Face - The face of the pickleball paddle is used for hitting the pickleball ball. The face is made from graphite, wood or a carbon polymer.
Edge Guard - The edge guard is situated around the perimeter of the paddle's face. The guard protects the face from damage and helps to maintain its shape
Throat - The throat is the part of the paddle that connects the handle to the face. The throat is usually made of the same material as the face of the paddle.
Handle - As you'd expect, the pickleball paddle handle is the part that a player holds during a game. It is often made of wood, graphite or a carbon polymer.
Grip tape - The grip tape, or grip, is the outer part of the handle; the part which your hand makes contact with when you hold the handle. Pickleball paddle grips are usually made of rubber or a synthetic material such as polyurethane (PU).
End Cap - The end cap is found at the bottom of the handle. End caps, also known as "butt caps" protect the bottom of the handle and can extend the length of the handle slightly.