Digest

The podcast begins with a discussion about the NBA Finals, with Eddie making a controversial bet by picking both the Celtics and Mavericks to win. The group then discusses their favorite storylines for the series, with Kevin rooting for the Celtics and Eddie expressing his desire to see Luka Doncic win a championship. They also discuss the upcoming Hard Knocks season, which will feature the Chicago Bears and their young quarterback, Caleb Williams. The group debates whether the Bears are a good choice for the show, considering the potential distractions that come with being on Hard Knocks. The podcast concludes with a discussion about Caitlyn Clark, a star player in the WNBA, and the hate she receives from some fans. Eddie expresses his support for Clark and her talent, and the group discusses the absurdity of the hate she receives. The podcast then transitions to an interview with Ryan, the coach and general manager of the Texas Ranchers, a Major League Pickleball team. Ryan discusses the unique aspects of coaching pickleball, including the importance of scouting and understanding the rapidly evolving meta of the sport. He also talks about the draft process, which was an auction-based draft this year, and the challenges of building a team with players who have different skill sets and playing styles. Ryan also shares his thoughts on the future of pickleball, and how the sport is becoming increasingly popular and competitive. The podcast ends with a call to action to listen to more episodes on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Outlines

00:00:00

NBA Finals Predictions

This Chapter discusses the upcoming NBA Finals, with Eddie making a controversial bet by picking both the Celtics and Mavericks to win. The group then discusses their favorite storylines for the series, with Kevin rooting for the Celtics and Eddie expressing his desire to see Luka Doncic win a championship.

00:30:11

Hard Knocks: Chicago Bears

This Chapter discusses the upcoming Hard Knocks season, which will feature the Chicago Bears and their young quarterback, Caleb Williams. The group debates whether the Bears are a good choice for the show, considering the potential distractions that come with being on Hard Knocks.

00:34:25

Caitlyn Clark and the WNBA

This Chapter discusses Caitlyn Clark, a star player in the WNBA, and the hate she receives from some fans. Eddie expresses his support for Clark and her talent, and the group discusses the absurdity of the hate she receives.

00:43:49

Card Grading

This Chapter discusses the process of grading sports cards, with Eddie sharing his experiences with getting his cards graded and the challenges of getting a high grade. He also talks about the different types of cards and their value, and the importance of understanding the grading process.

00:46:13

Pickleball Interview

This Chapter features an interview with Ryan, the coach and general manager of the Texas Ranchers, a Major League Pickleball team. Ryan discusses the unique aspects of coaching pickleball, including the importance of scouting and understanding the rapidly evolving meta of the sport. He also talks about the draft process, which was an auction-based draft this year, and the challenges of building a team with players who have different skill sets and playing styles. Ryan also shares his thoughts on the future of pickleball, and how the sport is becoming increasingly popular and competitive.

01:25:52

Call to Action

This Chapter encourages listeners to subscribe to the podcast on various platforms, including iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, and other podcasting apps.

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Q&A

• Who is Eddie rooting for in the NBA Finals?

  Eddie is rooting for both the Celtics and the Mavericks to win the NBA Finals.

• What is the main topic of discussion regarding the Hard Knocks season?

  The main topic of discussion is whether the Chicago Bears are a good choice for the show, considering the potential distractions that come with being on Hard Knocks.

• What is the group's opinion on Caitlyn Clark?

  The group expresses their support for Caitlyn Clark and her talent, and they discuss the absurdity of the hate she receives from some fans.

• What is the difference between premier and challenger leagues in Major League Pickleball?

  Premier is like varsity, while challenger is like JV. The top three teams in the challenger league can be promoted to the premier league at the end of the season.

• How does the draft process work in Major League Pickleball?

  The draft is an auction-based draft, where teams bid on draft slots, not players. Teams have a certain amount of money to spend, and they can bid on players in real time.

• What are some of the challenges of coaching pickleball?

  One of the challenges is that the meta of the sport is constantly evolving, so coaches need to be constantly scouting and learning new strategies. Another challenge is that players have different skill sets and playing styles, so coaches need to be able to build a team that can work together effectively.

• What is the future of pickleball?

  Pickleball is becoming increasingly popular and competitive, and Ryan believes that the sport has a bright future. He also believes that the sport is still in its early stages of development, and that there is a lot of potential for growth.

• What is the origin of the name pickleball?

  The name pickleball comes from the family dog of the game's inventor, who was named Pickles. The dog would often chase after the ball during games, and the name stuck.

• How does a team win a championship in Major League Pickleball?

  The season consists of six weekend events, with 15 matches each. There is also a mid-season playoff and a culmination of finals and playoffs at the end of the year. The team that wins the most matches throughout the season is crowned the champion.

• Where can listeners find more episodes of the podcast?

  Listeners can find more episodes on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever they get their podcasts.

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