After being blacklisted by the UPA-A for questionable paddle testing submissions, Luzz is again with three new fashions which are turning heads for his or her efficiency and worth.
Again in April, we instructed you in regards to the Luzz Cannon being blacklisted by the UPA-A from all skilled play.
We do not know precisely what occurred – name it a technicality, or a loophole, or simply an harmless oversight – however we do know this:
Whether or not deliberately or not, this comes down to at least one paddle (the Cannon) being submitted as a design variation of one other (the ZZ), when in actuality it ought to have been submitted as a separate mannequin.
Principally, the Cannon handed paddle testing below questionable circumstances.
On the time, Luzz was an under-the-radar model. And the Cannon got here out of nowhere. Extra consequential nonetheless, it appeared to dwell as much as its identify, delivering a degree of energy the powers that be finally determined was an excessive amount of.
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It felt like a bait-and-switch. And UPA-A President Jason Aspes wasn’t having any of it:
“Violating UPA-A guidelines has penalties. Our dedication to defending the integrity of pickleball is absolute. Gamers, manufacturers, and followers deserve a degree enjoying subject, and we is not going to tolerate actions that undermine that precept.”
The UPA-A responded swiftly and with drive, banning all Luzz fashions from skilled use. The paddle remained permitted by USA Pickleball.
UPA-A Fires Again at ‘Cannon’ Paddle, Removes Whole Firm from Authorized Listing
The Cannon paddle from Luzz Pickleball was truly by no means permitted by the UPA-A within the first place, however made the checklist resulting from a loophole.
The Cannon Returns Fireplace
Luzz went quiet for a number of months, however got here roaring again this fall, reintroducing the Cannon, plus two different fashions – the Inferno and the Tornazo – to essential reward.
The Cannon, specifically, is popping heads for its efficiency and its worth, retailing for simply $109.
All three fashions are actually listed on the UPA-A Authorized Paddle Listing.
Dissecting All of the Paddle Drama at PPA Cincinnati
Many high execs are left questioning whether or not they can play their very own paddles. All of it comes all the way down to the UPA-A’s new certification requirements, and the way paddle manufacturers selected to play the sport.
So How Do They Play?
Paddle reviewer John Kew took all three fashions for a spin in a brand new video sequence referred to as “First Hits.”
He in contrast the Cannon favorably to the JOOLA Perseus Professional IV – energetic, responsive, and enjoyable. And able to producing loads of energy.
