Pickleballers Next Door

Send us Fan Mail SEO Description: In this episode of Pickleballers Next Door , Mike hits the road to Branson, Missouri to check out the growing pickleball scene and discover what makes the area such a fun destination for players. We sit down with the owners - Tim and Christie Blasi  of The Pickle and Chilly Dill Cryotherapy, Springfield, Missouri – one place that combines pickleball (the latest an...

Send us Fan Mail Think you’re having a bad day? The powerful stories shared in this episode may completely change your perspective. In Part 2 of our Golden Ticket series, Pickleballers Next Door sits down with wheelchair pickleball athletes Jeff Fowler and Eric Lazar.  We also get a chance to catch up with Scott Moore - Pickleball Hall of Fame.  Jeff and Eric share the life-changing obstacles, inj...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 76 of Pickleballers Next Door takes us to Peak Pickleball in Colorado Springs, Colorado , for a historic event: USA Pickleball’s  first all-adaptive Golden Ticket tournament . This inspiring tournament brought together adaptive athletes from across the country for outstanding competition, meaningful connections, and an unforgettable celebration of perseverance. We witnesse...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 75 of Pickleballers Next Door , Mike and Christana sit down with Dr. Cory Campbell , chiropractor and owner of Campbell Chiropractic in Castle Rock, Colorado, for a conversation that every pickleball player needs to hear.   Dr. Campbell shares his personal pickleball journey — including how the sport became something he now plays alongside his son — and why pickleball h...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 74 of Pickleballers Next Door , Mike and Christana head to the PPA Tour stop at ZeroZeroTwo in Fort Collins, Colorado , where they sit down with pickleball legend Kyle Yates and some exciting up-and-coming young pros, including Andre Mercado (Andre's father Randall Mercado), Miles Hoover, Ben Baravek , and Ben’s coach Jeff Moulton . Kyle Yates has been one of the m...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 73 kicks off our special PPA Tournament Series from Zero Zero Two in Fort Collins, Colorado , where Pickleballers Next Door went behind the scenes at the PPA Challenger Series: The Fracas in Fort Collins . In this first episode, we sit down with Neil Bellefeuille and Mike Zervas , two of the owners behind Zero Zero Two , along with Bri Seifert from Visit Fort Collins , who...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 72 of Pickleballers Next Door , we are breaking down the pickleball terms, plays, slang, and court language every player should know — whether you are brand new to the game or you have been playing for years and still hear new words flying around the court. Pickleball has its own language, and it can be confusing at first. What is the kitchen ? What does it mean to dink...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Pickleballers Next Door, we take you inside the exciting Denver Iconics Open pickleball tournament with special guests Jen Hamman and Mario Bosch owners of the Denver Iconics. We break down how the Denver Iconics Open is one of the smoothest-run pickleball tournaments in Colorado and talk about the incredible job Jen Hamman did directing her very first tournamen...

Send us Fan Mail Join Pickleballers Next Door as we talk with Michael Zervas, one of the owners of zero zero Two, the newest pickleball facility in Ft, Collins, Colorado. How Michael and Neil Bellefeuille both serial entrepreneurs had the vision behind zero zero two, and how the massive new 36,000-square-foot pickleball facility is changing the game in Fort Collins, Colorado. Located in southeast...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 69 of Pickleballers Next Door , Mike and Christana bring you another fun and community-driven episode focused on the incredible people helping grow pickleball across Colorado! 🏓 This week, we welcome special guest Dawn Cerrone from Rocky Mtn Pikl to talk about the exciting fundraising event that happened at The Picklr Thornton benefiting Kids Adaptive Pickleball Play....

Send us Fan Mail “From local courts to global impact—this is how pickleball is changing lives across continents.” 🎙️Pickleball is no longer just America’s fastest-growing sport—it’s becoming a global movement for connection, community, and impact . In this inspiring follow-up episode of Pickleballers Next Door, we sit down to chat about lessons learned during Susan Swern's 3-week pickleball e...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️Mike and Christana are back with a high-energy catch-up episode diving into everything happening in the world of pickleball right now. From the massive rise in pro player payouts to the continued dominance of world #1 Anna Leigh Waters , the sport is evolving faster than ever.   You can’t talk pickleball without mentioning Kyle Yates —a seasoned pro who’s been competing at the h...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️Pickleball is evolving fast—and the 2026 rule changes are already impacting how the game is played at every level. In Episode 66 of Pickleballers Next Door, Mike and Christana break down some of the latest pickleball rules for 2026 and what they mean for everyday players, competitive matches, and the future of the sport. From gameplay adjustments to how rules are shaping strateg...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️In this exciting episode of Pickleballers Next Door , we sit down with Jen Hamman , owner of the Denver Iconics , and Patti Gallegos , a standout competitor heading into the 60+ Masters division in the Champions Series Pickleball league. We dive deep into the world of professional pickleball , team ownership, and what it takes to compete at a high level—no matter your age. Jen s...

Send us Fan Mail Step inside one of Pennsylvania’s most exciting indoor pickleball facilities as we talk with Bob Miller, franchise owner of Ace Pickleball Club in Enola, PA! In this episode of Pickleballers Next Door , Mike and Christana explore how Ace Pickleball Enola is creating a next-level player experience with a unique open play format designed for all skill levels . Whether you're br...

Send us Fan Mail Why Play Pickleball! We catch up with Mike after he comes back from Hawaii! Why is pickleball the fastest-growing sport in America? In this episode of Pickleballers Next Door , Mike and Christana break down exactly why people of all ages are falling in love with pickleball. From the fun, social atmosphere to the powerful health benefits, this sport is more than just a game—it’s a...

Send us Fan Mail 🌺🏓 Pickleballers Next Door Mike heads to Hawaii… but not how you’d expect. In this episode, Mike shares his recent trip to Hawaii where the islands were hit with unusual, heavy rain —something locals say hasn’t happened like this in years. The weather had a major impact on the pickleball scene, leaving many courts completely empty as Mike explored different locations across the...

Send us Fan Mail Pickleball isn’t just a sport anymore — it’s becoming a powerful way to connect, collaborate, and build business relationships. In Episode 61 of Pickleballers Next Door , hosts Mike and Christana dive into the growing intersection of pickleball, entrepreneurship, and networking . They share their vision for a new concept called On Court Networking , a community-driven idea that br...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️What if improving your flexibility, mobility, and recovery was easier than stretching on your own? In this episode of Pickleballers Next Door , we sit down with Dani Dotson, Regional Director at Stretch Zone , and Russell Cruz, Business Development Manager , to explore The Stretch Zone Effect -- a science-backed approach to assisted stretching that is changing the way athletes a...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 59 of Pickleballers Next Door brings the heat with pro-level play, behind-the-scenes business insights, and real-life pickleball partnerships 💥🏓 🔥 Pro Talk with Chris Bouza + Zane Navratil Buzz We kicked things off with Chris Bouza - Pickleball Pros , diving into high-level competition and the evolution of the pro game. We also talked about the one and only Zane Navrati...

Send us Fan Mail 🔥What happens when you mix pickleball, singles, and a little bit of flirtation? 👀🏓🔥 We went LIVE from MoodSwing during their high-energy Picklematch meetup — and let’s just say… it wasn’t just the dinks flying. In this episode of Pickleballers Next Door , we sit down with Anneliese Co-Founder of Picklematch , and several participants from the Picklematch meetup, and one of the...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 57 of Pickleballers Next Door was recorded LIVE at the Colorado Championship Cup III at 3rd Shot Pickleball River Point — and this one went from serious sports science to serious laughs. 👣 The Foundation: Your Feet Matter More Than You Think We talked with Lamarcus Caradine of ProAlign Sports Chiropractic , who broke down how foot dysfunction can create a chain reaction t...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode 56 — Colorado Championship III at 3rd Shot Pickleball | Event Insights & Gear Innovation In Episode 56 , we’re live from 3rd Shot Pickleball for the Colorado Championship CUP III - Denver Pickleball Club . We sit down with Deven Gould to talk all things tournament life — from what makes Colorado Championship Cup III such a standout event to the growth of competitive...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 55 Pickleballers Next Door Podcast 🎙️ Podcast Description  In this important and eye-opening episode of Pickleballers Next Door , Mike and Christana tackle one of the fastest-growing conversations in pickleball: player safety . With eye injuries on the rise across recreational and competitive play, we break down why protective eyewear and pickleball goggles matter , how ne...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Special Guests from the Grand Opening at 3rd Shot River Point This episode was extra special as we welcomed Chris Williams , his wife Katherine Williams , and their daughter Bella Williams onto the podcast — showcasing exactly what pickleball is all about: family, community, and connection . We also sat down with Jeff Moulton , Head Pro at 3rd Shot River Point , who shared insi...