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Quick answer: The best gift for your best friend is something that shows you know her: a personalized pickleball paddle with her name on it, something that matches yours, or a treat for the two of you to share. Bonus points if it comes with a plan to hang out.
How to choose
Match the gift to your inside jokes. For more name-on-it ideas, see our personalized gifts for women, or our gifts for mom if mom is on your list too.
1. A personalized pickleball paddle (and one for you)
Pippa Pickle, our mascot, loves a matching pair. Pick designs from our personalized pickleball paddles, then open each personalized listing, enter the exact name in its personalization field and check the preview before adding it to your cart. Then book a court date. Buying more than one? Check bundle and save, our paddle guide, and the full collection.
Order early: our paddles are made to order. Check the current Shipping Policy, your selected options and the return terms before buying for an occasion. Holiday arrival dates are not guaranteed.
2. Matching friendship bracelets
Cute and sentimental. Check sizing and listed materials. Browse matching bracelets (paid link; search results, not one tested product).
3. A stemless wine tumbler
For the post-game catch up. Check capacity and care instructions. Browse wine tumblers (paid link; search results, not one tested product).
4. A pickleball bag
Her paddle needs a home. Compare the bag's usable dimensions with the paddle size. Browse pickleball bags (paid link; search results, not one tested product).
5. A friendship self-care set
Face masks for two. Browse self-care sets (paid link; search results, not one tested product).
Add a plan
Pair any gift with an invitation: a court date, a cozy night or a coffee catch-up. The plan is the part she will remember.
More ideas
Find more favorites on our Benable page (paid links there too).
FAQ
What is a good gift for a best friend?
Something personal that fits what she enjoys, like a personalized pickleball paddle.
Can I buy matching paddles?
Yes. Pick two designs, enter each name in the personalization field of its personalized listing, and check bundle and save.
Will it arrive for the holidays?
Order early. Our paddles are made to order, and holiday arrival dates are not guaranteed. Check the current Shipping Policy before you buy.
Pippa says: friends who play together stay together.