01 / At the machine
Pinball.
Read the playfield. Pick a shot. Stay ready when the ball comes back faster than expected. The best games are built one decision at a time.
01 / About Chad
A little instinct.
A lot of game.
I’m Chad Rubin—a pinball and pickleball competitor drawn to games that reward quick reactions, smart decisions, and composure under pressure. On the court, I compete at the 4.0 level, where patience and placement matter just as much as power.
At a pinball machine, I bring the same mindset: read what’s happening, stay calm when the game speeds up, and make the next shot count. I love the mix of skill, instinct, and community that makes both sports endlessly challenging—and always fun.
Why both?Every rally and every ball presents a new problem to solve—and a new chance to play better.
My two games.
Different arenas. The same focus on every point and every ball.
02 / On the court
Pickleball.
Fast hands, smart placement, and the patience to set up the next point. I love how much can change in a single rally.
02 / My approach
Play with purpose. Keep it fun.
Practice the details. Trust the instincts. Compete hard. Then step up for the next game.
Off the court. On the shirt.
Serious games.
Unserious shirts.
Six designs. Two sports. One very familiar face.
Enter Chad’s Closet
THE CHAD COLLECTION ↗