PICKLEBALL PASSPORT - The first-ever podcast dedicated to European Pickleball

Where community, travel, and the world’s fastest-growing sport come together! In this special award episode of Pickleball Passport – powered by RAQT.com, we reveal the TOP 10 Most Special Places to Play Pickleball in Europe 2025/2026 — selected by our international jury as part of the Dinks & Destinations Awards . From Alpine courts to Mediterranean sunsets, from architecturally stunning indoo...

From the Adriatic coast to Central Europe’s hidden gems – Pickleball is thriving across a region bursting with energy, community, and creativity! In this eighth episode of Pickleball Passport – powered by RAQT.com, we hand the mic to four inspiring voices who are shaping the game in Croatia, Slovakia, Hungary, and Slovenia. How do you start a pickleball scene from scratch? What makes night session...

Stories and voices from the DACH Pickleball community In this episode of Pickleball Passport, we’re flying straight into the heart of Europe: Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. Three countries, three unique Pickleball stories – from the legendary Bainbridge Cup in Essen, to Switzerland’s creative Alpine courts, all the way to Austria’s iconic Road to Arlberg tournament finals. Once again, we hand...

Stories and ideas from youth players In this episode of Pickleball Passport , we hand the mic to the next generation: 8 young players between 13 and 18 from across Europe share how they discovered the sport, what needs to change to support youth pickleball – and their big visions for the future. Whether you're a parent, player, club leader or federation member – this episode is your chance to...

Tea, tradition & top-tier Pickleball. In this fifth episode of Pickleball Passport , we land in one of Europe’s most exciting Pickleball destinations: England . Home to the first European Pickleball Championships, over 45,000 active players, two national podcasts and a thriving community that blends high-level play with deep-rooted connection – England sets the bar in more ways than one. But w...

Coaching certifications, referee pathways & the Rrise of PB Academies In this fourth episode of Pickleball Passport we dive into how Europe is stepping up its game – literally. With player numbers growing fast, it's not just about hitting dinks and drives anymore – it's about building quality in coaching, refereeing, and training culture. But what programs do we currently have in Europ...

In this third episode of Pickleball Passport, we launch our first COUNTRIES SPOTLIGHT SPECIAL . We take you to the courts, coastlines, and clubs of Italy, Spain, Portugal, and France – with insights directly from the players, coaches, and community voices shaping the sport. What you’ll hear in Episode 3: • How Pickleball is organized in these four Southern European countries • The hottest hotspots...

ABOUT THIS EPISODE // Welcome to Episode 2 of Pickleball Passport – a RAQT.com podcast , your go-to source for competitive pickleball across Europe and beyond. This time, we’re getting court-ready for 2025 with a deep dive into tournament formats, leagues, must-play events and real advice from players and organizers across the continent. In this episode, we explore how tournament formats shape you...

We give European Pickleball a voice! ABOUT THIS EPISODE // Welcome aboard Pickleball Passport , the first-ever podcast dedicated to the European Pickleball community. Powered by RAQT.com , the go-to platform for Pickleball tournaments, leagues, and events across Europe, this podcast explores the rise of Pickleball across the continent! The journey begins and we take you on a special journey about...