It Feels Right Pickleball Podcast

Welcome to Episode 69 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone talk about the Major League Pickleball (MLP) Grand Rapids tournament, including the venue, format, and Adam's experience playing. Adam and Rob also discuss the different players and teams who played in MLP Grand Rapids, how important your first match is to the rest of the tournament, teams'...

Welcome to Episode 68 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery discuss MLP Grand Rapids, including Adam's plan, the format of the tournament, and the different teams participating. There may be some pickleball player shuffling before final teams are announced, as well as the addition of alternate players, and a potential for unexpected performances. Plu...

Welcome to Episode 67 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery talk about the physical demands and training strategies of playing pro pickleball, the very mixed reviews of the PPA video game, and how your wingspan can affect your pickleball skills. Plus, discussion on PPA San Clemente, including performances by Ben Johns, Collin Johns, Anna Leigh Waters...

Welcome to Episode 66 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast. In this episode, Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone discuss their love for pickleball, their favorite shots (including the strategy required to master the forehand lob), and the importance of strategy in game. Rob and Adam also talk about the recent waiver wire in Major League Pickleball (MLP), including the acquisition of Quang Duong by the...

Welcome to Episode 65 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, Rob and Adam discuss the controversy over bench mics in pickleball tournaments and player responsibility, the impact of camaraderie and support within teams, and how you have to be mentally tough for individual sports. Learn more about the format and progression of the current MLP season, including playoffs and finals...

Welcome to Episode 64 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, hosts Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone discuss some pickleball strategy, including being ready for a speed-up and how to load up on the forehand side to gain the advantage in fast exchanges. Plus, recent and future pickleball tournaments, including a dominant performance by Catherine Parenteau and Anna Leigh Waters and how...

Welcome to Episode 63 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast with Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery! In this episode, Adam and Rob recap PPA Texas Open and the impact that crazy weather can have on pickleball tournaments, the significance of indoor pickleball facilities, and how pickleball has made its way to the national stage. Plus, they discuss the dynamic of mixed doubles, how different pairings ca...

Welcome to Episode 62 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery talk about travel tips for packing light, why high-quality pickleball gear is so important, and how to manage stinky pickleball shoes. They also discuss the APP's new shuffle format in pro pickleball and its unique round-robin style of play, as well as insights into the experiences of profes...

Welcome to Episode #61 of the It Feels Right Podcast! In this episode, Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone discuss the rise of Caitlin Clark and how one player can change the trajectory of a sport, how allergies can affect game play (and your life), and when are you too old to be a pro pickleball player? PLUS - How composed should pro players be during matches? Should players be punished when they are inti...

Welcome to Episode 60 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast. In this episode, Adam Stone is back in the studio with Rob Nunnery! Learn about Rob's APP Cincinnati match results and his experience with hot mics at the pro tournaments. They will also talk more about the challenges of coaching in pickleball, how pro players are managing playing in a team format, and news on upcoming tournaments. Pl...

Welcome to Episode 59 of the It Feels Right podcast. Today, Rob Nunnery and guest Eric Roddy talk about the recent Major League Pickleball (MLP) tournament match-ups, playing styles and strategies of the teams, and future match-ups that may happen. Rob and Eric also discuss the difference in scoring between the MLP (rally scoring) and rec pickleball play. PLUS - Special guest Greg Dow's tip of the...

Is UTPR the future of pickleball ratings? UTR Sports' Mark Leschly joins Rob Nunnery to talk ratings, the future of professional and recreational pickleball, and how strategies have (and will continue) to evolve over time. Is UTPR a better system than DUPR? Mark tells you why he thinks so and details the partnership with USA Pickleball and the APP Tour that aims to support the growth of pickleball...

Dive into episode 57 of the It Feels Right Podcast with Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone as they explore a wide array of topics! From Rob's hilarious "psycho solo" show adventure to Adam's weekend shenanigans, join them on a journey through their recent escapades and experiences. Discover their thoughts on commentary criticism and the importance of variety in pickleball match commentary. Learn valuable...

Welcome to Episode 56 of the It Feels Right podcast! In this episode, host Rob Nunnery talks about the future of singles pickleball, the importance of getting to the kitchen line for the fourth shot, and the current state of professional pickleball. PLUS - the latest pickleball tournaments, including the PPA LA Open and the US Open, the breakthrough performance of Connor Garnett in singles, the su...

Welcome to Episode 55 of the It Feels Right podcast! In this episode, Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery talk about James Ignatowich's shoulder and the importance of letting yourself heal, trash-talking and mic'd up courts in pickleball, the importance of the pickleball serve, the need for different pickleball balls for different conditions, and the mental toll of playing pickleball. PLUS - Recent pickleb...

Welcome to another insightful pickleball episode of the It Feels Right Podcast! Join us as hosts Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone explore a myriad of topics ranging from personal journeys to professional insights in the world of pickleball. From discussions on love on the spectrum to the intricacies of the 2024 MLP (Major League Pickleball) Draft process, delve into the diverse facets of pickleball cult...

Welcome to Episode 53 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast. In this episode, Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery discuss many topics starting with the 2024 Major League Pickleball (MLP) draft, including draft slot determination, bidding for draft picks, salary cap implications, draft strategy, player availability, and long-term planning. PLUS - Rob and Adam discuss recent guest hosts who filled in whil...

Welcome to episode 52 of the It Feels Right Podcast! In this episode, Rob is joined by guest host's and professional pickleball players Eric Roddy and Greg Dow. Eric, Greg and Rob discuss many different topics including how funny names are common in pickleball tournaments and add a fun element to the game, Dylan Frazier and JW Johnson's recent tournament play, and balancing pickleball and work. PL...

Join us for Episode 51 of the It Feels Right podcast! In this episode, Rob and Adam discuss how finding a good haircut can be a challenge, why changing pickleball court colors during tournaments can be a benefit, and why there should be pro pickleball tournaments at smaller venues and cities... PLUS - they go into depth about why the crowd can make or break a tournament experience (and what you ca...

Join us for Episode 50 of the It Feels Right podcast! In today's episode, Rob and guest host/pro pickleball player, Greg Dow recap this past weeks pickleball tournaments between the APP Sacramento Open and the PPA Indoor National Championships which includes matches by Thomas Wilson, Anna Leigh Waters, and more. We also discuss Greg's tip of the week (hint: it has to do with your pickleball dink),...

Welcome to episode 49 of the It Feels Right podcast! In this week’s episode, Rob and Stone talk about what the MLP/PPA merger means to you, why it can be so difficult to gauge player performance, and if you should be wearing pickleball eyewear. And get the latest on current match-ups and the upcoming PPA Sacramento Open. PLUS, your tip of the week (hint: how to improve your speed-ups) and Caitlin...

Welcome to episode 48 of the It Feels Right podcast! In this episode, Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone discuss the latest news on the PPA/MLP merger, a new podcast sponsor (Selkirk TV), some simple rules to improve your pickleball game, Mesa PPA tournament results, Jack Sock news, and more!

The PPA - MLP merger still has not been finalized and the 'deadline' is closing quickly. Rob and Stone cover the player perspective as a draft and event number one in LA would need to be put in fast-forward to be completed in time. Stoney was on the mic in Palm Springs and shares his experience at the PPA Masters. The guys explain the 2/3 that every amateur looking to improve should be following....

Rob and Stone have their ear to the ground on the international game and the efforts of the World Pickleball Championships. Rob attempts to convince Adam to make the trip around the world to the Indian Open. The boys want to help your game and dish out 4 tips to get better at everything. Plus be one of the first to learn about the IFR planned for next year. ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a...

The dust still has not settled from the MLP/PPA merger. A newly formed Players Collective is seeking transparency and a level playing field among players. GM Stone makes his case for a position in 2024 and shares some sad news about a legend of the game. ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple - Follow Rob, Adam and The Dink on IG @robnun...