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Send us a text160 - Discover the Ultimate Sports Travel Experience: Pickleball Vacations That Transform Your GetawayJoin hosts Rob & Kerri Stuart, your Orlando-based travel agents from Creating Magic Vacations, as they explore the hottest new trend in travel - pickleball vacations! In this episode of Travel Inspired, we dive deep into how the fastest-growing sport in history is revolutionizing Caribbean travel and cruise experiences.What You'll Learn:Why pickleball is taking the travel industry by stormHow cruise lines like Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and Holland America are converting courtsThe best Caribbean resorts for pickleball enthusiastsSandals Resorts' exclusive partnership with USA Pickleball - over 70 courts and counting!Group travel opportunities for pickleball clubs and tournamentsPro tips for planning your first pickleball vacationTravel Destinations Featured:Caribbean all-inclusive resortsRiver cruise experiences in EuropeSandals Resorts across the CaribbeanVirgin Voyages cruise experiencesWhether you're a seasoned "pickler" or curious about this unique travel experience, this episode reveals how to combine your love of sports with unforgettable vacation memories. From lighted courts for evening matches to USA Pickleball-certified coaches, discover why pickleball vacations are the perfect blend of active travel and luxury relaxation.Perfect for travelers seeking:Active vacation ideasGroup travel inspirationCaribbean resort recommendationsCruise ship activitiesSports-focused travel experiencesAll-inclusive vacation planningUnique travel trendsPlus, get exclusive details about their upcoming Portugal river cruise in July 2026 aboard the brand-new AmaSintra!Connect with Creating Magic Vacations for your next pickleball getaway or any travel inspiration.Remember: Travel is Better With Friends - Never Stop Exploring!If we can help you plan your next adventure, please reach out at Creating Magic Vacations .com#PickleballVacation #CaribbeanTravel #TravelInspired #ActiveTravel #SportsVacation #CruiseTravel #SandalsResorts #AllInclusiveResorts #GroupTravel #TravelTips #VacationPlanning #TravelPodcast #Caribbean #PickleballTravel #TravelTrends #UniqueTravelExperiences #TravelAgents #Orlando #RiverCruise #LuxuryTravel

Despite ranking in the top 25 in men's singles, Grayson Goldin finds himself without a paddle contract and no guaranteed salary. For him, it's all about the results. After throwing down the gauntlet, Goldin won his second APP title and is on a mission to reach No.1. Follow Grayson's journey here: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@GraysonGoldin⁩ Pickleball veteran Anderson Scarpa is fresh off a triple crown victory at the PPA Challenger level. The win racked up some valuable PPA points, but Zane wants to know how the competition compares across tours. Jim Kloss educates us on the ins and outs of a new kind law, pickleball law. We tackle the Proton 'bankruptcy' case and see how USA Pickleball is fighting back against a lawsuit. Performance, comfort, and style in one effortless collection. Save 20% on apparel from MUEV with code THEDINK at https://muevbrand.com/collections/new-arrivals-2 Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedink.beehiiv.com https://www.instagram.com/thedinkpickleball/ -Follow us on IG -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ Grayson Goldin 0:00 Grayson Goldin returns to the pod 3:51 No Contract, No Guarantees 7:33 Living the ‘eat what you kill' life 9:55 How do you compare PPA to APP? 13:50 Playing as the favorite against Armaan Bhatia Anderson Scarpa 18:48 Anderson Scarpa triple crowns PPA Challenger 23:15 Where should a new player get started? Zane's Atlanta Preview 26:43 ATL Slam preview 30:01 Response to Ben/Collin fine 34:16 Listener Questions Jim Kloss 42:56 Jim Kloss rejoins the pod 45:15 Proton ‘bankruptcy' claims 49:25 Are there penalties for involuntary bankruptcy claims? 53:31 USAP's counterclaim against JOOLA 1:03:10 5 key points at the heart of the issue 1:09:35 What do the guts of the internal documents say? 1:10:58 Who does this hurt more? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover how Fran Myer transformed a casual game into a lifelong passion, becoming a trailblazer in the pickleball community. From launching the sport's first online retail platform to co-founding USA Pickleball, Fran's journey is one of innovation, love, and resilience. As the first woman inducted into the Pickleball Hall of Fame, she shares insights from her memoir, A Hummingbird Returns to Raypa, reflecting on a life dedicated to the growth of pickleball and the enduring power of community.#LifeLessonsFromPickleball #PickleballRevolution #PickleballCommunity #Pickleball #LifeLessons #pickleballislife #pickleballlife #picklbeballsaveslives #pickleballpodcast #pickleballaddict #pickleballers #pickleballnation #pickleballlove #pickleballcommunity #pickleballfun #pickleballplayer #pickleballcourt #dinklife #pickleballjourney #letsplaypickleball #pickleballpassion #pickleballfun #pickleballfamily #inspiration #community #pickleballlegend #pickleballhalloffame #halloffame Music gifted to us by Ian Pedersen: @ianpedersen Contact us: Lifelessonsfrompickleball@gmail.comSocial Media Links:https://www.lifelessonsfrompickleballpodcast.comhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557275391316https://www.instagram.com/lifelessonsfrompickleball/https://www.youtube.com/@LifeLessonsFromPickleballPodThanks for listening and you can also watch us on Youtube.

In today's episode, we're joined by leaders from USA Pickleball to celebrate Sandals and Beaches Resorts becoming the official all-inclusive resorts of USA Pickleball. With the most pickleball courts in the Caribbean, Sandals and Beaches are welcoming the experts to share insights into the sport's continuous growing popularity, what guests can look forward to, and what this partnership means for the future of pickleball at the resorts. Listeners will also get an inside look at the history and evolution of USA Pickleball, along with expert tips and advice for players of every level.

Laura Gainor’s background in pickleball is significant, as she was around the sport in some of its earlier days before it became a national phenomenon. During her time in marketing at USA Pickleball, she witnessed first-hand how the sport was taking off. Today, of course, the numbers speak for themselves. In last year’s Topline Participation Report produced by the Sports & Fitness Industry Association, the group’s researchers reported that pickleball grew 58 percent in participation in the previous year. And over the past three years, that participation has grown by some 223 percent. As a result, brands are looking to get involved with the sport any way they can and event organizers are searching for ways to activate a pickleball experience around their events as well. And development is coming in, too. Entire communities around the country are being planned with pickleball courts in mind to allow people more access to play. Gainor saw the writing on the wall for all these trends and launched Pickleball in the Sun as a way to help brands, event organizers and others navigate the fast-evolving world of pickleball. In this conversation, we discuss how those brands look different today, what you should know about including pickleball as a component of your event, where the sport is going and what, if anything, may slow its momentum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a full house on the PicklePod this week as we hear from four special guests. First up is Erik Tice who breaks down the Max Freeman contract situation and the surprising results of the MLP keep/drop exchange. Then Zane goes off on how he judges if a player is a bad line caller or flat-out cheater. Next up, John Kew gives us the update on the Ronbus Ripple listing and subsequent de-listing that had paddle fans scratching their heads. Finally, the first international signed UPA players, Tom Evans and Helena Spiridis share their journey to pro pickleball and Tom breaks down his big win over Federico Staksrud. Try out the shoes that are Zane-tested and Zane-approved, the new XRZ shoes from SQAIRZ https://sqairz.com/ Get your BioBalls at http://komodopickleball.com/ Let's keep our courts green, one rally at a time. Have your own pickleball glow-up with new apparel from MUEV https://muevbrand.com/ Pickleball's #1 subscription box is here https://www.thedink.shop/ Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedink.beehiiv.com https://www.instagram.com/thedinkpickleball/ -Follow us on IG -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ Erik Tice 0:00 What happened with Max Freeman contract? 5:04 Will Howells is in a unique situation 10:22 The Hustlers dropped their ENTIRE team 13:20 60% of players will change teams in 2025 15:05 Suprised by the Kate Fahey drop 18:30 How long to turn D1 tennis player into MLP player? 21:31 Federico Staksrud in paddle turmoil 28:28 New UPA-A targeting rule debate 35:30 Retaliation will also be punished 41:45 Zane landed a new shoe deal 48:56 Searching for the best player in NYC 52:19 Zane's glow up is in session 55:18 Cheating - just cheating 1:00:48 Is cheating a byproduct of hot paddles 1:03:35 Jay and Fed weigh in on line calls 1:12:10 A malicious nasty nelson is a wild move 1:14:39 Did we go too hard on the Collin episode? 1:18:45 Max Freeman forced to drop top partners i.e. Ben 1:28:20 Zane got nasty nelsoned by Jack Sock 1:31:45 ALW got asked to prom picture 1:33:54 Pickleheads raised 2.5mm 1:37:30 Coincidental loss for Fed in Tucson with Adidas paddle 1:40:49 Hunter are Parris dominated Super Bowl Sunday Leo Meme 1:43:05 Andrei and Alshon looked dangerous in Tucson 1:46:25 Blind ranking backhand flicks John Kew 1:50:50 John Kew digging up bones 1:53:25 Finally back to pickleball - What happened to the Ripple? 1:56:55 There are different versions of the Ripple that hit the market 2:02:00 What motivated USA Pickleball to test a second batch? 2:05:27 All approved paddles will also get PBCoR stamp Tom Evans and Helena Spiridis 2:09:15 Say hello to Tom and Helena 2:15:20 Tom started getting results in 2023 2:18:55 Which pros were you intimidated by? 2:20:32 Where are pickleball hubs in Australia? 2:23:38 When are making the move to the US? 2:26:18 Top 3 players in Australia 2:28:26 Signed on with UPA and eligible for MLP 2:33:42 What are the biggest differences between U.S. and Aussie pickleball 2:35:30 Tom's big win over Federico Staksrud 2:38:50 Guess my DUPR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of Game Plan! It has been a while since we have done one of these Game Plan episodes so to quickly review: These episodes are specifically designed for patients. They are designed to hopefully answer some of the questions you have about the most common sports medicine conditions, injury prevention and treatment options.Today we're talking about pickleball – the fastest growing sport in the United States. From 2019- 2021, the number of pickleball players increased from 3.3 to 4.8 million. The reason for the growth of the sport is likely multifactorial, including that it encompasses a wide variety of age ranges, it is easy to understand and it is inexpensive to play. However, with this steady growth has come a corresponding linear rise in pickleball injuries. And these injuries are not inexpensive, costing between 250 to 500 million dollars in 2023 alone.Pickleball is a paddle sport that takes aspects from tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. Now, we were going to try to explain the pickleball rules here, and how it differs from other racquet sports. But, USA Pickleball has a really nice 5-minute video on their website (usapickleball.org) that quickly summarizes the basic rules. If you are interested in learning more about this game, definitely check out their website. It should be noted that the rules and scoring system are currently variable. But as more competitions arise, more standardization to the game will likely follow, as is the trend with most sports.Today, we're reviewing an article published in the November 2024 issue of the yellow journal titled “Pickleball: A Standard Review of Injury Prevalence and Prevention in a Rapidly Growing Sport.” This study compiled data from retrospective studies containing emergency department data and case reports of specific injuries sustained while playing pickleball. The authors also utilized a customized survey to capture outpatient data of current pickleball players seen in outpatient orthopedic facilities and at local pickleball events.

Entrepreneurs are always looking for an edge to stand out from their competition. One of the best ways to do this is by attracting and retaining driven talent and building a culture and atmosphere that the teams and customers enjoy working with. And that's precisely what today's guest has been doing for over two decades. Veronique James is the CEO and founder of the James Agency, a full-service integrated marketing agency in Scottsdale, Arizona, where she's worked with clients like USA Pickleball, Northern Arizona University, Travel Costa Mesa, and the Phoenix Children's Foundation, to name just a few. She prides herself on building a respectful, honest, and ego-free environment and helps clients connect their brand to their audience with authenticity. In our conversation, she shared how she finds moments of calm in her hectic schedule, the hard lessons that helped her build a high-performance luxury agency that retains clients and talent, and the mistakes that so many businesses make when trying to find their ideal customers. In this podcast interview, you'll learn: How Veronique's first job at a marketing agency showed her what not to do as she started to build and grow her business. Why the James Agency avoids churning employees, stays lean, and maintains a strong culture even when scaling. Why customers are hungrier than ever for authenticity. How Veronique is using AI as a supplement–not a replacement–at work. What Veronique did during the COVID pandemic to avoid cutting a single employee, maintain culture, and keep up morale during what was otherwise a very challenging year for her business. How to screen prospective clients early on–and help a client that isn't a good fit leave on their own. Interview Resources The James Agency The James Agency on LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter Veronique James on LinkedIn | Instagram | X/Twitter EO Rim to Rim to Rim Brené Brown Megan Simoes Audible Scaling Up Compensation: 5 Design Principles for Turning Your Largest Expense into a Strategic Advantage by Verne Harnish, Sebastian Ross  

Mark "Yoda" Friedenberg, a legend in the world of pickleball, shares his incredible journey from his first encounter with the sport to leading the charge in its explosive growth. Mark organized the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) helping transform pickleball and built a community spirit that keeps players from all over the world coming back for more!He is the author of “The Official Pickleball Handbook” and “Winning Pickleball”Music gifted to us by Ian Pedersen: @ianpedersen Contact us: Lifelessonsfrompickleball@gmail.comSocial Media Links:https://www.lifelessonsfrompickleballpodcast.comhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557275391316https://www.instagram.com/lifelessonsfrompickleball/https://www.youtube.com/@LifeLessonsFromPickleballPodThanks for listening and you can also watch us on Youtube.

MLS, NWSL and the WNBA all broke attendance records this past season, and DP & McGhee talked about the success these leagues have experienced and hope to continue into the new year. They also touched on the hot button topic of NIL and the impact college athletes have had on the changing landscape of collegiate sports. It's been a while, but David and Tim also talk about the recently announced media deal between QVC and USA Pickleball. Would you like to buy an exfoliant before the next match starts? They close out the episode by talking about the lawsuit brought by 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports against NASCAR. It's safe to say this won't be the last time the topic comes up.

Another attendance record for MLS; QVC gets behind USA Pickleball; More moves at the Marlins and Dr Pepper nails it again

On this week's Modern Retail Rundown, the editorial team discusses the latest Levi's earnings, including the potential sale of the under-performing Dockers brand. Meanwhile, QVC struck a deal with the USA Pickleball league for the rights to stream matches with and other shoppable pickleball content. Finally, this week also saw a major food acquisition, with PepsiCo buying Mexican staples startup Siete Foods to add to the conglomerate's better-for-you snack portfolio.

Shopping channel QVC is boosting its presence in streaming - by becoming the exclusive broadcaster of USA Pickleball, Chicago-based McDonalds is introducing a new Big Mac that doesn't include beef and helping kids who can't be in the classroom stay in touch.

Shopping channel QVC is boosting its presence in streaming - by becoming the exclusive broadcaster of USA Pickleball, Chicago-based McDonalds is introducing a new Big Mac that doesn't include beef and helping kids who can't be in the classroom stay in touch.

Shopping channel QVC is boosting its presence in streaming - by becoming the exclusive broadcaster of USA Pickleball, Chicago-based McDonalds is introducing a new Big Mac that doesn't include beef and helping kids who can't be in the classroom stay in touch.

Shopping channel QVC is boosting its presence in streaming - by becoming the exclusive broadcaster of USA Pickleball, Chicago-based McDonalds is introducing a new Big Mac that doesn't include beef and helping kids who can't be in the classroom stay in touch.

What happens when a former Challenger Level MVP enters the league mid-season? Jill Braverman shares the scramble prior to last week's Wavier Period and more. ➡️ Details emerge on the JOOLA vs USA Pickleball lawsuit ➡️ Jill shares the reason she decided to rejoin MLP ➡️ Will equipment sales follow the same pattern as golf? We've teamed up with Olukai to present the Aloha Showdown at Austin Pickleball Ranch. Register to play at https://www.bounce.game/event/d93fa7ea-b32d-49ed-a42a-50d5ac0e263f Win on any court with Olukai footwear https://bit.ly/3VxEGoF Stay hydrated with a name you can trust. Try CorVive's Pink Lemonade hydration mix and save 30% with code PICKLE Recover faster. Play longer. Get 10% off devices to reduce your risk of injuries with code DINK10 at https://therabody.com Protect your eyes and save 20% with code DINK20 at https://tifosioptics.com Find an event near you and register to play in The Dink Minor Leagues at https://officialminorleaguepb.com/ Create your own The Dink Minor Leagues event here: https://forms.monday.com/forms/bec208e8a148b8ed4eb36889404fd9fa?r=use1 Pickleball's #1 subscription box is here https://www.thedink.shop/ Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/signup/ -Follow us on IG *@thedinkpickleball* -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ 0:00 Going deep in the JOOLA vs USA Pickleball suit 4:46 What happened to Ronbus and Vatic? 7:55 What should USAP have done? 9:36 Liability insurance in place? 10:35 The Prolite Apex paddle 13:05 Explaining the violation of rule 2.E.6.F 15:19 Why is the GearBox Pro still allowed? 18:17 Zane taking paddles to lab 20:10 Is the advantage that severe? 23:30 The timing of UPA-A entering the certification space 30:06 Focusing paddle performance instead of materials 32:16 Return of the challenge and preventative fines 34:35 Can player contracts help protect against fines? 38:08 Multi-level classification could be offered 40:54 Are paddle sales demonstrably down? 46:47 The Fab 5 Debacle 54:22 Behind the scenes of the crazy waiver shuffle 52:35 Is it necessary to makes moves? 57:42 Challenger players level will move to free agency after this year 1:01:29 What does MLP feel like? 1:04:45 Why did you hold out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for June 2, 2024 is: incidence • IN-suh-dunss • noun Incidence refers to the number of times something happens or develops—in other words, the rate at which something occurs. // The neighborhood boasts excellent schools and a low incidence of crime. See the entry > Examples: "Pickleball, which is played with a perforated plastic ball and wooden paddles on a badminton-sized court, is the fastest growing sport in the U.S., with the number of players rising from 4.8 million in 2021 to 8.9 million in 2023, according to USA Pickleball. … A study co-authored by [Dr. Eric] Bowman that has not yet been published finds that between 2017 and 2022, the incidence of pickleball-related injuries rose faster than the growth of the sport's popularity." — Linda Carroll, NBC News, 12 Feb. 2024 Did you know? The words incident, incidence, and instance may seem similar (and, in fact, incident and incidence are closely related), but they are applied in different ways. In current use, incidence usually means "rate of occurrence" and is often qualified in some way ("a high incidence of bear sightings"). Incident usually refers to a particular event, often something unusual or unpleasant ("many such incidents go unreported"). Instance suggests a particular occurrence that is offered as an example ("another instance of a simple change bringing real improvement"); it can also be synonymous with case ("many instances/cases in which the wrong form was submitted"). The plural incidences sometimes occurs in such contexts as "several recent incidences of bear sightings," but this use is often criticized as incorrect.

Send us a Text Message.Tyler and Jimmy start the episode recapping APP NYC results and preview PPA Texas Open. Jimmy gives us an update on the Joola Gen3 drama, a new ball is being used at the PPA Texas OpenLet us know what topics we should cover in future episodes, thanks for following along!—————————Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/Use Code "KOTC" for Huge Savings at Pickleball Central: https://pickleballcentral.com/Use Code "KOTC" for $100 Savings on C&D Pickleball Nets: https://bestpickleballnets.com/ Use Code “KOTC” to save at Stack Athletics: https://stackathletics.comUse Code "KOTC" to save 10% on Modballs: https://modballs.com/products/modballsUse Code "KOTC" for Savings on Acacia Shoes: https://acaciasports.com/Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear: https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pages/vulcan-pickleball-paddlesNEW KOTC DISCORD https://discord.gg/YFmxb8qVyHInstagram: Tyler's IG -   / @tyler.loong  Jimmy's IG -   / @jimmymiller_pbKOTC IG -   MM/ @morekingofthecourt  Facebook:   / https://www.facebook.com/p/Tyler-Loong-100042239451857/ (https://www.facebook.com/p/Tyler-Loong-100042239451857/)0:00 Intro2:54 APP NYC3:55 APP Men's Doubles Recap9:37 APP Women's Doubles Recap14:05 APP Mixed Doubles Recap15:37 APP Singles Recap19:17 Joola Gen3 Update26:13 New Vulcan Ball Being Used at PPA29:44 Tyler Needs to Find A New Teammate32:49 PPA Men's Singles Preview36:23 PPA Women's Singles Preview38:12 PPA Mixed Doubles Preview43:19 PPA Men's Doubles Preview49:12 PPA Women's Doubles Preview52:25 Should Jimmy and Tyler Do a Photoshoot? 57:59 Q&A

Back in March, leaders from pickleball's top organizations gathered under one roof at the racquetX Conference to discuss the future of the game. The Dink's own Thomas Shields led a panel that included: Anne Worcester - Strategic advisor, MLP Bryce Morgan - President, PPA Tour Tom Webb - Chief Marketing Officer, APP Mike Nealy - Chief Executive Officer, USA Pickleball Find an event near you and register to play in The Dink Minor Leagues at https://officialminorleaguepb.com/ Create your own minor league event here: http://www.minorleaguehost.com/  Create your own The Dink Minor Leagues event here: https://forms.monday.com/forms/bec208... Subscribe to The Dink 3x weekly newsletter https://thedink.beehiiv.com/ Pickleball's #1 subscription box is here https://www.thedink.shop/  Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' free e-newsletter at https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/sig... -Follow us on IG @thedinkpickleball -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam ------------------ Show Notes: 0:00 Intros 2:33 Insights from professional tennis 6:50 Amateur participation growth 14:05 Challenges to build the next great pro sport 20:40 Running a startup organization in a startup industry 24:50 How is USA Pickleball adapting? 26:30 The growth of pickleball internationally 31:01 Creating a space for the youth to play 37:39 International regulation for grass roots growth 41:02 Is there room for two tours? 47:22 IS software development a focus? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jose Moreno, the CMO of USA Pickleball, joins us in this episode to share USA Pickeball's journey from a small governing body (with just 4-5 employees a few years ago), to now leading the charge as the fastest-growing sport in America. How did they do this? - By building a strong sense of community around the sport. Jose emphasized the importance of constant listening and adapting to authentically 'build credibility' with their player base, instead of simply dictating from the top down.The brand built credibility in the niche through strategic partnerships with brands from other industries, like Fortune Tires and Skechers. Additionally, Jose shared insights on the challenges of prioritizing and executing as a small marketing team to keep up with the surging demand, cautioning against trying to be "all things to everybody". The conversation is full of useful tips and insights from USA Pickleball's journey to becoming the top contender in the rapidly growing pickleball world, highlighting the significance of community, authenticity, and strategic prioritization.Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube

Stu Upson, CEO of USA Pickleball explains the sport. 

Today I'm covering the second Beatitude in Matthew 5:4 which reads, "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." (NRSVUE) Mourning is something many of us don't do well. There's a misconception among Christians that we should always be happy. Think about this, though: If you don't mourn you'll miss out on the blessing of being comforted. You also rob others of being a blessing when they comfort you. How Can We Apply This to Pickleball? You're going to lose some games. If you're like me, you're going to lose a lot of games. If I'm not playing well, I can really start feeling down on myself.  When this happens, it's important for me to allow my partner or the group I'm playing with to comfort me. It's also a good time to consider any instructions or suggestions from others so that I can improve my game. News Steve Wong is the new Vice President of Competition at USA Pickleball. In a press release on their site, USA Pickleball said Wong "will oversee USA Pickleball's competition department with an emphasis on growing and streamlining all sanctioned tournament play, including National Championships, regional tournaments and general sanctioning."  The Vulcan's VPRO FLIGHT Pickleball was named the official ball of the PPA Pro Tour. Pickleball Tip This week's pickleball tip comes from Briones Pickleball and it's about improving your serve.  Have a pre-serve routine to help you focus on the point. Contact the ball in front of your body. Closing Remarks Next week we'll cover the third Beatitude that deals with meekness so make sure you're following the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you liked this podcast share it with a friend and don't forget to stay out of the kitchen! Music: "Electrodoodle" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Send some Satoshis: https://getalby.com/p/jorowi

Pickleball's exploding popularity isn't an organic grassroots rise. According to a reporter's intrepid Freedom of Information Act inquiries, enthusiastic pickleball ambassadors are employing the “USA Pickleball tool kit” and harrying local park departments to elbow out their tennis-and-basketball-playing neighbors.  Guest: Jason Koebler, cofounder of 404 Media and host of the 404 Media Podcast, former editor-in-chief of Motherboard. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pickleball's exploding popularity isn't an organic grassroots rise. According to a reporter's intrepid Freedom of Information Act inquiries, enthusiastic pickleball ambassadors are employing the “USA Pickleball tool kit” and harrying local park departments to elbow out their tennis-and-basketball-playing neighbors.  Guest: Jason Koebler, cofounder of 404 Media and host of the 404 Media Podcast, former editor-in-chief of Motherboard. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pickleball's exploding popularity isn't an organic grassroots rise. According to a reporter's intrepid Freedom of Information Act inquiries, enthusiastic pickleball ambassadors are employing the “USA Pickleball tool kit” and harrying local park departments to elbow out their tennis-and-basketball-playing neighbors.  Guest: Jason Koebler, cofounder of 404 Media and host of the 404 Media Podcast, former editor-in-chief of Motherboard. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pickleball's exploding popularity isn't an organic grassroots rise. According to a reporter's intrepid Freedom of Information Act inquiries, enthusiastic pickleball ambassadors are employing the “USA Pickleball tool kit” and harrying local park departments to elbow out their tennis-and-basketball-playing neighbors.  Guest: Jason Koebler, cofounder of 404 Media and host of the 404 Media Podcast, former editor-in-chief of Motherboard. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emerging sports outside the big four of football, basketball, baseball, and hockey can face an uphill climb in gaining participants and a fan base. Leagues such as Fan Controlled Football and the World Surf League must get creative to find their niche among sports fans in a market saturated with options.However, when a sport catches on, it can grow rapidly. That's the case with pickleball, which entered 2023 enjoying a three-year stretch as America's fastest-growing sport. A 2022 survey by the Association of Pickleball Professionals estimates that there are 36.5 million pickleball players in the US, making it the third-most popular sport/activity in the country behind only biking and running and ahead of established stalwarts like basketball, baseball, and soccer. Moreover, the sport is popular across age brackets and even has a multi-year distribution deal with streaming giant Amazon Prime, which will broadcast four tournaments per year.Today's guest on the WorkInSports Podcast, USA Pickleball Director of Communications and Content Melissa Zhang, joined the organization in late 2022 and is channeling the sport's explosive growth in popularity. Zhang specialized in growing Olympic sports through her time with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (stints in 2018– 19 and 2020– 21) and USA Handball (2019– 21). She also spent a year doing internal communications with PointsBet (2022) during its growth period after sports betting became legal in more states. On today's episode, Zhang and WorkInSports VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp discuss:• How Zhang got into the sports industry as a political science/psychology double major at UCLA• How she approaches USA Pickleball's content strategy to continue the sport's growth• How she has grown as a leader in her Director role• How aspiring sports professionals can forge their path in the sports industryEnjoy the full episode for all of Zhang's sports career advice, and subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast to catch every episode when it gets published. You can also check out additional content on our YouTube channel!

USA Pickleball's man behind the paddle tests shares his wealth of knowledge with the PicklePod. Carl Schmits explains what is going on with the new wave of paddles hitting the market and the discrepancy between testing organizations. Zane and Thomas recap the APP Houston Open and weigh in on the line call controversy that brought an army of extra eyes to Championship Court. To support Stop Alzheimers Now and submit your question for the pod visit: https://www.stopalzheimersnow.org/don... Win a pickleball facility and a lifetime of pickleball gear! https://picklryourcity.kickoffpages.com/ Shop performance-driven comfort from Vuori https://vuoriclothing.com/thedink Not only will you receive 20% off your first purchase, but enjoy free shipping on any U.S. orders over $75 and free returns Rep the latest in dink branded merch at https://repthedink.com/ ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/sig... -Follow us on IG *@thedinkpickleball* -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ Show Notes 0:53 The F1 Pickleball Experience 5:04 When Zane and Thomas first met 8:55 Travis isn't afraid to sling it on Tennis Sucks 15:39 APP Houston line calls boil over 20:09 Punishment for overruling calls 24:43 No Premier Level trades 27:15 Zane needs suggestions for a creative loser punishment 32:14 Carl Schmits joins the pod 40:28 How do testing organizations work together? 44:28 USAP's plan for testing at Nationals 51:44 The new Gearbox paddle 58:24 Exit velocity test coming soon and auditing the PicklePod 1:02:35 The USAP relationship with the pro tours 1:11:18 What does USA Pickleball do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Terms like volley llamas, flabjacks and dillballs sound like a bad joke, but are actually terms used in pickleball, a sport that's a smash hit in Virginia. In fact, there are three upcoming pickleball tournaments in October alone and new facilities opening. Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport across the nation as of 2022, according to the national governing authority, USA Pickleball. The sport has taken hold in the South Atlantic region, which includes Virginia. Virginia ranks No. 10 in the nation for pickleball courts, as determined by the Pickleheads website. The site reports 428 pickleball courts in Virginia. The website...Article LinkSupport the show

Zane and Thomas caught wind of three players who won't be in the mix for MLP Atlanta. Some of them might sit at home in bubble wrap until the ball drops on New Year's to protect their new contracts. The guys preview the highly anticipated event and share their predictions for who will hoist the cup.  Thomas recaps the first-ever Bounce Nashville Tournament sponsored by the Tenessee Titans and issues a correction towards USA Pickleball. To support Stop Alzheimers Now and submit your question for the pod visit: https://www.stopalzheimersnow.org/donate.html Shop performance-driven comfort from Vuori https://vuoriclothing.com/thedink Not only will you receive 20% off your first purchase, but enjoy free shipping on any U.S. orders over $75 and free returns Swimply is like AirBnb for pickleball courts. Find your perfect court at https://www.swimply.com/pickleball?utm_source=Partner&utm_medium=Banner&utm_campaign=Launch&utm_id=Dink Rep the latest in dink branded merch at https://repthedink.com/ ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/signup/ -Follow us on IG *@thedinkpickleball* -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ Show Notes: 0:00 Zane toes the line 5:46 Okay let's start the podcast - MLP sit-outs 10:56 Fans of PicklePod out in the streets - Bounce event in Nashville 15:00 Agents of Change take on the MLP Freeze 19:19 Tyson and Tyler meet again at MLP 24:50 Pablo is inadvertently the bad boy of pickleball 25:50 Who gets first dibs act Jack Sock in 2024? 29:27 USA Pickleball and 99% of players 39:20 Viewers weigh in on Tyson and Tyler 41:38 MLP Atlanta Preview - Zane's X factor 48:05 Group B is loaded 51:30 Group C predictions 54:40 SAN Questions 58:58 Best parent/child pro duos in pickleball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zane and Thomas wade through the Tour Wars fallout on a new episode of PicklePod. MLP Atlanta is a go, but there is still plenty of bad blood among owners, players, and staff. Speaking of bad blood, the McGuffin vs. Loong feud rages from the court to podcasts and to Twitter. There is speculation on holdouts, renegotiations, and how this new organization can function moving forward. Zane and Thomas cover Zane's injury and recap their head-to-head results from last week. To support Stop Alzheimers Now and submit your question for the pod visit: https://www.stopalzheimersnow.org/donate.html Shop performance-driven comfort from Vuori https://vuoriclothing.com/thedink Not only will you receive 20% off your first purchase, but enjoy free shipping on any U.S. orders over $75 and free returns Swimply is like AirBnb for pickleball courts. Find your perfect court at https://www.swimply.com/pickleball?utm_source=Partner&utm_medium=Banner&utm_campaign=Launch&utm_id=Dink Rep the latest in dink branded merch at https://repthedink.com/ ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/signup/ -Follow us on IG *@thedinkpickleball* -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball ------------------ Show Notes: 0:00 Honcho winners get to play Zane 2 on 1 3:56 Singles is 5 years behind doubles 7:02 Contracts will need to be touched up 13:29 Tennis players entering the mix 18:50 Paddle companies choosing from top talent 23:49 Tyson's flips the bird at PPA Cincy 33:20 Pickle4444 with the inside information 42:19 Pros overcoming bad blood 47:40 I will clean out the porta-potties 50:47 Where does USA Pickleball stand? 57:47 Annonymous accounts coming for Zane 1:08:14 Ken Hermann the last OG left 1:10:42 No more relegation - What 2024 looks like Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America's fastest growing sport is feeling growing pains.  Pickleball has exploded in popularity in the last few years, especially among older people looking for ways to socialize and keep in shape. Described as a mashup of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, the sport is relatively easy to learn and fun to play.  In 2022, there were 8.9 million U.S. pickleball players over age six, according to a 2023 Sports & Fitness Industry Association report referenced by USA Pickleball, the sport's national governing body.To keep up with demand, cities across Minnesota have been adding pickleball courts. Life Time, the Chanhassen-based fitness chain, has built about 500 courts nationwide and plans to double that to 1,000 by the end of 2024. And private pickleball clubs are popping up to offer beginner classes, leagues and tournaments.  But with popularity have come challenges, including injuries, complaints about noise from neighbors, fights over court time and a struggle to keep the game friendly and affordable for beginners.  MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the popularity of pickleball and its future.   Guests:  Fuyei Xaykaothao is the founder of PikNinja Sports in Eagan, Minn., which makes pickleball gear and paddles. He's also a former college tennis player and a former associate director of the non-profit St. Paul Urban Tennis.  Justin Hammerback is co-owner of Dropshot Pickleball Club in Shakopee, Minn., which opened nine indoor pickleball courts this summer.  Trent Stensrud is a pickleball player and physical therapist with TRIA in Bloomington, Minn. He just self-published a book called “Pain-Free Pickleball” on how to avoid injuries.  Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS. Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.    

Pickleball fever has swept Philly — and the nation. A mix of badminton, tennis, and ping-pong, the game is now the fastest growing sport in America, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. Philly alone is home to more than a dozen public and private pickleball courts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Andrew Freedman, an instructor and ambassador for USA Pickleball, about why this sport is so popular and how you can start playing. For more information about Andrew's pickleball meetups in Seger Park, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We're also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the fastest growing sport in America, but some are finding themselves in a real pickle after playing. USA Pickleball CEO Mike Nealy joins Julia to discuss the sports' explosive growth in the US, and the estimate that player injuries could be responsible for up to half a billion dollars in medical bills this year.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Emerging sports outside the big four of football, basketball, baseball, and hockey can face an uphill climb in gaining participants and a fan base. Leagues such as Fan Controlled Football and the World Surf League must get creative to find their niche among sports fans in a market saturated with options.However, when a sport catches on, it can grow rapidly. That's the case with pickleball, which entered 2023 enjoying a three-year stretch as America's fastest-growing sport. A 2022 survey by the Association of Pickleball Professionals estimates that there are 36.5 million pickleball players in the US, making it the third-most popular sport/activity in the country behind only biking and running and ahead of established stalwarts like basketball, baseball, and soccer. Moreover, the sport is popular across age brackets and even has a multi-year distribution deal with streaming giant Amazon Prime, which will broadcast four tournaments per year.Today's guest on the WorkInSports Podcast, USA Pickleball Director of Communications and Content Melissa Zhang, joined the organization in late 2022 and is channeling the sport's explosive growth in popularity. Zhang specialized in growing Olympic sports through her time with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (stints in 2018– 19 and 2020– 21) and USA Handball (2019– 21). She also spent a year doing internal communications with PointsBet (2022) during its growth period after sports betting became legal in more states. On today's episode, Zhang and WorkInSports VP of Content and Engaged Learning Brian Clapp discuss:• How Zhang got into the sports industry as a political science/psychology double major at UCLA• How she approaches USA Pickleball's content strategy to continue the sport's growth• How she has grown as a leader in her Director role• How aspiring sports professionals can forge their path in the sports industryEnjoy the full episode for all of Zhang's sports career advice, and subscribe to the WorkInSports Podcast to catch every episode when it gets published. You can also check out additional content on our YouTube channel!

Samuel Felberbaum is President at Prinx Chengshan Tire. He came to Prinx from Toyo Tires, where he was the Director of Sales for eight years. His passion is in helping companies set up and implement marketing initiatives that increase customer growth, improve retention, and drive revenue. Samuel is a big sports enthusiast, especially when it comes to the New York Yankees. In this episode… What is the best way to reach your target customer demographic? Is it always through social media, or could there be another effective way? What if it was to be the main sponsor of an event that features an increasingly popular activity?  According to Prinx Chengshan Tire's Samuel Felberbaum — whose company promotes the Fortune tire brand and targets business-to-business, regional wholesalers — his executive team has recently signed a multi-year deal to be the official tire of USA Pickleball. Samuel said it was a good fit for Fortune and his team is hopeful that this will be a great way to gain new customers and expand the brand. On this episode of Gain Traction, Mike Edge is joined by Samuel to discuss marketing a tire brand to business-to-business wholesalers. Samuel speaks about his past experiences which have proven to be valuable in his current position, becoming the official tire of USA Pickleball, the region of the U.S. where the Fortune brand is particularly strong, ways customers can find Fortune tires, and upcoming challenges and goals. Don't miss it! Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:  Samuel Felberbaum discusses his background and shares what led him to Prinx Chengshan Tire Who are Prinx's ideal customers? The tire brands Prinx works with  Samuel makes a big sponsorship announcement What past experiences were valuable in preparing Samuel for his role as President of Prinx? The biggest challenges in the tire industry with the Fortune brand Resources mentioned in this episode: Samuel Felberbaum on LinkedIn Fortune Tires Traction Summit 2023 Smithers Mike Edge on LinkedIn Tread Partners Sponsor for this episode... This episode is brought to you by Tread Partners.  At Tread Partners, we provide digital marketing for multi-location tire dealers and auto repair shops.  By using our strategy, branding, and marketing services, we help shops sell more tires and put more cars in bays. We've helped companies like Action Gator Tire, Colony Tire and Service, and Ulmer's Auto Care Center bring extreme growth in paid leads, ROI, and searches.  So, what are you waiting for? Visit www.treadpartners.com or email info@treadpartners.com to learn more. 

Marshall Pura, USA Pickleball & Combat Vet event in the works.USA Reservist, Pickleball enthusiast, and promoter, marathon runner,Combat Vet Pickleball event 11 June 2023 in Glendale CA. 16 Combat Vets to participate. this is considered an adaptive sport and is the fastest-growing sport for the last three years, set to be an Olympic sport sometime in the next eight years. Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gArSApyf9N8LINKS:https://nonprofitarchitect.org/combat-vet-vision/https://www.facebook.com/iconutilityservices/photos/pcb.3282304212030773/3282304082030786/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqvd5sUEtC9xkm7ejGNK5Zw/featuredhttps://www.facebook.com/aqseiberthttps://www.facebook.com/CombatVetVisionEmail: Aqseibert@yahoo.comThe Warrior Built Foundation - https://warriorbuilt.org/The PTSD Foundation of America - https://ptsdusa.org/Virtual Office(Come see me) Virbella.comSponsorsSitch Radio - https://sitchradio.com/If you would like to become a sponsor or advertiser Call Sitch Radio (714) 643-2500 X 1I part of the solution or the problem.PTSD FOA Warrior Group Chaptershttps://ptsdusa.org/about-us/chapters/

The bad boy of pickleball DJ Young joins the PicklePod to discuss his run-in with the law. Young is the first player to be fined on the PPA Tour. DJ breaks news about not being able to use his paddle at PPA Austin. The guys discuss USA Pickleball revamping the paddle testing process, Nationals' new home, and Dude Perfect joining the list of MLP owners. Plus, the winner of the merch giveaway is announced. Show Notes: 0:00 DJ needs to sign a waiver 4:50 The ‘How much did you get fined?' game 9:20 Zane's paddle sells out after it gets challenged 13:40 DJ's hip thrust routine 18:20 Paddle throwing competition 21:28 Paddles or PEDs for a bigger advantage 39:00 What's actually being said between players on-court? 47:38 Dude Perfect invests in an MLP team 56:15 Let's bring DJ to a rage room 1:00:00 New paddle testing overhaul 1:14:29 Nationals is moving from CA to TX 1:23:34 Collin Shick's breakout weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carl (also now a co-author) celebrates the debut of PICKLEBALL FOR DUMMIES, now Amazon's #1 best-selling pickleball book. Super fun lead-in with three past guests: comedian Greg Schwem, pickleball aficionado Bob Franceschelli and pickleball author Mike Branon. They muse about their first pickleball experience and their obsession with today's fastest growing sport in America. Mo Nard (Co-Author) chimes in, totally stoked after stepping off her live television interview on the pickleball court. Chuck Menke of USA Pickleball rounds out the episode with a perspective on the sport's popularity and what the future looks like! We'll return to our normal I Used to be Somebody programming in just two weeks (October 25th). More about Pickleball For Dummies: https://pickleballmediahq.com/book More about USA Pickleball: https://usapickleball.org

Pickleball, the madly popular sport embraced by all ages, is not without growing pains. Tim Almaguer Division Chief for Community Engagement & Strategic Partnerships at Baltimore City Recreation & Parks tells about efforts to meet demand. And Betsy Cunningham, pickleball fan, shares her grand vision for the sport: “It's a way to bring peace to our neighborhoods. First thing you do when you get on the court is you find out who you're playing with, and you say hello. And the goal of the game is not to win, the goal is to have a good time. And when you finish you congratulate the team for what a good game they played. So you win fairly, you lose fairly. I like that idea for peace, I think we could use that in Baltimore.” Links: Baltimore Pickleball, Baltimore City Recreation and Parks, USA Pickleball, Baltimore City Pickleball info.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some of the most commonly asked questions in the sport of pickleball focus on the rules of the game. Get an inside look at the rules of pickleball - including the rules revision process and some new and important rules changes for 2023 - as well as what it is like to be a pickleball referee with USA Pickleball Managing Director of Officiating, Mark Peifer. Learn a lot (like we did!) in this latest episode of Pickler The Podcast. Tune in now!

CMO of USA Pickleball Chuck Menke says pickleball is one of the easiest sports to start playing. He and the Steve Cochran Show talk about the story behind pickball's name, ways to prevent an injury while playing, and why the sport is popular right now.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the big deal with pickleball? It seems to be exploding in popularity lately. According to a report from USA Pickleball more than 4.8 million Americans picked up a pickleball racquet last year and despite the COVID pandemic, the sport has grown 39.3% over the last two years. In this edition of Living It Up with Lenise we are talking to Heath Underwood, an enthusiast of the game, to see what the fuss is all about.

Pro pickleball player Tyson McGuffin is joined by his trainer, Craig Feistner, for episode 42 of The McGuffin Pickleball Show. McGuffin and Feistner discuss Tyson's pickleball training regiment, their common love for wrestling and fighting, how Craig built is fitness & training business, and how Tyson McGuffin has established himself as one of the best pro pickleball players in the world. The McGuffin Pickleball Show is a pickleball show/pickleball podcast hosted by top-ranked pro pickleball players Tyson McGuffin and Kyle McKenzie. The McGuffin Show features special guests regularly, and consistently covers the latest pickleball news, pickleball highlights, pickleball lessons, and pickleball drama on the major pickleball tours, including the PPA Tour, APP Tour, Major League Pickleball and USA Pickleball. Subscribe to the McGuffin Pickleball Club YouTube channel to stay up to date with all of the latest Tyson McGuffin Pickleball highlights, The McGuffin Show Podcast episodes, Tyson McGuffin Pickleball Lesson and Pickleball Coaching videos, TM Boiler Room Breakdown (Pickleball film analysis) and much more Pickleball content.

Stu Upson, CEO of USA Pickleball explains the sport.

Rob discusses pickleball in the Big Apple and the NYSE. Casey gets coaching advice from Rob and the boys discuss the SI pickleball article as well as new USA Pickleball formats. Links: FreestyleBoys.com Casey Patterson IG Freestyle Boys IG Rob Nunnery IG Rob Nunnery The Cost of Pro Pickleball --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-freestyle-boys/message

My guest today and I have never met, but we do have 56 mutual friends on Facebook. His first season was in Club Med Sandpiper in October of 1991 as a Mini Club Scuba G.O. Originally from Chicago and now living in the Golden State, please help me welcome, Dan Beeman! Dan flew from Chicago to New York for his interview with Club Med and because he had taken a Scuba course in school, he was offered the Mini Club position in Sandpiper. Eventually Dan became a Scuba instructor while still working in Club Med. As you can imagine, he has many funny stories and he shares them with us in this episode. Before Club Med, Dan was an Airborne Paratrooper in the US Army stationed in Germany. He has a Masters of Hospitality degree from UNLV where he studied tourism with a specialization in Sustainable Tourism. Dan is also a pickleball ambassador for Head, USA Pickleball and the International Pickleball Federation Ambassador in California, Mexico and the Caribbean. And because of his love for the sport of pickleball, Dan also wrote an award-winning, buddy comedy screenplay called “Pickleballs!-The Movie”. Please visit his website (see link below) which has links to the two books he wrote and it is here you can see pictures of the famous “Pickle Palace”, a luxury, turnkey bed and breakfast that he owns in Palm Desert, California. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts. **My First Season podcast has always been free to listen to and is available on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podbean App, Spotify, Amazon Music/Audible, TuneIn + Alexa, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, Pandora and Listen Notes.  https://danbman.com/?fbclid=IwAR2KhHXn63PDkrWaa2TP6UyxtV6PZsU4Zp_ds162ZFxkzZHjQw4fsGnRCpA  

Laura Gainor joins to add to the discussion around Pickleball and how it's exploding across communities in addition to the professional side of the sport. For a limited time during 2022, use the code “LIFO” for 15% off one-time packs on sujajuice.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lifeinthefrontoffice/message

Stu Upson, CEO of USA Pickleball joins Jake, and Andy to talk about the explosion of Pickleball across the country and world. We dink it up for a conversation about how to grow a sport from the ground up! For a limited time during 2022, use the code “LIFO” for 15% off one-time packs on sujajuice.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lifeinthefrontoffice/message

The Sports and Fitness Industry Association has made it official in its latest trends report: pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the country. Over the past two years, participation is up 39 percent, including an increase of more than 20 percent from 2019 to 2020 when the pandemic helped drive the sport's appeal. Leading the charge on the sport's growth is USA Pickleball, which boasts 50,000 members and a robust events series that is also gaining momentum. Stu Upson, a veteran of the sports-events industry has been CEO since December 2020 and is leading the organization into the future with new sponsorship deals, broadcast deals for its largest events and a steady hand as the sport navigates questions of a gap in venues and a rapid rise of manufacturers and others wanting in on the action. In addition, professional leagues are sprouting, including some that are inking impressive hosting deals in some of the largest sports venues in the country. In this conversation with SportsTravel Executive Editor and Publisher Jason Gewirtz, Upson discusses what has accounted for the sport's growth in popularity, when venues will catch up with demand, what the event landscape looks like and what the biggest threats may be to the continued power of pickleball to gain new followers and fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On weekday mornings, community members gather to send whiffle-ball like objects flying through the air at the Center Street Gym. If you stick around, they'll tell you how pickleball is not just a sport – it's a lifestyle. And Moab's passion for pickleball is not just a local trend. According to USA Pickleball, over 5 million people have a hankering for the sport. Moab City is now working on building dedicated pickleball courts for local and visiting players. Plus, kava is a plant used to make a traditional drink consumed throughout the diverse cultures of Polynesia. Our radio partners report on how it's connecting cultures here in Utah, too. // And, the Weekly News Reel where we check in with reporters on their latest stories of the Moab area. Doug McMurdo of The Times-Independent discusses damages at the Mill Canyon Dinosaur Tracksite, a new housing development on Kane Creek, and a shortage of substitute teachers in Grand County schools. Alison Harford of the Moab Sun News talks local reactions to the dinosaur tracksite damage, a mosquito researcher presenting at the last Science Moab on tap, and registration opening for spring youth sports. // Show Notes // Photo: A Moab pickleball player at the Center Street Gym. The sport is growing nationwide, and more communities – like Moab – are asking for dedicated courts. // Moab Pickleball: Players currently meet at the Center Street Gym on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 9AM. There are other groups who meet throughout the week at the tennis courts. Find out more by contacting Steve Russell at 435-210-0205 or Moab City Parks and Recreation at 435-259-225. // USA Pickleball https://usapickleball.org // UPR: Kava traditions – how one drink connects people across cultures https://www.upr.org/utah-news/2022-02-01/kava-traditions-how-one-drink-connects-people-across-cultures // Weekly News Reel Mentions: // The Times-Independent: BLM allegedly damages Mill Canyon tracksite https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/blm-allegedly-damages-mill-canyon-tracksite/ // The Times-Independent: ‘Some housing is better than no housing' https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/some-housing-is-better-than-no-housing/ // The Times-Independent: Shortage of subs hurts schools impacted by COVID https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/shortage-of-subs-hurts-schools-impacted-by-covid/ // Moab Sun News: Bureau of Land Management damages dinosaur tracks https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_59d967e2-8514-11ec-a9f2-c736b80b0d1e.html // Moab Sun News: Local mosquito researcher will present at last Science Moab on Tap https://www.moabsunnews.com/get_out_and_go/article_1e984c46-8520-11ec-a4a3-57697248da3b.html // Moab Sun News: Registration opens for youth spring sports https://www.moabsunnews.com/get_out_and_go/article_df12a756-851f-11ec-a336-ff11523a987e.html

Pickler The Podcast co-hosts, Stacie Townsend and John "The People's Champ" Davison, are joined by APP and USA Pickleball broadcaster, Dominic Catalano, to review John's APP pickleball broadcast debut, learn how Dominic got into the booth, and hit on personalities in the sport of pickleball. Stacie, John, and Dominic then look back at the APP Masters and forward to the first PPA pickleball tournament of the year. Plus, a few questions from John's "fans" are sprinkled in...Subscribe to us on YouTube!Subscribe to Pickler's FREE pickleball newsletter to learn to play better pickleball: https://newsletter.thepickler.comFor more, visit https://www.thepickler.comGrab 10% off any pickleball purchases at Fromuth Pickleball with the code "10PICKLER" (some exclusions apply)!

Description: First recurring guest Zane Navratil joins the PicklePod to break down all the chaos that's happened since last episode. We discuss the massive investment in the PPA, the new contracts and how the players are reacting. Zane talks about where he stands and how the APP, USA Pickleball and MLP are impacted by the recent developments. It's a crazy time to be in pickleball, and Zane is right in the middle of it.  0:10 Welcoming Zane back to the pod and talk about his move to Austin 5:10 Zane's new business and domain speculation 10:10 Discrepancies with the Dink Awards 12:55 Tom Dundon, Pickleball Chaos, PPA Contracts 31:55 The APP's Response 36:55 Zane's take on the spin-serve rulings (that never end) 45:10 Zane drops and the guys give updates Socials Follow The Dink Pickleball Twitter Facebook Instagram TikTok Official Website Follow Tyson Apostol Twitter Facebook Instagram TikTok Official Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pickler The Podcast co-hosts, Stacie Townsend and John "The People's Champ" Davison sit down to do what they do every weekend, which is watch the pro pickleball players compete at some of the largest pickleball tournaments around the country. In episode #3, they sit down to watch the USA Pickleball National Championships in Indian Wells, California, along with Olivia McMillan. Stacie, John and Olivia talk pickleball - in particular, partnership tips, comments on the pros, struggles on the pickleball court, and recap the 2021 USA Pickleball National Championships.

In order to use a paddle in a USA-sanctioned tournament, it needs to meet certain specifications. Carl Schmits, director of Equipment Standards for USA Pickleball, talks about how the paddle manufacturers push the limits and how the evaluation process has evolved. 

We are honored to to have former podcast guests Steve Paranto and Wes Gabrielsen join us to to discuss USA Pickleball's decision to create a second Pickleball Hall of Fame. Tune in, and share your questions and comments as well! #pickleball #eddieandwebby #pickleballpodcast -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out Eddie & Webby on other social media platforms: Website: https://eddieandwebby.com/ GET MERCH HERE: https://eddieandwebby.com/store Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EddieAndWebby Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eddieandwebby/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/eddieandwebby

Listen up, Pretty Picklers! Today's episode is PACKED with pivotal pickleball information you do not want to miss! We are chatting with The USA Pickleball Association about everything this incredible organization is doing to grow the sport of pickleball and everything YOU can do to help! We're joined by Stu Upson, CEO, and Karen Parrish, Managing Director of Competition, who give us the low down on the benefits of participating in a USA Pickleball sanctioned event, tips on where to start when registering for tournaments, and what you can do to be a pickleball ambassador! Tune in!   About USA Pickleball:  The USA Pickleball Association (USA Pickleball) is the national governing body for the sport of pickleball in the US and provides players with official rules, tournaments, rankings and promotional materials. The association is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation and governed by a board of directors and professional staff who provide the guidance and infrastructure for the continued growth and development of the sport. Stu Upson is the Chief Executive Officer of USA Pickleball, the national governing body for the sport. Prior to joining USA Pickleball, Stu was the Chief Operating Officer at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island for 6 years. Stu's previous sports management positions include Executive Director of the United States Bowling Congress (the national governing body of bowling), Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Skip Barber Racing, and Senior Vice President of Sports and Entertainment Marketing at First USA Bank. His sports and entertainment experience began when he joined Major League Baseball Properties as Vice President of Business Development after several years of working at New York advertising agencies.  Karen Parrish is the Managing Director of Competition of USA Pickleball. Prior to accepting this position, Karen was the Regional Director of the Atlantic South Region from 2014 to 2018 and then the District Ambassador for the Emerald Coast District of FL for 1 year prior to accepting her current position.  Karen has been involved in sports for over 40 years.  Coaching and teaching pickleball, softball, baseball and many other youth programs throughout her career.  Karen was the Pickleball Director for the Emerald Coast as well as the Projects Manager of many special events for the City of Destin.  One of her favorite quotes is "I Never Lose, Either I Win or I Learn."   Karen recently moved from Destin, FL to Scottsdale, AZ and is married with 2 children. Resources Mentioned: Learn more about https://usapickleball.org/ (USA Pickleball) Follow USA Pickleball on https://www.instagram.com/usapickleball/ (Instagram) Connect with USA Pickleball on https://www.facebook.com/usapickleballassociation/ (Facebook) Check out USA Pickleball on https://twitter.com/usapickleball (Twitter) Catch exciting pickleball footage on the USA Pickleball https://www.youtube.com/user/usapickleball2 (Youtube Channel) Learn more about https://www.prettypicklers.com/ (The Pretty Picklers) Follow The Pretty Picklers on https://www.instagram.com/prettypicklers/ (IG @PrettyPicklers ) Connect with The Pretty Picklers https://www.facebook.com/prettypicklers (on Facebook!)

The game of pickleball may be foreign to you now, but it’s one of the fastest growing games around the world. George Bauernfeind, CMO of USA Pickleball, joins John Landecker to explain the origins of the game and how you too can be a pickleball pro.

This episode features the Managing Director of Competition for USA Pickleball, Karen Parrish. Tune in to hear her and Morgan talk all about this upcoming Nationals at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden - primarily, what it is going to take to get in. You don't want to miss it!   Find out more about the podcast on pickleball.fm or follow @MoreorLessPickleball on Facebook.   Find out more about Morgan: Morgan's Facebook CoachME Pickleball   Find out more about USA Pickleball https://usapickleball.org/   Sponsors: CoachME Pickleball Selkirk Sport and the new Vanguard Paddle