The Difference Between Pickleball and Tennis
1. Sports equipment：
From the point of view of core equipment, the difference between pickleball and tennis is first reflected in the racket and the ball. Pickleball rackets are mostly made of composite materials, the weight is usually between 170-230 grams, the racket surface has no network cable, it is solid and plate-like, the design is lighter, and there is no pressure for novices to get started; And tennis rackets are mostly made of carbon fiber, weighing about 250-350 grams, and the racket surface needs to wear a network cable, which requires higher grip strength and swing skills. In terms of ball use, pickleball is a hollow plastic ball with a diameter of about 7.4 cm, with 26-40 small holes on the surface, which is less affected by the wind when flying; tennis is a solid ball with a rubber liner and fluff, with a diameter of about 6.7 cm, heavier weight, and the flight trajectory is more dependent on the strength of the shot.
For pickleball enthusiasts, it is critical to choose the appropriate equipment. For example, YUDINO's pickleball racket is made of lightweight composite material, and the curvature of the racket surface is ergonomically designed to meet the needs of pickleball to hit the ball quickly, and it can also reduce the burden on the arm for long-term exercise. It is suitable for pickleball players of different levels.
2. Sports venues：
The size and layout of the pickleball venue and the tennis court are obviously different. The standard pickleball court is 7.32 meters long and 5.18 meters wide, with an area of about 37.6 square meters. It is only 1/5 of the singles tennis court (about 195.6 square meters). A net with a height of about 0.91 meters needs to be set in the middle of the court, and there is a “non-volley area” (commonly known as the “kitchen”) near the net; The tennis court is divided into singles and doubles. The singles court is 23.77 meters long and 8.23 meters wide. The height of the net is about 0.91 meters in the middle and about 1.07 meters on both sides. No “non-volley zone” design.
The small size of the venue makes pickleball have lower requirements for the venue. Simple venues can be built in community squares, school playgrounds and even family courtyards; While tennis requires professional tennis courts, which require higher requirements for venue space and ground materials (such as plastic and grass), which also makes pickleball more popular. Advantage.
3.Exercise rules：
The rules of pickleball are closer to the novice-friendly characteristics. The first is the serving rules: pickleball needs to serve with a hand, the ball needs to land before hitting, and the serve must fall in the opponent's diagonal tee area, the serving party can only continue to serve when scoring; Tennis can use a hand serve, the ball does not need to land and hit directly, the serving party has two opportunities to serve, even if it loses points, it will not affect the subsequent right to serve. Then there is the scoring mechanism: Pickleball can only score if it serves, and the one who scores 11 points first and leads by 2 points wins; In tennis, both sides can score. You need to win 4 games first and lead 2 games for one set. Usually those who win 2 or 3 sets win, and the rules are more complicated.
In addition, pickleball's “non-volley zone” rule is unique-players cannot directly volley balls that have not landed in the “kitchen”. This rule reduces the pressure on novices to be attacked by fastballs; Tennis has no such restrictions. Players can volley in any area of the court, which requires higher reaction speed and offensive awareness.
Whether you choose pickleball or tennis, the core is to find a way to exercise that suits you. If you prefer sports that are easy to interact and easy to use, pickleball will be a better choice for you. With pickleball equipment from professional brands such as YUDINO, it can make the sports experience more comfortable; If you pursue high-intensity competition and explosive power release, tennis is more in line with your needs. Each of the two sports has its own charm, and both can add sports vitality to life.
