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18 Jul 2023

‘The Little Mermaid’ Is Ready to Splash Its Way Onto Prime Video & Other Digital Platforms: How to Watch from Home

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The Little Mermaid is swimming towards a digital release! Disney’s live-action adaptation of the classic mermaid tail will be available to on Prime Video and other digital platforms starting July 24, per Amazon.

THE LITTLE MERMAID

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A modern reimagining of the fairytale, The Little Mermaid, stars Halle Bailey as Ariel, a spirited mermaid who swims to shore (against her father’s wishes), saves a prince from drowning, and makes a deal with a sea witch, Ursula, to become human. Jonah Hauer-King plays Ariel’s love interest, Prince Eric.  

Melissa McCarthy stars as Ursula and Javier Bardem plays King Triton, Ariel’s father and Ursula’s estranged brother. Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina and Jacob Tremblay round out the cast as Ariel’s friends Sebastian, Flounder and Scuttle.

The Little Mermaid debuted in theaters over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Since its May release, the Rob Marshall-directed movie has raked in more than $550 million worldwide becoming the seventh-biggest film of 2023. It’s unclear when The Little Mermaid will be released on Disney+.

In the meantime, audiences will officially be able to stream The Little Mermaid on Prime Video ($19.99) starting next Monday, July 24, at 9:00 p.m. PT. The movie will also be available on other digital platforms like Apple TV.

Prime Video has a large roster of entertainment — including a ton of movies streaming free for Prime members, movies that you can buy and rent including blockbuster hits such as The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3. and John Wick 4.

The Little Mermaid joins other Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse, Babylon: The Road Home, Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1, Joy Ride, Insidious: The Red Door and other new movies that you can pre-order on Prime Video and stream from anywhere.

The Little Mermaid (Includes Bonus Content)

$19.99 (pre-order)

The Little Mermaid will be released on Blu-ray/DVD ($24.99) on Sept. 19, according to Target. The Blu-ray includes the theatrical release and a singalong version of the movie. Fans will also be able to peek inside the making of the film with behind-the-scenes footage showcasing how the swimming sequences were filmed, song breakdowns and more.

The Little Mermaid Collectible Steelbook Edition ($29.99), which is available exclusively at Best Buy and includes a 4K Ultra-HD Blu-ray and a digital copy of the movie, drops on Oct. 3 (click here to pre-order from Best Buy).

The Blu-ray/DVDs is currently available at Walmart and Target, and Barnes & Noble. Pre-order below.

The Little Mermaid Collectible SteelBook Edition ($29.99), which is available exclusively at Best Buy and includes a 4K Ultra-HD Blu-ray and a digital copy of the movie, drop on Oct. 3 (click here to pre-order from Best Buy).

17 Jul 2023

Prada Sunglasses Sale: Save Up to 55% Off the Trendy Rectangular Shades That Everyone Loves

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Your favorite Prada shades are on sale! Prada’s viral and über stylish symbole sunnies retail for as much as $520, but if you’re looking for a great deal, they’re currently on sale at Amazon and other major retailers.

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Missed the Prime Day sale on Prada sunnies? No worries! Save up to 55% off Prada 17 WS Rectangle Sunglasses at Amazon, plus free shipping for Prime members. The grey lens sunglasses are a hot commodity and if you move fast enough, you can snag them for less than $200.

The price could go back up any minute now, so the sooner you buy, the better chance you have of getting in on this Amazon deal.

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Prada PR 17WS 1AB5S0 Black Plastic Rectangle Sunglasses Grey Lens

$195.00 $433.00 55% OFF

From the runways to red carpets and everywhere in between, celebs like Rihanna, Justin and Hailey Beiber, Tinashe, Miley Cyrus, Olivia Rodrigo, Travis Scott, Bad Bunny and more have all been spotted out in Prada sunglasses.

Furthermore, Prada sunglasses have snagged more than 45 million views on TikTok alone. Add that to a healthy amount of social media posts, Reddit threads and positive customer reviews, and it’s no wonder why Prada is hotter than ever.

Prada sunglasses come in various shapes in sizes, but the rectangular shades are probably the most popular right now. According to the product description, the acetate sunglasses feature an oversized, geometric design and of course, the signature Prada triangle logo on the sides.  

The Prada shades are also available at retailers such as EZ Contacts ($256.14), FarFetch ($250), GlassesUSA ($358.80), Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom ($433).

If you’re budget is a bit tighter, there are a ton of dupes for Prada’s rectangular sunglasses including these ASOS sunglasses ($14.50), Aire Ceres V2 Sunglasses ($39) and Le Specs Unreal 55mm rectangle sunglasses ($75).

Click here for a longer roundup of sunglasses that are on sale.

17 Jul 2023

Lindsay Lohan Gives Birth to First Child With Husband Bader Shammas

Lindsay Lohan is a mom! The singer-actress has given birth to her first child with husband Bader Shammas, her rep confirms to Billboard.

The newborn is a “beautiful, healthy son named Luai,” the rep says. “The family is over the moon in love.”

The actress first announced her surprise pregnancy in March. At the time, she shared a photo of a white onesie featuring the words “coming soon,” and tagged financier Shammas in the post. “We are blessed and excited!” she captioned the post.

After announcing that the couple was expecting, the actress said in a statement to TMZ, “We are very excited for our new family member to arrive and we are looking forward to this next chapter of our lives!”

Days before giving birth, the “Rumors” singer showed off her baby bump and the little one’s nursery. In snaps in an Instagram carousel post, the star — glowing in a long, white knit dress, her hand on her bump — stands in front of a brown and white crib. The nursery walls are painted in a beachy theme, with a sailboat on the blue water, birds flying and the sun shining. “So excited to show you my nursery & the collection I designed with @nestigbaby! Everything is inspired by the beach and is so peaceful and playful ?,” she captioned her post.

Lohan and Shammas announced their engagement in November 2021, and confirmed In July 2022 that she was married. “You found me and knew that I wanted to find happiness and grace, all at the same time,” the Freaky Friday actress captioned a photo of the couple at the time. “I am stunned that you are my husband. My life and my everything. Every woman should feel like this everyday.”

17 Jul 2023

Ariana Grande & Dalton Gomez Split After 2 Years of Marriage: Reports

Thank u, next? Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez have separated after two years of marriage, according to multiple reports.

According to TMZ, who was first to report the news, the couple has been separated since January and are planning to legally end their marriage. People also reports that the pair went their separate ways earlier this year.

Billboard has reached out to Grande’s reps for comment.

The singer-actress has been in the U.K. filming the Wicked movies, and was spotted at Wimbledon on Sunday (July 16) in London without her wedding ring. In photos from the tennis championship, her fingers are bare as she sits next Andrew Garfield, Tom Hiddleston and her Wicked co-star Jonathan Bailey.

The singer and the 27-year-old luxury real estate broker wed in a private ceremony in May 2021 after getting engaged in December 2020, about 10 months after they were first spotted together in February that year. Gomez also appeared in the music video for “Stuck With U,” Grande’s lovey-dovey mid-pandemic collaboration with Justin Bieber.

The two kept their relationship mostly private, though Grande would occasionally share snaps of their life together on Instagram, including one Valentine’s Day post showing off their glamorous date night looks. The last time she posted a picture of Gomez was in November 2022.

Prior to their reported split, they attempted to reconcile without success. TMZ, People and Entertainment Tonight also report that Grande and Gomez remain friends, and talk regularly over the phone.

The R.E.M. Beauty founder was previously engaged to Pete Davidson, though she and the comic called it quits in 2018. She’s also been linked to Big Sean and Mac Miller, who passed away in September 2018.

13 Jul 2023

Travis Barker Celebrates 30th Flight Since 2008 Crash, Credits Kourtney Kardashian’s ‘Healing Love’

2023 is the year of milestones for Travis Barker. Not only are he and wife Kourtney Kardashian eagerly awaiting the arrival of their first child together, the Blink-182 drummer is also celebrating his 30th flight since a devastating 2008 crash altered his life forever.

“Just flew for the 30th time since my plane crash,” the Grammy-nominated artist posted Wednesday on Threads. “Wouldn’t be able to tour or enjoy life again the way I do without the healing love of my amazing wife. I love you.” The Kardashians star returned the love, reposting her husband’s testimony and adding “So proud of my husband.” Barker and Kardashian married in May of last year after just over a year of dating.

In September 2008, a plane carrying Barker, Adam “DJ AM” Goldstein and four other passengers crashed during take-off, killing all aboard except for Barker and Goldstein. The following year, Goldstein died of an accidental drug overdose, leaving Barker, who always had a fear of flights, as the sole remaining survivor of the fatal crash. The drummer had burns on 65% of his body and spent 11 weeks in the hospital following the crash. Barker now suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder, and he did not fly on a plane again until 2021, a few months after he met then-girlfriend Kourtney Kardashian.

The couple will soon see their dynamic evolve once their baby boy arrives. On June 18, the eldest Kardashian sister posted a picture of Barker playfully drumming on her pregnant belly with the caption “Overwhelmed with gratitude and joy for God’s blessing and plan.”

Click here to read Barker’s post.

11 Jul 2023

Cordae & Naomi Osaka Welcome Baby Girl: Report

Congratulations are in order for Grammy-nominated rap star Cordae and tennis champion Naomi Osaka. On Tuesday (July 11), the couple welcomed their first child together, a baby girl, People reports.

The couple first announced that they were expecting back in January. “Can’t wait to get back on the court but here’s a little life update for 2023,” Osaka wrote in an Instagram caption for a photo of her sonogram. By June, the four-time Grand Slam singles champion confirmed that she was expecting a baby girl, via Instagram, sharing photos from her princess-themed baby shower.

Although Osaka has been absent from the 2023 tennis season, the star athlete vowed to return in 2024. In the same post in which she announced her pregnancy, she wrote, “The past few years have been interesting to say the least, but I find that it’s the most challenging times in life that may be the most fun.” She continued, “2023 will be a year that’ll be full of lessons for me and I hope I’ll see you guys in the start of the next one cause I’ll be at [the Australian Open] 2024.”

Cordae recently earned his highest-charting Billboard Hot 100 entry yet with “Doomsday” (with Lyrical Lemonade and Juice WRLD), which peaked at No. 58 on the chart dated July 8. On the Billboard 200, both of his solo studio albums — 2019’s The Lost Boy and 2022’s From a Birds Eye View — peaked at No. 13.

Cordae and Osaka confirmed they were dating in the summer of 2019.

Throughout her career, Osaka has been an activist as much as she’s been an athlete, from condemning Asian hate to advocating for mental health. In March, the Olympian partnered with Modern Health for a collection of children’s meditations. “I would say for me, I just want to be the best version of myself,” she told People. “Obviously, I’ve never been a mother before so I’m taking it day-by-day and just trying to be someone that my son or daughter will be proud of.”

11 Jul 2023

No Cable? Here’s How You Can Watch Wimbledon Online for Free

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Ready for Wimbledon? The tournament is heating up with Atlanta native, Christopher Eubanks, who became the first American male to reach the quarterfinals in more than a decade.

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Tennis star and five-time Wimbledon champion, Venus Williams, lost the first round last week while another big name in the sport, Novak Djokovic, returns to the court Tuesday (July 11). Djokovic, 36, is slated to face off against Andrey Rublev, 25. Other matches scheduled for Tuesday include Jannik Sinner vs. Roman Safiullin and Jessica Pegula vs. Marketa Vondrousova.

See the full Wimbledon schedule here.

Wimbledon’s grand slam takes place from July 3-16. Like last year, fourth round singles matches are spread across two days, while the Gentlemen’s and Ladies’ singles matches will be mixed through the quarterfinals.

Read on for ways to watch Wimbledon without cable.

How to Stream Wimbledon Matches Without Cable

Wimbledon is held in London, but if you’re in the U.S., matches usually start at 6:00 a.m. ET. Click here for additional scheduling details.

Cord cutters can stream Wimbledon on ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes via platforms that carry live television such as Direct TV, Sling TV, Fubo, Vidgo, and Hulu + Live TV. ABC will broadcast coverage of certain matches. You can also stream Wimbledon coverage on ESPN+ in addition to documentaries and more.

ESPN+ $9.99/month

If you’re interested in a nice streaming deal, Sling is discounted as low as $15 for the first month, down from $40 a month.

DirectTV Stream starts at $74.99/month for access to 75+ cable and local channels. Watch all your favorite sports championships, games and more for one low price, plus a few extra benefits.

Not only can you stream for free for the first five days, but you can get Max, Showtime, Starz and Cinemax for free for the first three months when you subscribe to the Ultimate Plan ($109.99). But if you want those channels included free, subscribe to the Premier Plan ($154.99/month). And for viewers streaming from outside of the U.S., ExpressVPN works with several platforms.

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Direct TV’s Choice streaming plan comes with over 105 channels including ESPN, Nickelodeon, HGTV, MTV, BET, VH1, MLB Network, college sports networks and more. The Ultimate plan includes over 140 channels, the Premier package has over 150 channels and the cheapest streaming packages: Entertainment and Optimo Más (which includes English and Spanish channels) costs $75 a month for 75+ channels.

Need more streaming options? Hulu + Live TV is another solid and affordable choice, but you won’t get a free trial or discount when you join. That said, subscriptions start at $74.99 a month to stream over 75 channels, plus you’ll get access to ESPN+, Hulu and Disney+.

07 Jul 2023

The 30 Best Prime Day Alternatives to Shop Right Now: Walmart, Nordstrom, Best Buy & More

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Amazon Prime Day is one of the biggest online sales of the year, but there are plenty of other alternative sales to shop as well. Although Prime Day 2023 starts July 11, several retailers are offering competing sales, some of which run throughout the month.

For bargain hunters who have been waiting all year to score deep discounts on essentials  — and maybe even a few items worth splurging on — we’ve collected a list of some of the better Prime Day alternatives floating online. We’ll be updating this story throughout next week, so be sure to check back for additional deals and promos as they become available.

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Prime Day 2023: These Are the Best Tech Deals to Shop Right Now

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Target:  From 7/9-7/15, customers can shop Target Deal Days it’s biggest sale of the season. Enjoy nearly a week of deals on thousands of items, including electronics, beauty, home, apparel, toys, food and beverage, plus BOGO deals and discounts on furniture, fashion, bedding and more.

Nordstrom: The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale doesn’t start until July 17, but previews launched July 3 and select shoppers can shop the sale starting on July 13. The sale will feature hundreds of deals on top brands like Adidas, Nike, Dyson, Coach, Ugg, Le Creuset, Birkenstock, Herschel Supply Co., Dagne Dover and more.

Walmart: Happy Walmart+ week! The retail giant will be launching tons of new rollbacks on thousands of items next week, which includes deals that you can shop now such as 50% off the Walmart+ annual membership and tech deals like this Samsung’s Galaxy 4 watch, which is 47% off. Walmart+ members get early access to Walmart+ Week deals starting July 10. Shop additional deals here.

Kohl’s: Mix, match and save with this epic deal for up to 70% off clearance items, up to 60% off in store and online and an additional 20% with code: YOUR20 (offer ends 7/9).

Best Buy: Looking for deals on electronics and appliances? Find them on sale at Best Buy! From now until July 12, shoppers can save up to 40% off appliances like this GE 4.5 Cu. Ft. Top Load Washer ($549.99/reg. $719.99). Shop additional appliance deals here and electronics such as TVs, speaker and more here.

Coach Outlet: Up to 70% off clearance items while supplies last. Over at Coach, shoppers can save 50% on sale items. No promo code needed.

Dell: Black Friday in July! Save up to $500 off top-selling Inspirion, XPS, Vostro and Alienware PCs and accessories.

Nasty Gal: Up to 60% off everything, save an extra 25% on the app and 25% off swimwear with code: DIVE20. 

Neiman Marcus: Up to 50% off shoes, handbags, men’s and women’s clothing, jewelry, shoes, accessories and beauty products starting at $3.  

Macy’s: Save up to 70% off Black Friday in July specials and 25% off select clearance items (use code: JULY, offer ends 7/12). Some of the deals included: 40%-50% off shoes and sandals, 60% off swimwear, 50% off menswear from I.N,C. and Club Room, 50% off dresses (online only). Plus, 30%-50% off beauty and fragrances and 65% off jewelry.

Farfetch: Save up to 60% off select sale items.

Sephora: Shop and save on must-have beauty items including up to 50% off top skincare products (offers ends 7/18). Save $100 on the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer (offer ends 7/8), and enjoy free gifts with purchase (on select items) and free shipping for Beauty Insiders.

Ulta: Buy one get one 50% off on hundreds of items during the Big Summer Beauty Sale which ends July 15. Enjoy 30% off select skincare, weekly deals up to 40% off, buy one get one 50% off deals and more. Shop the sale here.

NYX: Up to 20% off sitewide + two free gifts with purchase of $45+.

Saks 5th Avenue: Designer deals up to 70% off luxury brands such as MCM, Tory Burch, Rhude, Carolina Herrera, Ferragamo, Dolce & Gabanna, Off-White, Burberry, Givenchy, Zimmerman, Alice + Olivia, Versace, and more.  

GlassesUSA: Buy one get one free sunglasses and eyeglasses + free shipping with code: BOGO.

Huckberry: Save up to 35% off swimwear. Shoppers will find shoes, shorts, shirts, hats and other sale items starting as low as $7.

Gap: Save up to 75% off select styles. You’ll also find up to 75% off at Old Navy, Banana Republic and Athleta.

Kate Spade Surprise: Get an extra 15% off when you shop clearance items (use code: EXTRA15).

Everlane: Save up to 60% off summer markdowns.

Wayfair: Save up to 60% and shop 24-hour flash deals.

4Moms: Save 10% off when you spend $199 or more with code: 4MOMS10 (exclusions apply). Fid more details here.  

Nike: Up to 40% off sale items.

REI: Up to 50% off camping gear, clothing, bikes and more.

Le Creuset: Up to 35% off stainless and nonstick cookware. Offer ends 7/15.

ASOS: Up to an extra 30% off already discounted outlet items with code: MYSTERY.

New Balance: Get up to 30% off during the end of season event.

J. Crew: Up to 60% off sale styles; up to 40% off cashmere.

H&M: Take 25% off + free shipping (offer ends 7/7 at 9 p.m. ET).

Home Depot: Save up 50% off select items including up to $125 off select tools.

Looking for more deals? We dug up some of the deepest discounts available at some of the retailers listed above. Below, find a list of home deals on small appliances, kitchenware, furniture and other items to shop on sale.

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Noblewell 21-in-1 Convection Air Fryer Toaster Oven

$76.14 $127.20 40% off% OFF

An air fryer that does it all. With 21 different capabilities, the Noblewell convection air fryer will help you whip up breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert.

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Vevor Outdoor Pizza Oven

$55.99 $75.99 26% off% OFF

Make it an outdoor pizza night! The summer is all about pool parties and BBQs, which means that this stainless steel pizza should have a place near your outdoor grill. The oven is equipped with a 12-inch and measures 16.5 x 14.6 x 7.5 inches.

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Cuisinart Professional Series 13-Piece Stainless Steel Cookware Set

$250 $690 64% off% OFF

Looking for cookware? This Cuisinart 13-piece set has sauce pans, saute pans, stock pots and other pots and pans for your kitchen.

$230 $315 27% off% OFF

If you’re a fan of Le Creuset, the Toughened Nonstick Pro 3-Piece Cookware set is on sale for a limited time. Included in the set: 10-inch Toughened Nonstick Pro Fry Pan and 4-quart saute pan with a glass lid.

Home Depot

Magic Chef Retro Mini Fridge

$179 $279 36% off% OFF

We found a nice deal on Magic Chef’s retro mini fridge at Home Depot. The popular fridge is available in five colors including black, white, red and mint green.

Dyson V15 Detect Absolute Vacuum

$599.99 $799.99 25% off% OFF

Dyson products can cost a pretty penny, so it nice to find a sale. Save up to $200 on the Dyson V15 Detect Absolute cordless vacuum (offer ends July 8). If your’e interested in a Dyson vacuum dupe, the Wyze cordless stick vacuum scored a 4.0 customer rating and it’s on sale for $97 at Walmart (regular $200).

Best Buy

NewAir 300 CFM 18-Inch Fan

$60.99 $75 19% off% OFF

It’s getting hot out there! Getting relief from the heat with this NewAir floor fan. According to shoppers, the NewAir 300 is a “powerful” fan that’s easy to assemble and move around the room.

Walmart

DHP Cooper Loveseat 2 Seater

$158.40 $249 36% off% OFF

Shopping for a two-seater? A plush loveseat will liven up your space and this one has a 4.6 customer review rating.

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Polifurniture Linden Modern Vanity Desk

$164 $229 28% off% OFF

Get glam while seated at an adorable vanity desk! The desk includes a mirror and ample storage space for all your go-to beauty products, hair tools and more.

06 Jul 2023

Cardi B’s Paris Fashion Week 2023 Looks

We’ve compiled our favorite Cardi B looks from Paris Fashion Week.

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Cardi B attends the Schiaparelli Haute couture Fall/Winter 2023/2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on July 03, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/WireImage)

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Cardi B took over the City of Light for Paris Fashion Week, and she did not disappoint when it came to her jaw-dropping outfits.

“I’m a very blessed girl,” the “Bodak Yellow” rapper wrote on Instagram after attending Thom Browne’s debut couture show. “I’m thankful everyday that my work and my lord have me living my dreams.”

Cardi was even joined by her husband Offset for some of the festivities, as the couple rocked matching luxury black looks at a Balenciaga runway showcase, at one point cozying up for photos together in a video captured on the scene by i-D.

The rapper is a longtime fashion favorite, as she fronted her first campaign for a luxury fashion house in 2020 when she became the face of Balenciaga’s winter 2020 season. That same year, Cardi became the first female rapper to be awarded by the FN Achievement Awards when she won the Style Influencer of the Year award — an honor presented to her by Christian Louboutin.

We’ve compiled our favorite Cardi B looks from Paris Fashion Week, which you can check out below.

06 Jul 2023

What Is Pickleball? How to Play & Everything You Need to Get Started

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Pickleball is having a major moment, with more and more people grabbing a paddle, throwing on their sneakers and hitting the courts. The sport has rapidly grown in popularity — especially throughout America, as an estimated 36.6 million people played the sport between August 2021 to August 2022, CNBC reported.

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Even celebrities have been hopping on the healthy trend, with Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck being spotted playing Tuesday (July 4). In a tweet from @BenniferUpdates, you can see a video of the two sporting some casual athletic wear while hitting the ball across the court.

With more pickleball courts popping up, playing the sport has now become easier — but what exactly is it? If you’ve never heard of the game before or want a quick rundown on all the essential info, we’ve gathered all you need to know to get started on your pickleball journey.

Keep reading to learn what the sport is, how to play and what you need to get started.

What is Pickleball?

The sport may look like a supersized version of ping-pong, but there are a lot more elements that go into playing. The game combines elements of tennis, ping-pong and badminton, according to USA Pickleball. Since it only requires a paddle, a plastic ball with holes and a net, it’s versatile enough to be played indoors or outdoors, allowing for year-round play. A traditional court is usually the size of a badminton court and you can even play on a double or single team.

How to Play Pickleball

One of the reasons the game has become so well-loved is for how easy it is to learn. To start off, someone serves underhand diagonally (and the serve can’t go above your waist). Only one serve is allowed unless it hits the net and lands within the bounds. The serve must also bounce twice — meaning it bounces when it’s served to the other side and then must bounce again when it’s returned to the server.

Iit’s OK to volley with the team, which means you can hit it across the court without waiting for the ball to bounce. You’ll notice on the court a rectangle in front of the net, which is referred to as the “kitchen.” This area is strictly out of bounds unless you’re hitting the ball off a bounce — other than that, stay out of the kitchen!

If your team scores a point, then the server switches to the left square and serves diagonally from there. The switching and serving continues after every point until you lose possession of the ball. Games usually play until someone reaches 11 points and are typically won by two points.

If you need a visual, Pickleballerz USA has a step-by-step video you can follow below.

Best Pickleball Gear, According to Shoppers

Before you head to the nearest court, make sure you have the right pickleball sets to get you started. If you plan to play outdoors, be sure to pack some sunscreen in your backpack and pair it with some leggings for optimum movement. Whether you have a court nearby or want to set one up in your backyard, keep reading to stock up on all the essentials.

Four pickleball paddles with four plastic balls, four soft cloths and a black carrying bag

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Tearplex Pickleball Set of 4

$29.99 $44.99 33% OFF

Tearplex’s Pickleball Set comes with four paddles in red and blue to differentiate teams if you play singles or double. The set is also labeled as an Amazon Choice for pickleball equipment with a rating of 4.6 stars — and we can see why. For those hot sweaty rounds, you can use cooling towels provided during your breaks in between rounds — or when you need to switch out balls with one of the four provided. Everything can also be carried and stored away in the handy bag provided.

Two-pack of pickleball paddles with four plastic balls and a black carrying case

Amazon

VINSGUIR Pickleball Paddles Set

$46.99 $57.99 19% OFF

Just need a paddle and spare? This popular paddle set has earned a 4.7 star rating on Amazon with almost 3,000 shoppers rating it five stars for how, affordable, lightweight and comfortable they are to use. Reviewers even label it a beginner-friendly design with one shopper saying they “strongly recommend it if you are looking for an intro set.”

white and green pickleball net, four wood and black paddles, eight plastic balls and a black carrying bag

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Fostoy Pickleball Net Set with Wheels

$132.99

Set up your own pickleball court in your backyard with the help of the Fostoy Pickleball Net Set. Not only does it come with a stainless steel net, but features four paddles, eight balls and a handy carrying case. It’s also an Amazon Choice product with a 4.6 star rating for its ease of setup and ability to seamlessly move from one spot to another (thanks to its built-in wheels).

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