Come Play at Dinkville Under Broad at Nashville Yards
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Hey Dinkville Community,
Join us Friday and Saturday before the cold weather comes!
Don't have a partner/group? Join Open Play!
Looking for an easy way to play more pickleball, meet new players, or jump into games without needing a full group? Open Play is for you.
What is Open Play?
Open Play is designed for anyone — whether you’re coming solo, with a friend, or hoping to mix in with others. We designate courts specifically for Open Play, where players rotate in, find games easily, and keep the action flowing. It’s relaxed, social, and one of the best ways to play regularly.
When is Open Play?
• Every evening during the week
• Weekends: morning and evening Open Play sessions
CHECK DINKVILLE APP FOR UPDATED SCHEDULE
There are plenty of options, so you can find a time that works with your schedule.
How to sign up:
1. Open the Dinkville app HERE
2. Select Open Play
3. Choose a time that works for you
4. Sign up and show up ready to play
If you’ve been wanting to play more, meet other players, or just keep things simple — Open Play is the move.
Want to Play More? Get a Membership
Basic Membership — $19.99/month
• 50% off Open Play
• 25% off pickleball court reservations
• 25% off mini golf
Plus Membership — $49.99/month
• FREE Open Play
• 50% off pickleball court reservations
• 50% off mini golf
If you’re coming out regularly, these memberships pay for themselves fast. Find the option that fits your play style, lock it in, and get out there on the courts.
FREE INTRO TO PICKLEBALL ON SATURDAY
We’re hosting a FREE Intro to Pickleball Clinic this Saturday from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Dinkville Under Broad at Nashville Yards, located under the bridge at The Union Station!
If you’ve been wanting to learn the game (or bring a friend who’s pickleball-curious), this is your chance. We’ll teach the basics, get you playing quickly, and have you hooked like the rest of us before the hour’s up.
Spots are limited, so make sure you hop in the Dinkville app and sign up to reserve your place. And hey… with Valentine’s weekend here, this might just be the most fun (and competitive) little date idea in town. Come learn something new together, laugh a lot, and start a new obsession.
Dinkville is proud to be sponsored by Selkirk, and we highly recommend their exceptional products and strong commitment to the future of pickleball. Make sure to use code ADV-LHALLAM at Checkout to receive a FREE GIFT!
Today In Pickleball Brought To You By The Dink
Speeding Up from Below the Net? Don’t Aim Here
Here's a habit that feels natural but absolutely backfires against solid opponents: attacking a low ball and sending it straight at a player’s chest.
Sure, it might work against beginners, but better players have devastating counters ready. When you hit the ball right at their body, they'll inevitably punch a powerful counter back at your feet. Point, over.
We’re not going to tell you not to attack anything below net level — that’s the old way of thinking; the new meta is all about calculated and unpredictable aggression.
Yes, you can send it. But like anything good in life, the payoff requires patience and discipline.
✅ If the ball is really low, like brushing your shoelaces low, you’re probably better off dinking it back. Aim middle if you’re really in a pinch. That’s your safe zone. If you can take it out of the air still, a well-aimed lob can create a heap of chaos.
✅ If you're going to attack, find an uncomfortable spot rather than aiming directly at their torso. Think about hitting toward their forehand hip or shoulder, both spots that will force an error or a weak return.
✅ The goal here is to make them work for their counter. The point of a speed-up isn’t an instant winner, it’s a set-up for the following knockout blow.
Unpredictability is your friend in pickleball, and that includes being aggressive on balls previously considered too low to attack. Just make sure you’re attacking the right spots.
Is Your Paddle Core-Crushed?
Your pickleball paddle could very well be core-crushed. Before you roll your eyes and scroll on, hear us out.
According to Chris Olson from Pickleball Studio, this is a real problem that's been going on for years, and he should know – he's played with literally hundreds, if not thousands, of different paddles. And he plays in competitive tournaments all the time.
✅ Core crushing happens when the polymer honeycomb core of your thermoformed paddle breaks down over time. As you play more and more, the material deteriorates, and your paddle starts hitting harder and harder. Basically, as it loosens up, or crushes, the greater "trampoline effect" it's likely to exhibit.
Eventually, it can reach a point where it wouldn't pass an official certification test.
The scary part? A lot of players don't realize their paddle has this issue, so they keep using it in tournaments, none the wiser.
Here’s how to check your own paddle, right now:
- Take your paddle and press firmly with your thumbs in the very center, or slightly above center
- Listen carefully for a crackling or crunching noise
- If you hear that sound, your paddle is core crushed and needs to be retired
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Landon Hallam
Dinkville Founder/CEO