Pickleball Addiction

In this episode, I speak with Chris Olson from Pickleball Studio. This was a super fun episode with lots of laughs. Chris is the internet's leading pickleball paddle reviewer and has grown his channel significantly in the few years that he's been running his podcast with Pickleball Will (see last episode).In this episode, we chat about:His background in speedcubing and filmmakingHow he got into pickleballPickleball documentaries he's worked onWhat he enjoys about creating pickleball contentHis aspirations for playing pickleballHis process for paddle testingThe growth of Pickleball in MinnesotaThe future of PickleballI hope you enjoy the show. Website: https://pickleballstudio.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PickleballStudioInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepickleballstudio/----10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.coPickleball Addiction newsletter:www.pickleballaddiction.news----FOLLOW PICKLEBALL ADDICTION:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddiction/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253570220371967LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pickleball-addiction/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_pickleaddict

In today's episode, I talk with Will Chaing, also known as 'Pickleball Will'. We discuss his time before pickleball, how he started working with Chris Olsen from the Pickleball Studio, his content creation for some of Pickleball's biggest brands, and future projects he has planned.Will is one of the most well-known names among pickleball content creators, he's such a friendly guy and it was a pleasure speaking with him. I hope you enjoy the interview.https://www.youtube.com/@PickleballWillhttps://www.youtube.com/@PickleballStudiohttps://www.instagram.com/pickleballwill/www.pickleballwill.com----10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.coPickleball Addiction newsletter:www.pickleballaddiction.news----FOLLOW PICKLEBALL ADDICTION:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddiction/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253570220371967LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pickleball-addiction/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_pickleaddict

In this episode, I talk with Dale Young, cofounder of Six Zero. We take a journey down the vortex of Six Zero's explosive growth in the pickleball paddle market.As a new entrant to the market, Dale accidentally became the founder of a highly successful pickleball brand for something that was only meant to be a hobby.We discuss Dale's work in Africa before pickleball, innovations that he has brought to the paddle, and thoughts and plans for the future of pickleball and paddle technology.This is a super interesting discussion from the cofounder of one of the fastest-growing brands in pickleball. Enjoy the ride!Web: https://sixzeropickleball.com/Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sixzeropickleball/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sixzeropickleball/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/six-zero-pickleball-271027259/----10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.coPickleball Addiction newsletter:www.pickleballaddiction.news----FOLLOW PICKLEBALL ADDICTION:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddiction/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253570220371967LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pickleball-addiction/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_pickleaddict

In this episode, I talk with Rhodri Oliver. Rhodri has been very successful in starting a pickleball club with over 100 players and we discuss how he went about this and how he maintains a positive environment for players at his club. We also talk about his recent success at the English Nationals where he managed to claim a Gold Medal and MVP in the MLP Style Event. ----10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.coPickleball Addiction newsletter: www.pickleballaddiction.news----FOLLOW PICKLEBALL ADDICTION:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddiction/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253570220371967LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pickleball-addiction/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_pickleaddict

In this episode, I talk with Brian Lim, host of the popular podcast Building Pickleball.We discuss his range of careers from a former pro-MMA fighter, pastry cook and UX Designer to Pickleball Podcast host before discussing some of the interviews he's conducted with some of the biggest names in pickleball.We also discuss the growth of Pickleball in the US and Austin, get Brian's view on how pickleball coaching could evolve to be more effective and his vision for pickleball in the next 12-24 months.Brian is great to listen to so I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did.Building Pickleball Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@buildingpickleballBuilding Pickleball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildingpickleball/----10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.coPickleball Addiction newsletter: www.pickleballaddiction.news----FOLLOW PICKLEBALL ADDICTION:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddiction/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253570220371967LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pickleball-addiction/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_pickleaddict

In this episode, I speak with Thaddea Lock, the UK's number 1 woman's pickleball player. We discuss:Her background and how she got into Pickleball. It's probably not how you think!Thaddea's medal success at the NationalsThaddea's recent trip to America to play the APPWhat a week looks like as a pro pickleball playerThe work she is doing in pickleball todayEvent's she planning on attending in the coming monthsThaddea is a great ambassador for the sport and really enthusiastic about pickleball which makes for a great episode. Enjoy!https://www.instagram.com/thaddea23/https://www.facebook.com/thaddea.lock----10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.coPickleball Addiction newsletter: www.pickleballaddiction.news----FOLLOW PICKLEBALL ADDICTION:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddiction/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253570220371967LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pickleball-addiction/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_pickleaddict

In this episode, we talk with Truc Vo and Bastian Grau from Joola about their personal experiences in Pickleball, the growth of Pickleball, Joola's participation in the sport and what we can expect in the next 12 months. Follow:https://www.instagram.com/joolaeurope.pb/https://www.instagram.com/bastig_pb/----10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.coPickleball Addiction newsletter: www.pickleballaddiction.news----FOLLOW PICKLEBALL ADDICTION:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddiction/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253570220371967LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pickleball-addiction/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_pickleaddict

Premier Pickleball League Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/premierpbleague/Premier Pickleball League Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/premierleaguepickleball/Premier Pickleball League Live Streams: https://www.raqt.tv/Premier Pickleball League on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PremierLeaguePickleball----10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.coPickleball Addiction newsletter: www.pickleballaddiction.news-----It's the Premier Pickleball League's (PPL) inaugural season. A place for top players to meet and compete on a more regular basis and showcase the UK's best talent.Halfway through the season, we catch up with one of the founders, Ed Hares, to discuss why the league was set up, what's happened so far, learnings for season one, and the exciting expansion plans for season 2.----FOLLOW PICKLEBALL ADDICTION:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddiction/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253570220371967LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pickleball-addiction/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_pickleaddict

DISCOUNT CODE:10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.co.Pickleball Addiction newsletter:www.pickleballaddiction.news.FOLLOW:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddiction/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253570220371967LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pickleball-addiction/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_pickleaddictThe English Nationals are upon us and the event kicks off on Thursday with the MLP-style event.The draft for the MLP event has been carried out and Pickleball Addiction has sponsored a team at this year's event.The Pickleball Addiction Team is:Thaddea LockRhodri OliverElaine BrownMark JohnsonIn this episode, we meet the team and learn a little bit about them.Join us on Thursday at the English Nationals to support the team!MLP Style Draft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKDdfm4SIxoMLP Style Group Draw: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFJHFlxVHWc

It was a pleasure speaking with Luis de Cristobal, Director of the Mediterranean Open about the first open event being held at the illustrious Rafal Nadal Academy in Mallorca. We spoke about:- How Luis got into running pickleball events- The logistics of creating the Mediterranean Open- More than pickleball, paella and fiesta!- The courts that will be used at the event- The structure of the tournament- Initiatives to grow the sport among mentally and physically disabled people (and the special event they have planned for the open)- The growth of pickleball in Spain and getting the sport recognised by governing bodies- and moreThis was a fun episode. I hope you enjoy the discussion.

DISCOUNT CODE:10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.co.Pickleball addiction newsletter:www.pickleballaddiction.news.FOLLOW:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddiction/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/253570220371967LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pickleball-addiction/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_pickleaddictIn this episode, we talk with Elaine Shallcross who over the course of 8 years has seen a lot of change in pickleball. We discuss:Where pickleball started for herHer experience as North West Regional Director for Pickleball EnglandThe tournaments that she has been involved in, all over the worldWhat will it take for pickleball to get more funding to grow the game?Will pickleball ever become an Olympic sport?What makes a good pickleball festivalHow pickleball has changed livesand moreThis is a really interesting discussion with a veteran of pickleball in the UK.Enjoy!

In this episode, we talk we Steve Beale who has become a serial pickleball event organiser.We discuss his journey in pickleball, what got him into the events space, how to run epic events and what his vision is for events in the future.It's a long one but packed with lots of great insight behind-the-scenes running pickleball events.

At the end of October, I took a friend who has never played pickleball before to Arizona to play the locals on both outdoor and indoor courts. This is how it went! 

DISCOUNT CODE:10% discount at the Pickleball Addiction Shop with voucher code: POD10www.pickleballaddiction.co.Pickleball addiction newsletter:www.pickleballaddiction.news.FOLLOW:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teampickleballaddictionIn this interview, pickleball professional Rob Nunnery reveals how he started in pickleball, what it's like to be on the road as a professional pickleball player, his thoughts on the MLP/PPA merger, why some player partnerships work, while others don't and the projects outside playing that he's currently working.A great insight for any pickleball fan.

Sam and I met to discuss Pickleball’s past, present and future in the UK.In this episode, we cover:How Sam got into PickleballHow Pickleball has grown in the last 7 years and in particular the last 12-24 monthsThe Pickleball English Open & Nationals eventsWhat are the latest developments in Pickleball in the UKAn insight into working with Pickleball EnglandWhat are the opportunities in Pickleball?The future of Pickleball in the UKSubscribe now so you don’t miss it and other great interviews we have coming up.