I was not well versed in the sport of Pickleball before I received this paddle. Everything was new to me. Once I learned how to play, I fell in love with this paddle! It's made very well with high quality material. It's lightweight, and easy to play with on the court. It comes in many stylish colors, and seems sturdy enough to last for years. Apparently, even though it's for beginners like me, the paddle is approved for tournament play. So, you could go right from newbie to veteran with the same paddle. Very cool! Highly recommend!