Black Barn Pickleball

10/23/2026

FUN FRIDAY 🏓🎉
(read to the end for a FUN GIVEAWAY!)

One of the things we really strive for at Black Barn Pickleball is creating a place where EVERY level of player feels welcome.

On any given week, we have experienced players who have loved the game for years, and we also get to welcome people who are picking up a paddle for the very first time. No matter where you are in your pickleball journey, we want The Barn to be a place where you can come play, learn, and have a great experience.

So for today’s Fun Friday, we want to hear from you:
What’s ONE thing you wish someone had told you the very first time you stepped onto a pickleball court? 👇
Rules, strategy, etiquette, what to bring…anything goes!

Share your best advice below. You might just help someone who’s brand new to the game...and everyone who comments will be entered to win a FREE drink from the Black Barn drink cooler! 🥤🏓

10/21/2026

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY 🍌
We think about a lot of things before we play...our paddle, our shoes, who we’re playing with, maybe even how much water we’ve had, but one thing that’s easy to overlook is how we’re fueling our body before we hit the court.

If you’re heading into a longer pickleball session, a light snack with carbohydrates + a little protein can help give your body the energy it needs without leaving you feeling weighed down.

Think banana + peanut butter, Greek yogurt + fruit, or toast + nut butter. And give yourself a little time to digest before you start playing!

A little prep off the court can make a difference in how you feel on the court. 💪🏓

What’s your go-to pre-pickleball snack? Tell us in the comments!

10/20/2026

TUESDAY TIP 🏓
Sometimes better control doesn’t come from gripping your paddle tighter…it comes from lightening up!

A lot of players hold their paddle way tighter than they need to, especially when the point gets intense. But too much grip pressure can actually work against you, making it harder to have soft hands, reset the ball, and control your volleys at the kitchen.

PRO TIP: Think about your grip pressure on a scale of 1–10 and aim for about a 4. Firm enough that the paddle is secure, but relaxed enough that your hands can respond to the ball.

Next time you’re on the court, check your grip between points. You may be surprised how much you’re squeezing! 😉🏓

Are you a tight gripper or do you keep it loose?

10/19/2026

MOVEMENT MONDAY 🏃‍♀️
Pickleball involves a LOT of bending, lunging, reaching and quick changes of direction...which means your hips are putting in some work!

Try this simple hip flexor stretch after you play:
Step one foot forward into a lunge position, gently tuck your pelvis, and shift your weight forward until you feel a stretch through the front of the hip on your back leg.

Hold for 20–30 seconds, then switch sides.

Keeping your hips mobile can help you move more comfortably on the courtand may make those low shots feel a little less far away. 😉

What is your favorite post-game stretch? Share in the comments!

10/17/2026

We would like to thank Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School for holding a team bonding experience at Black Barn Pickleball.
The laughter and joy is still lingering. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to host your event.

10/16/2026

🔥 PICKLEBALL HOT TAKES 🔥

It’s Friday, so let’s stir things up a little.

What’s your pickleball opinion that you’ll defend EVERY TIME?

Maybe it’s...

🏓 Lobs are completely fair game.
🏓 A good dink rally is more fun than smashing the ball.
🏓 Calling “OUT!” before the ball lands should be illegal. 😂

Drop your hot take below, and let the debates begin! All comments will be entered into a GIVEAWAY DRAWING for a chance to win a Life Time pickleball!

10/12/2026

Hey BBPB fam,
Get your pink on. $10 T’s

10/09/2026

Congrats Sco, Jeff Scohy

Congratulations to Head Boys Golf Coach Jeff Scohy! SWBL SW Coach of the Year!

10/08/2026

We LOVE hearing what you’re saying about Black Barn Pickleball! 🏓

So much time, thought, and research went into every detail of our facility...from the lighting and noise absorption to the court surface and footing. Every choice was intentional, with one goal in mind: creating an incredible playing experience from the moment you step onto the court.

That’s why reviews like these mean so much to us. We love hearing that the details we worked so hard on are being noticed and enjoyed by our players!

If you’ve played at Black Barn, what’s YOUR favorite thing about our courts? 👇