6.0 Blog

Stay in the loop with the latest in pickleball! From gear guides to gameplay strategies, the 6.0 Voxl Pickleball Blog is here to help you play smarter, improve your skills, and enjoy the game even more.

Rally Scoring vs. Traditional: What Changed & Why It Matters

A clear breakdown of rally scoring vs. traditional side-out scoring in pickleball. Learn how each format works, when you’ll use them at local courts, and how they affect your strategy.

2025 USA Pickleball Rule Changes: What Players Must Know

Explore the key 2025 USA Pickleball rule changes affecting scoring, service, and penalties. Learn how these updates impact local matches, leagues, and tournament play.

Kitchen Faults That Cancel Your Point (With Referee Examples)

Discover the most common pickleball kitchen faults and how to avoid them. Learn NVZ rules, momentum faults, and real referee examples to improve play on your local courts.

The Only Pickleball Scoring Tools You’ll Ever Need: From Paper Sheets to Pro-Level Apps

Explore the best pickleball scoring tools for local games, leagues, and tournaments, including calculators, apps, and printable sheets to keep matches accurate and organized.

Top 5 Pickleball Scoring Apps Reviewed

Review the top pickleball scoring apps for 2026 and find the best option for your local games, club leagues, and tournaments based on features, stats, and budget.

Pickleball’s First Serve Explained: What 0-0-2 Really Means

This guide breaks down one of pickleball's most confusing rules for beginners: the 0-0-2 starting score. Learn what each number means, why this rule exists to ensure fairness, and how...

Calling the Score Correctly: The 3-Number System Explained

Learn how to call the score in pickleball doubles with this comprehensive guide. We explain the 3-number system (server score, receiver score, server number), why it matters for fair play,...