As the popularity of pickleball continues to soar, innovative tools designed to enhance player performance are increasingly in demand.
Among these innovative products is the BZER Warm-up Ball, a unique training tool that promises to revolutionize how players warm up and refine their skills.
They also fit conveniently in your pickleball bag, so you don't have to remove that extra paddle (or paddles).
The origin of BZER Warm-up Balls
At 66, Edward Beazer, the inventor of BZER Warm-up Ball, was relatively new to the game of pickleball, having been introduced just four years ago. Like most, Ed caught the pickleball bug quickly and began playing four to five times a week.
During one of his training sessions with a coach, Jake Ralphs, they discussed a common challenge among players: maintaining eye contact with the ball.
To tackle this, Ralphs introduced a small rubber ball to the training regimen, which significantly improved Ed's gameplay. Being an inventor and entrepreneur at heart, Ed saw an opportunity to create something other players could use.
Along with Ralphs (who became Ed's business partner), they created BZER Warm-up Ball.
How BZER Warm-up Balls improve your game
What sets the BZER Warn-up Ball apart is its versatility and convenience.
According to Ed, "The rubber material makes it quieter, allowing for practice sessions in living rooms and garages, but it's also perfect for a quick game against any flat surface – even against a drive-thru menu at Starbucks!"
This adaptability has made it a fast favorite among players who appreciate the ability to practice their game anywhere.
Because you can get those all-important practice reps in, the BZER Warm-up Ball can help you:
- Improve your hand-eye coordination
- Hit the sweet spot of the paddle more consistently (The Starter Set comes with two training paddles and a sleeve of three balls)
- Warm up your eyes as well as your body
- Improve your reflexes and overall focus on the court
Although BZER Warm-up Balls are smaller and hollow, their design helps you make a smooth transition when switching from standard-sized pickleballs.
How BZER Warm-up Balls are made
The journey to perfect the mini pickleball wasn't without its challenges.
Ed and Ralphs spent over a year of trial and error crafting the ideal ball. The initial prototypes varied in firmness, but none met the requirements for a versatile training tool.
Eventually, they discovered using a soft rubber compound was the ideal material for the practice balls.
"The soft rubber gave us better ball control than the hard plastic practice golf balls that you may have seen elsewhere. It was soft enough to practice dinking, but firm enough to practice firefights, serves, and returns.
When we do demonstrations of our Bzer Warm-up Balls it always turns into a full-court game. It’s actually a lot of fun." - Edward Beazer
BZER Warm-up Balls are built to last and provide consistent performance during intense play sessions.
Spreading the Word Through Demonstrations and an Ambassador Program
Launched on February 16th this year, the BZER Warm-up Ball has been making waves in the pickleball community. The team behind this innovative product conducts court-side demonstrations, often turning curious onlookers into enthusiastic participants.
These engagements have been pivotal in educating players about the benefits of using mini pickleballs to help improve their game.
Realizing the importance of community and first-hand experience, the company recently launched an Ambassador program, inviting avid players to help introduce this tool to a broader audience.
Where to find BZER Warm-up Balls
For Ed, the true joy comes from seeing players — newcomers and veterans alike — use the mini pickleballs, smile, laugh, and enhance their game without even realizing it.
For more information or to purchase the BZER Warm-up Balls, visit their website at Bzer.net. You can also find them on Amazon.
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