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FITK Daily Dink - July 6, 2026

Some of the top stories moving in pro pickleball today, from The Dink's preview of the Edward Jones MLP Mid-Season Tournament in Grand Rapids to Parris Todd's breakdown of the third-shot drop-or-drive decision on Pickleball.com.

  • The Dink: MLP Mid-Season Tournament Preview

    The Dink's Erik Tice previews the Edward Jones MLP Mid-Season Tournament, running July 8-12 in Grand Rapids, where all 20 Major League Pickleball teams plus international and College All-Star squads compete in a double-elimination event for standings points and playoff positioning. The New Jersey 5s enter as the No. 1 overall seed after winning three consecutive events, with the finals set to air live on FOX on July 12.

    Read at The Dink →
  • Drop or Drive? Parris Todd Breaks Down the Third Shot Decision

    In a new instructional column for Pickleball.com, PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball pro Parris Todd breaks down how to decide between a third-shot drop and a third-shot drive. Todd explains how court position, ball height, and opponent positioning should guide the choice so players make the right call more consistently.

    Read at Pickleball.com →

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