Pickleball is gaining immense popularity across the country and if your Dad has joined this new craze or wants to give it a try you have come to the right spot! We have handpicked a selection of 37 pickleball gifts for Dad so you can get the giftspiration you need to find the perfect present.
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Best Pickleball Gifts for Dad
Here are some great accessories, gadgets, and training aids for any pickleball Dad. These gifts are all between $40 and $150.
If Dad likes to drill and work on different shots this ball collector is a great gift. He can hit a bunch of pickleballs and then retrieve them without bending over by using this pickleball collector.
This JOOLA pickleball bag has enough room to store all the pickleball equipment that Dad needs. It is very professional looking too so it will be sure to intimidate his opponents!
Get Dad a pickleball lesson so he can take his game to the next level. You can find coaches in his area on TeachMe.to! Buy him a gift card or schedule a pickleball lesson so Dad can improve his dinks, drops, and drives.
If Dad is really looking to improve his game then this resistance training paddle is a great tool. Dad can improve her power and strengthen the important pickleball muscles when he warms up with this tool.
The Dink Pad is a great training aid that enables Dad to practice his dinking without needing another person. He can set these up on any wall inside or outside and comfortably work on his game by himself.
Unfortunately, pickleballs break from time to time. Gifting Dad a large bucket of outdoor pickleballs like this one will give him plenty of backups so he will always have a ball to play with.
After a long day of pickleball Dad’s muscles will probably get tight. To help him avoid soreness and stay loose a handheld massage gun is a great gift.
Great for a Dad that is really looking to improve his game. Gift him this pickleball launcher machine with a bucket of balls and he can work on his game whenever he has free time.
Running shoes can get ruined in sports like pickleball or tennis. Personally, I tend to drag my toes as I move laterally in pickleball and the first time I played I absolutely destroyed my running shoes! So if Dad is new to the sport and doesn’t have proper shoes consider gifting him court shoes as they are designed to be durable.
Sports sunglasses are a great practical gift for any pickleball Dad. Sometimes the glare of the sun can get difficult on the court, but with these sunglasses, Dad will be prepared! He can also rock these sunglasses when he’s playing golf or doing other activities outside!
This simple crossbody pickleball bag is an easy practical gift that can hold all of Dad’s pickleball essentials.
If Dad likes to stand out on the courts these shorts are a great pickleball fashion statement! With a bright red color and a pickleball designed interior, these are some fun shorts for a pickleball Dad that likes to rock a loud style.
Luxury Pickleball Gifts for Dad
If you are looking to spend a little bit more on a pickleball-themed gift for Dad, this next group of gifts is all about $150 or more!
A portable pickleball net is a practical gift for anyone that doesn’t have easy access to pickleball. Gift Dad some temporary court lines too and he will be set to build a pop-up court anywhere.
This JOOLA pickleball paddle is one of the best pickleball paddles on the market. It is used and heavily touted by Ben Johns, who is the #1 pickleball player in the world.
This outdoor game set is the perfect fun gift for Dads who love spending quality time with their family and friends. It offers a variety of entertaining games that can be enjoyed both in the backyard and at the beach, making it a versatile and exciting option for outdoor gatherings.
One of the most popular massage guns on the market, a Theragun can easily fit in Dad’s pickleball bag and he can use it before he plays to get loose or after he plays to prevent soreness.
There’s a good chance that if Dad likes pickleball he might also enjoy ping-pong. If he has room in his house a ping pong table is a fun gift that Dad can use to keep his racket skills and hand-eye coordination in peak form during the offseason.
This topspin training aid is great for Dad to practice his strokes and get the proper form. The training aid is designed so Dad has to hit up on the ball creating more topspin on his forehands or backhands.
A high-quality pair of sunglasses like Oakley would make a great gift for any Dad that spends a lot of time playing pickleball out in sun.
These mobility sticks come with different exercises and stretching routines that will help Dad improve her mobility and stay in good shape for pickleball.
Affordable Pickleball Gifts for Dad
Want to get Dad something pickleball related but don’t want to spend a ton of money? Here are some great pickleball-themed gift ideas all $40 or less.
These MyPDL bands go around Dad’s pickleball grip so he won’t get confused if anyone else at the courts has the same paddle as him. You can put something personal on the front and back to make Dad feel extra special!
This lightweight long-sleeve shirt will keep Dad’s arms protected from the sun. It comes in several different colors so you can pick one that fits Dad’s style.
Sometimes sweaty hands can make it difficult to hold the paddle. Getting Dad a glove can help him get a better grip so he can swing confidently.
Playing a lot of pickleball can cause Dad’s grip to get worn out. Gift him a few replacement grips so he can keep his paddle feeling fresh and new.
Arm sleeves are a great accessory as they help keep Dad’s arms loose while also protecting them from the sun.
You can’t play pickleball without pickleballs! This 12-pack of balls is specifically designed to be used indoors.
Here’s a simple little gadget that can go on the end of Dad’s paddle so he won’t have to bend all the way over to pick up the ball. Great if Dad has a bad back and doesn’t want to bend over all the way.
A fun gift so Dad doesn’t have to stop playing when the sun goes down! These pickleballs glow in the dark so he can have fun dinking all night.
These compression shorts have a 2-in-1 design and come with interior pockets. Designed to support the thigh muscles and provide extra mobility these shorts are great for pickleball.
Taking a pickleball in the eye is not fun. Get Dad protective eyewear so she won’t have to worry about getting hit in the eye.
In order to take Dad’s game to the next level he needs to understand his weaknesses and work to improve them. This fence camera mount gives Dad a place to put his iPhone so he can record his games, take film, and determine where he needs to improve.
A game designed for a true pickleball nerd! This pickleball trivia game comes with 200 trivia cards with questions about the rules, history, tournaments, and more.
If Dad wants to learn pickleball on a deeper level, then this pickleball strategy book would be a great gift. Dad can learn different strategies that she can implement on the court to take his game to the next level.
Funny Pickleball Gifts for Dad
Below are a few funny gift ideas and accessories with pickleball puns that are sure to make Dad smile!
This 6-piece coaster set comes with funny pickleball sayings and puns so Dad can sit his beer down on coasters that represent his favorite sport.
This pickleball towel will let everyone know about Dad’s obsession. All he does is eat, sleep, and play pickleball!
Dad can coffee, wine, or another drink out of this tumbler as he works on her dinking!
Pickleball-themed socks are another fun way Dad can show off his passion for the game.
For the King of the (Pickleball) Court
Whether Dad is a beginner, intermediate, or highly-skilled pickleball player there should be something in this gift guide that he will love!
Also, consider gifting him a pickleball experience, like getting him a lesson or signing him up for a local clinic. This way he can play more pickleball, meet new people, and improve his game.
Lastly…. get out on the court and play pickleball with Dad! Pickleball is a great opportunity to be active and spend quality time with him!
Best of luck on your quest for the perfect present for your Dad.
