Drop The Racquet

Something BIG is happening on the courts across New England!! 🎾✨ We are seeing a massive SURGE in tennis participation, and I absolutely LOVE the energy of the "new breed" of players walking through our doors every day.

Whether you’re a lifelong competitor or just picking up the new Wilson Blade for the first time, Drop the Racquet is your home for the TRIPLE THREAT: Tennis, Pickleball, and Squash! 🏆 We’ve got the latest gear to keep you at the top of your game, including the incredible Selkirk Boomstik and our popular Agassi Pro JOOLA paddles for the pickleball crew!

Need that expert touch? Tom is in the shop ready to share his deep product knowledge and USRSA Certified expertise to make sure your gear is dialed in PERFECTLY. 🛠️ From custom stringing to finding the right fit, we’ve got you covered.

We stock the newest models for Tennis:
Wilson
HEAD
Babolat
Dunlop

Come say hi, grab some fresh balls, and let's keep this momentum going right here in South Burlington! Support local, play hard, and most importantly...

Remember, it’s a game…Have fun !🕺🎾

- T

CHAMPIONS IN THE HOUSE!!! 🏆🎾

Huge shout out to the Rice High School girls tennis team for taking home the DIVISION CHAMPIONSHIP! This is a massive moment for South Burlington and an even bigger one for these incredible athletes. 🌟🙌

This historic victory was led by FIRST-time coach Megan Shrestha, with the amazing help of Shona Botjer! It’s their FIRST division title in 17 years, and we are so proud of the hard work and heart they put on the court this season. Local pride is at an all-time high!

Whether you're a state champ or just picking up a racquet for the first time, we've got the gear to keep you swinging. We are currently highlighting our TOP-TIER Dunlop collection for BOTH tennis and pickleball!

Tennis:
Wilson
HEAD
Babolat
Dunlop

Pickleball:
Dunlop
Gearbox

Stop by the shop to celebrate the win and maybe treat yourself to a celebratory creemee afterward: because nothing says a Vermont victory like a creemee! Indigenous to our beautiful state and the perfect post-match fuel. 🍦✨



Remember, it’s a game…Have fun !🕺🎾

T.

BIG NEWS for our pickleball community!!! 📢 The future of customizable play has officially arrived at Drop the Racquet! We are SO EXCITED to introduce the brand new SELKIRK OMNI!!! 🎾✨

This isn't just another paddle; it’s a technical MASTERPIECE. The Selkirk Omni features the revolutionary MOI TUNING SYSTEM which lets you add or remove weights to find your perfect balance of power and speed. Whether you’re a kitchen specialist or a baseline power-hitter, you can dial this in exactly how you like it! 🛠️💪

Plus, the REACTCORE technology gives you that incredible blend of pop and soft feel for those crucial resets. We have both the WIDEBODY and ELONGATED shapes landing in the shop RIGHT NOW!

PICKLEBALL:
Selkirk, JOOLA, Gearbox

TENNIS:
Wilson, HEAD, Babolat, Dunlop

Come by the shop in South Burlington to get your hands on one and see what all the hype is about! We can't wait to help you find your perfect fit.

Remember, it’s a game…Have fun !🕺🎾
- T

FEEL THE RHYTHM in South Burlington! 🎶🎾

There’s a special kind of music happening at Drop the Racquet this week! As the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival fills our streets with incredible sounds, we’re finding our own groove right here in the shop.

Did you know that professional stringing has its own rhythm? Our owner, Tom Twitchell, a Certified Racquet Technician, brings a master’s touch to every racquet. It’s a performance of precision and care, ensuring your gear is TUNED perfectly for your next big match! 🎹✨

And since we love supporting our local players, we’ve got something SWEET to fuel your game! We’re now carrying Couching Lion maple syrup, made right here by local tennis player Chaska Richardson. 🍁🎾 It’s the official fuel for those long sets, or just a killer breakfast!

TENNIS GEAR:
Babolat
HEAD

PICKLEBALL & MORE:
JOOLA, Selkirk, Gearbox

Stop by, say hi to Tom, and grab a bottle of this liquid gold while you’re in for a restring! 🏡✨

Remember, it’s a game…Have fun !🕺🎾

- T