Sweet Lobs

In this episode, Kevin and Skye sit down with Elaina from the Recreational Pickleball Players Association (RPPA) to explore the exciting app she’s created for pickleball players everywhere. Elaina shares her journey into pickleball, her biggest takeaways from PickleCon, and how the RPPA is shaping the future of recreational play.   And that’s not all—this week’s episode was “guest recorded” in Noblesville, IN, at the stunning new podcast studio inside this region’s Everbowl headquarters. It’s an inspiring conversation about innovation, community, and passion for the game we all love.       Discounts & Deals for Our Listeners     Friday Pickle – Grab top-tier paddles at unbeatable prices! https://fridaypickle.com/discount/KEVIN27782 Revolin Sports – Eco-friendly paddles made with sustainable materials. Use code KEVIN at checkout: http://revolinsports.com Basky Pickleball – Help support this young man (Basky) launching his own paddle brand – they are solid paddles! Use code KEVIN10 for 10% off at: https://baskyspickleball.com/kevinhuff Five Point 0 – Premium pickleball gear built for competitive players. Use code SweetLobs for 10% off: https://fivepoint0.com JoJo + Lo – Stylish, functional pickleball bags and gear. Use code SweetLobs for 15% off: https://jojoandlo.com  

 Sweet Lobs Season 2, Episode 12 This week, Kevin and Skye sit down with Chris from Pickle Up Pro (PUP) — the inventive mind behind a new pickleball product that instantly grabbed Kevin’s attention… and his wallet. Chris shares the story behind PUP, what inspired the design, and how it’s helping players step up their game.   Of course, Kevin and Skye can’t resist circling back to PickleCon during their conversation with Chris, who dishes on what he's still buzzing about, what they’ve been debating since the event, and whether PickleCon has set a new bar for pickleball gatherings going forward.  TLDR: It hasn’t!   Expect a mix of innovation, honest takes, and plenty of laughs as the duo keeps the pickleball conversation rolling.

Sweet Lobs – Season 2, Episode 11 In this episode, Kevin and Skye dive headfirst into their full review of PickleCon — one of the biggest pickleball gatherings of the year (?). From the moment they walked through the doors, they were met with the buzz of paddles popping, vendors hustling, and the smell of bbq in the air. They share what impressed them most, including some innovative new products. But it’s not all dinks and drop shots — Kevin and Skye also give their honest takes on what could have been better, from layout flow to amenities. If you’ve ever thought about attending PickleCon, this episode will give you the inside scoop on whether it’s worth the trip. And of course, it wouldn’t be Sweet Lobs without a few side tangents, laughs, and the occasional debate..     Discounts & Deals for Our Listeners   Friday Pickle – Grab top-tier paddles at unbeatable prices! https://fridaypickle.com/discount/KEVIN27782 Revolin Sports – Eco-friendly paddles made with sustainable materials. Use code KEVIN at checkout: http://revolinsports.com Basky Pickleball – Help support this young man (Basky) launching his own paddle brand – they are solid paddles! Use code KEVIN10 for 10% off at: https://baskyspickleball.com/kevinhuff Five Point 0 – Premium pickleball gear built for competitive players. Use code SweetLobs for 10% off: https://fivepoint0.com JoJo + Lo – Stylish, high-quality pickleball bags and gear for on and off the court. Use code SweetLobs for 15% off: https://jojoandlo.com  

Season 2, Episode 10 Overview:   Welcome back to Sweet Lobs, where things are heating up on and off the court! In this episode, Skye and Kevin cover a lot of ground—from the latest MLP trades and how they might shake up the league, to the looming paddle regulation changes that have players and manufacturers on edge. We also tackle a hot-button listener question: Is tournament saturation hurting the sport? Our answers may surprise you.   Of course, it wouldn’t be a Sweet Lobs episode without some laughs from Skye along the way...and she doesn't disappoint!   If you love pickleball and have opinions (or want some), this one’s for you.   ⸻   Discounts & Deals for Our Listeners •Friday Pickle – Grab top-tier paddles at unbeatable prices! https://fridaypickle.com/discount/KEVIN27782 •Revolin Sports – Eco-friendly paddles made with sustainable materials. Use code KEVIN at checkout: http://revolinsports.com •Basky Pickleball – Help support this young man launching his own paddle brand – solid paddles, solid story! Use code KEVIN10 for 10% off: https://baskyspickleball.com/kevinhuff •Five Point 0 – Premium pickleball gear built for competitive players. Use code SweetLobs for 10% off: https://fivepoint0.com •JoJo + Lo – Jewelry made for life on and off the court. Use code SweetLobs for 10% off: https://jojoandlo.com

Sweet Lobs – Season 2, Episode 9 In this episode of Sweet Lobs, we wrap up the road trip with big tournament energy! Kevin and Skye dig into the highlights and heartbreaks of the MLP Mid-Season Tournament, break down all the action from the Beer City Open, pontificate on the QD firing, and share a few favorite moments from the road. Plus, a must-hear PSA on pickleball ticket scams—don’t get duped. We’ve seen it happen, and we’re here to help you avoid it.    Discounts & Deals for Our Listeners Friday Pickle – Grab top-tier paddles at unbeatable prices! https://fridaypickle.com/discount/KEVIN27782 Revolin Sports – Eco-friendly paddles made with sustainable materials. Use code KEVIN at checkout: http://revolinsports.com Basky Pickleball – Help support this young man (Basky) launching his own paddle brand – they are solid paddles! Use code KEVIN10 for 10% off at: https://baskyspickleball.com/kevinhuff Five Point 0 – Premium pickleball gear built for competitive players. Use code SweetLobs for 10% off: https://fivepoint0.com JoJo + Lo – Pickleball lifestyle gear that’s just… better. Use code SWEETLOBS for 10% off: https://jojoandlo.com