I'm new to pickleball. One of my in-laws has been trying to get me to try it for awhile and I finally gave it a go. It's a fun sport and this paddle worked great. It has a nice grip and is lighweight for fun gameplay. It feels sturdy and I believe it will last me through many, many games. My daughter also tried playing with this paddle and it worked well for her. She has a smaller grip and said it fit nicely in her hand.