Special Guests
Ep. #9: Melissa Pedroza - Teaching Pro and Co-founder of Pickleball TeamWorks
Ep. #9: Melissa Pedroza - Teaching Pro and Co-founder of Pickleball TeamWorks
Ep. #9: Melissa Pedroza - Teaching Pro and Co-founder of Pickleball TeamWorks
Melissa Pedroza is a trailblazer in the pickleball world, known for building community, inspiring players, and leading with passion. As a competitive player and advocate for the sport, she’s dedicated to growing the game and fostering meaningful connections on and off the court.
Ep. #10: Jill Martin & Dayne Gingrich Authors of Pickleball Mindset
Ep. #9: Melissa Pedroza - Teaching Pro and Co-founder of Pickleball TeamWorks
Ep. #9: Melissa Pedroza - Teaching Pro and Co-founder of Pickleball TeamWorks
Jill Martin & Dayne Gingrich, authors of Pickleball Mindset, are experts in mental toughness and peak performance. Jill, a former lawyer turned yoga instructor, and Dayne, a pro pickleball coach, share game-changing insights to help players master the mental side of pickleball and elevate their game. Order their book here.
Ep. #11: Courtney Johnson, America's Favorite Pickleball Referee
Ep. #9: Melissa Pedroza - Teaching Pro and Co-founder of Pickleball TeamWorks
Ep. #11: Courtney Johnson, America's Favorite Pickleball Referee
Courtney Johnson is one of the most respected referees in the game. With a deep understanding of the rules and a passion for fair play, she’s shaping the future of competitive pickleball at the highest level. She's officiated some of the biggest matches in pro pickleball, and stood her ground against John McEnroe at the Pickleball Slam.
Ep. #13: Albert Ibanez - The Muscle Whisperer
Ep. #14: Dr. Stormy Hill & Teri Citterman, Co-Authors of In A Pickle
Ep. #11: Courtney Johnson, America's Favorite Pickleball Referee
We sipped tequila, and got the inside scoop from the guy who somehow knows exactly where your body's falling apart — and how to put it back together again. He’s part soft tissue sorcerer, part movement mechanic, and 100% in it to keep you moving.
Find Albert at The Wellness Institute of Dallas.
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Ep. #14: Dr. Stormy Hill & Teri Citterman, Co-Authors of In A Pickle
Ep. #14: Dr. Stormy Hill & Teri Citterman, Co-Authors of In A Pickle
Ep. #14: Dr. Stormy Hill & Teri Citterman, Co-Authors of In A Pickle
Dr. Stormy Hill, a certified relationship coach and mental health therapist from Salt Lake City, and Teri Citterman, an executive coach and author based in Austin, co-authored "In A Pickle: How to Master Love and Pickleball and Not Kill Each Other." Drawing from personal experience and professional expertise, they offer couples playful st
Dr. Stormy Hill, a certified relationship coach and mental health therapist from Salt Lake City, and Teri Citterman, an executive coach and author based in Austin, co-authored "In A Pickle: How to Master Love and Pickleball and Not Kill Each Other." Drawing from personal experience and professional expertise, they offer couples playful strategies to strengthen relationships both on and off the pickleball court. Buy their Book
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Ep. #15: Ivan Jakovljevic - PPA & MLP Pro Player
Ep. #14: Dr. Stormy Hill & Teri Citterman, Co-Authors of In A Pickle
Ep. #14: Dr. Stormy Hill & Teri Citterman, Co-Authors of In A Pickle
Ivan Jakovljevic left soccer after 23 years and most people thought he was crazy. But he saw something in the game no one else did. Pickleball wasn't just a hobby. It was a reset button. Now he's a ranked pro on the PPA and MLP tours, a new dad, and he's building a life he actually loves. OH, and it all started with a crush. Tune in
Ivan Jakovljevic left soccer after 23 years and most people thought he was crazy. But he saw something in the game no one else did. Pickleball wasn't just a hobby. It was a reset button. Now he's a ranked pro on the PPA and MLP tours, a new dad, and he's building a life he actually loves. OH, and it all started with a crush. Tune in to listen to the story of Ivan Jakovljevic's second chance.
Ep. #16: Ben Paquette - Head Pickleball Pro, Brookhaven Country Club
Ep. #20 & #21: Hal Martin & Hugh Zhang, Pickleball Country Club & The Houston Hammers
Ep. #16: Ben Paquette - Head Pickleball Pro, Brookhaven Country Club
Ben Paquette used to weigh 300 pounds until he accidentally found pickleball — and the game found him. Now the Head Pickleball Pro at Brookhaven Country Club, Ben swapped junk food for jump smashes and hasn’t looked back. With a serve as sharp as his wit and a coaching style that’s equal parts encouragement and hilarity, Ben transforms ev
Ben Paquette used to weigh 300 pounds until he accidentally found pickleball — and the game found him. Now the Head Pickleball Pro at Brookhaven Country Club, Ben swapped junk food for jump smashes and hasn’t looked back. With a serve as sharp as his wit and a coaching style that’s equal parts encouragement and hilarity, Ben transforms everyday players into dinking dynamos. Ready to level up your game? Ben’s got the tips, tricks, and the best pickleball stories around.
Ep. #18: Jolon Clark - Director, Denver Parks & Recreation
Ep. #20 & #21: Hal Martin & Hugh Zhang, Pickleball Country Club & The Houston Hammers
Ep. #16: Ben Paquette - Head Pickleball Pro, Brookhaven Country Club
Jolon Clark is the driving force behind Denver’s green spaces, splash pads, and now… dinking epicenters. As Director of Denver Parks & Recreation, Jolon has turned public parks into vibrant hubs of play, connection, and yes, fierce pickleball showdowns. A lifelong lover of community spaces and grassroots recreation, he’s leading the charg
Jolon Clark is the driving force behind Denver’s green spaces, splash pads, and now… dinking epicenters. As Director of Denver Parks & Recreation, Jolon has turned public parks into vibrant hubs of play, connection, and yes, fierce pickleball showdowns. A lifelong lover of community spaces and grassroots recreation, he’s leading the charge to make pickleball accessible. Whether he's rolling out new courts or rolling deep in a rec center paddle league, Jolon is all about keeping it inclusive, active, and just plain fun.
Ep. #20 & #21: Hal Martin & Hugh Zhang, Pickleball Country Club & The Houston Hammers
Ep. #20 & #21: Hal Martin & Hugh Zhang, Pickleball Country Club & The Houston Hammers
Ep. #20 & #21: Hal Martin & Hugh Zhang, Pickleball Country Club & The Houston Hammers
Hal Martin is the visionary behind one of the most impressive pickleball facilities we've ever set foot in. With 13 indoor pickleball courts, top-tier lighting and built-in vibes, this spot is redefining what pickleball training spaces can be.
Hugh Zhang is the owner of the Houston Hammers of the National Pickleball
Hal Martin is the visionary behind one of the most impressive pickleball facilities we've ever set foot in. With 13 indoor pickleball courts, top-tier lighting and built-in vibes, this spot is redefining what pickleball training spaces can be.
Hugh Zhang is the owner of the Houston Hammers of the National Pickleball League. He's building something bigger, and he's using pickleball to support veterans, 50+ athletes, and anyone who thinks their best playing days are behind them. Houston Hammers
Ep. #21: Brenton Phillips - Owner of the Michelin-Recommended, Written by the Seasons
Ep. #21: Brenton Phillips - Owner of the Michelin-Recommended, Written by the Seasons
Ep. #20 & #21: Hal Martin & Hugh Zhang, Pickleball Country Club & The Houston Hammers
Brenton Phillips is one of the owners of Written by the Seasons in Dallas — one of our all-time favorite places to eat, drink, and feel slightly more fashionable than we actually are. He’s also a passionate pickleball player who somehow finds time to hit the court while opening another restaurant. No big deal.
His current spot just got a "
Brenton Phillips is one of the owners of Written by the Seasons in Dallas — one of our all-time favorite places to eat, drink, and feel slightly more fashionable than we actually are. He’s also a passionate pickleball player who somehow finds time to hit the court while opening another restaurant. No big deal.
His current spot just got a "Recommended" nod from the very first Michelin Guide in Texas.
We loved getting into the weeds with Brenton about the restaurant biz, pickleball strategy, and what it takes to balance the heat of the kitchen with the heat of the court.
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Ep. #22: Ben McNair - Professional Pickleball Coach, and Biomechanics Whisperer
Ep. #21: Brenton Phillips - Owner of the Michelin-Recommended, Written by the Seasons
Ep. #22: Ben McNair - Professional Pickleball Coach, and Biomechanics Whisperer
Ben McNair started as a collegiate tennis player, but after a post-COVID pivot and a healthy dose of humble pie, he found his way to pickleball — and hasn’t looked back. Today he’s one of the top players in the Mountain West and he’s built his game on a philosophy of high-margin play: fewer fireworks, more physics.
Ben holds a Master’s in
Ben McNair started as a collegiate tennis player, but after a post-COVID pivot and a healthy dose of humble pie, he found his way to pickleball — and hasn’t looked back. Today he’s one of the top players in the Mountain West and he’s built his game on a philosophy of high-margin play: fewer fireworks, more physics.
Ben holds a Master’s in Kinesiology and a PhD in Biomedical Sciences, which basically means he can beat you on the court, then explain — in anatomical detail — why your shoulder hurts. His coaching blends biomechanics, strategy, and just enough dry humor to make you forget how badly you’re sweating.