleball at Pad and Paddle! Here, we rally around the courts, celebrate great shots, and spotlight why pickleball is more than just a game—it’s a lifestyle. Why Everyone is Picking Up a Paddle at Pad and […]