Pickleball Players ACCUSE Opponents of Using Illegal Paddles

The paddle battle is real! From Elise Jones's suspicious request to check Salome DaVita's paddle to Travis Rettenmeier's Instagram video about an issue he had with Tyson McGuffin's paddle, pickleball paddle controversies are dominating the headlines. Who is involved and what did they do? Read on to find out!

Allyce Jones vs Salome DaVita Match-up

On Wednesday, Allyce Jones and Salome DaVita met in the quarterfinals of Singles, with DaVita's paddle executing powerful shots and putting Elise at a disadvantage.

Spurred by this, Allyce called for the inspection of DaVita's paddle, to which DaVita responded in kind, requesting the same of Elise's.

DaVita's Paddle Examined

As on-site delamination testing was not available, DaVita was permitted to stay in the match.

This caused a stir, as her next opponent was Leia Jansen, who has in the past been involved in some controversial situations.

Not pleased with this, Jansen objected and the start was delayed with extra long judges summoned.

Jansen Accuses DaVita of Cheating

Jansen accused DaVita of using an illegal paddle, and asked her to tap her paddle after the match - a request which was refused.

Jansen then took to Twitter to declare DaVita had cheated.

David Say Defends DaVita

David Say subsequently sent an email to provide his insight, noting that DaVita's paddles have been built with a high level of weight due to their design.

This explanation caused more debate and confusion among the tournament players.

Lea Jansen vs Salome DaVita Match: Paddle Controversy

The quarterfinals of the singles tournament saw a tense match between Elise Jones and Salome DaVita.

Matters quickly came to a head when Elise requested DaVita's paddle to be checked, while Daisy requested the same for Elise.

Illegal Paddle Allegations

Leia Jansen, an individual with a checkered past, was not content with the outcome and accused DaVita of utilizing an illegal paddle.

Jansen took to Twitter to express her displeasure and to accuse DaVita of malpractice.

DaVita refused to tap her paddle after the match and Jansen consequently demanded for it to be examined.

David Say, the official representative for DaVita, sent out an email to clarify her perspective.

According to the email, DaVita adds an excessive amount of weight to her paddle as a result of its design, which could have been the source of Jansen's allegations.

Paddle Uproar

The incident between Leia Jansen and Salome DaVita is merely one of the numerous paddle disputes that have occurred in recent months.

DaVita's paddle was tested for delamination after her Saturday match, while Tyson McGuffin and Travis Rettenmeier encountered an issue in their singles match when Travis noticed something was off with the paddle.

Tyson won the first game and Travis felt suspicious.

Tyson changed paddles and won the match.

Travis went to the PPA after the match, feeling wronged.

Tyson commented on the post, saying he used a new paddle in the first game and realized it was too hot.

He also declared he has much respect for Travis and would never intentionally use an illegal paddle.

The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) and Major League Pickleball are now seeking to resolve the paddle issues and ensure all players are playing on a level playing field.

Tyson McGuffin vs Travis Rettenmeier Match

The highly anticipated match between Tyson McGuffin and Travis Rettenmeier ended in controversy, with Tyson taking the victory.

It all started when Travis noticed something was off with the paddle they were using and asked for it to be tested.

Tyson then switched paddles during the match and won, leaving Travis feeling cheated.

Same Paddle Used

The two were initially playing with the same paddle, which caused suspicion when Travis pointed out that something was amiss.

He requested an inspection, but Tyson managed to win the first game with the paddle in question.

Paddle Checked

Travis then went to the PPA (Professional Pickleball Association) after the match to express his grievances.

To clear the air, Tyson commented on the post and revealed that he had used a new paddle in the first game and realized it was too hot.

He also stated that he had immense respect for Travis and would never intentionally use an illegal paddle.

Delamination Issues

Tyson also mentioned that this was the first time he had heard of a Selkirk paddle delaminating.

Consequently, the PPA and Major League Pickleball are now verifying the issue and working towards a solution to guarantee an even playing field and that no one is using a paddle that does not meet the regulations.

PPA and Major League Pickleball Unite to Resolve Paddle Problems

The PPA and Major League Pickleball have joined forces to tackle the paddle issues that have been brought to the forefront in recent weeks.

The organizations are striving to create a level playing field and safe setting for all competitors, and have already taken action to guarantee that all paddles utilized in tournament play are held to a high standard.

Examining for Delamination

The PPA has mandated that all paddles used in competition must undergo testing for delamination before the match starts.

This is to guarantee that the paddles are structurally sound and will not unexpectedly break or malfunction during the game.

The PPA has also put together a paddle inspection team that will be responsible for checking all paddles before the match and making sure they fulfill the criteria set by the organization.

Weight Limit

The PPA has also established a maximum weight limit for all paddles used in tournament play.

This is an effort to make sure that no one is utilizing an overly heavy paddle that gives them an unfair advantage.

The weight limit is set at 18 ounces, and any paddle that surpasses this limit will not be accepted in tournament play.

Paddle Tracking

The PPA also plans to implement a paddle tracking system, which will enable the organization to keep track of all the paddles that have been used in tournament play.

This  system will aid the organization in identifying any paddles that have been modified or tampered with, and guarantee that they are not used in tournament play.

The PPA and Major League Pickleball are taking measures to ensure that all paddles used in tournament play adhere to the highest standards and all players have a fair and safe playing environment.

The organization is examining for delamination, setting a maximum weight limit, and introducing a paddle tracking system in order to prevent any issues from occurring in the future.

Conclusion

The paddle controversy surrounding Elise Jones, Salome DaVita, Leia Jansen, Tyson McGuffin, and Travis Rettenmeier is an ongoing one that has yet to be resolved. While DaVita's paddle was tested for delamination, the results of the test have yet to be released. Major League Pickleball and the PPA are working to address the issues surrounding the paddles and have promised to make sure that all paddles are up to standards. Travis Rettenmeier and Tyson McGuffin have both expressed their respect for each other and agreed that neither of them would ever intentionally use an illegal paddle. It remains to be seen what the final outcome of this controversy will be and if any changes will be made to the current paddle regulations.