Picklebrain Podcast

Is it really necessary to paddle tap at the end of each game? Don’t miss Part 2 of Pickleball Etiquette! If you missed Part 1, we pick up right where we left off. We aren’t sure why, but some of these topics have become a bit controversial since we released Part 1. It’s funny to see how different player’s opinions can be. Even partners disagree on some of these etiquette topics. Stick around and l...

In today’s episode, we talk about Pickleball etiquette. Is it even a thing? Austin and Spencer break down what someone should or shouldn’t be doing in certain situations. They give their opinions and also attempt to share the actual rules for certain etiquette circumstances. Should Pickleball etiquette be compared to tennis, or should it be its own thing? Let us know what you think in the comments...

This week on the pod things get interesting! The Pickleheads talk about controversial pickleball subjects such as attacking cross-court, the table tennis grip, and things coaches tell you to do that are actually hurting your game. You’ll hear why Spencer thinks the 3rd shot lob is a stupid shot, and why Austin thinks it’s the future of pickleball! Throughout the podcast, the Pickleheads share why...

This week we have 2-time Major League Pickleball MVP, Lee Whitwell join us on the pod! She's a part-time comedian, full-time pickleball pro, and an all around cool person. The focus of this episode is Resets and Counterattacks. We dive deep into both of them, and Lee shares plenty of hidden secrets along the way. Prepare to be amazed at Lee's pickleball knowledge as well as her positive ou...

In this podcast we explore the Drop, one of the most crucial shots in pickleball! Whether you are at a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level, we cover just about everything having to do with the drop. Throughout the pod we talk about 5 major points. These are the what, why, how, when and where to drop. Keep watching/listening as we try to get very detailed with each point, maybe even too detai...

In this podcast we talk about 5, Must-Have pickleball habits that will change your game for the better, forever! Want to improve your game quickly, and long term? These 5 habits will help you grow tremendously, if you implement them into your game, and some of them can be put into practice off the court. We will give you the what and how to implement them throughout this informative podcast. If yo...

This week on the podcast we talk about the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of the Dink. From beginner tactics to pro-level tips, we’re hear to help you master the dink and blow away the competition. Where should you dink in certain situations? Who should you dink to in a specific tournament? When should you involve your wrist? How can you dink consistently and with pace?… We cover all of that...

If you've ever seen Jay on a pickleball court, you will quickly understand why he is known as the, “Flying Frenchman!” Originally from France, now residing in Kansas, Devilliers has taken the professional pickleball scene by storm, and has solidified himself and one of the top pros in the world! We sit down with Jay to discuss how to balance work and family, who Jay will be playing doubles wit...

In this episode we learn together what it’s like to play a professional sport with your sibling! Meet Mary and Maggie Brascia, two of the best pickleball pros in the game! They are sisters and their success together is commendable. Throughout the podcast, the Brascias explain what it takes to play with your sibling and how to do it successfully. Also on the podcast, we learn how to stay positive t...

In this episode we dive deep into justice with one of pickleball’s top pros, Andrea Koop! She’s a full-time attorney and a part time professional pickleball player. Andrea shares how she stays so good at pickleball, while being a partner at a prestigious law firm. Keep watching/listening and you will get to hear how the famous “KOOP” chant started, and who started it! Together, we talk about how A...

Have you ever played a pickleball tournament and been so nervous that it affected your game? Or, do you lose your consistency in the middle of a match? This week on the podcast, Austin & Spencer share 10 Mental Tips that will improve your pickleball game! The Pickleheads dive deep into detail with each topic and are here to help your pickleball skills grow and thrive. Also on the pod, Spencer...

This week on the pod we interview Ben and Yana Newell, pickleball’s cutest couple. We dig deep into their pickleball minds to see what it takes to play with your better half. If you need advice on how to successfully play with your significant other, without damaging the relationship, you’ve come to the right place. Ben and Yana provide us with a lot of mental tips to be be triumphant in this some...

In this episode we interview Evan Slaughter, who you may know on social media as, “fit2serve”. Evan provides the podcast with big laughs, a great personal story, as well as motivation for all! Throughout the podcast, you will learn more about Evan’s interesting military history and his return to civilian life. He teaches us that it’s possible to overcome addiction and fight off dark times through...

In this episode we interview Brendon Long, who’s been taking the professional pickleball world to the next level lately! Brendon shares how he first got introduced to pickleball, and what it takes to become a pro. He gives up all the inside details of his most recent gold at PPA Red Rock, which is quickly being considered the greatest men’s dubs match of all time! Stick around to learn inside stra...

In this podcast we interview singles giant, Frederico Staksrud, who shares with us his vast pickleball knowledge. Throughout the interview, Fed talks about how he came out of nowhere and finished 2nd at MLP Daytona with the BLQK Bears. Stick around as he teaches us the secrets to rapidly improving your pickleball game. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to get inside Fed’s Picklehead! 

In this episode we interview Major League Pickleball owner and player, Travis Rettenmaier. Travis is a former pro tennis player who has happily transitioned to pro pickleball. In the interview we talk about why tennis sucks, the recent MLP trades between the Florida Smash and the Las Vegas Night Owls, possible MLP rule changes and more! Travis also walks us through the details of his game and shar...

In this episode we interview the incredible Pro Pickleball Player, DJ (Darrian) Young, who has been misunderstood in his recent paddle comments. DJ clarifies the current paddle deflection situation, shares pro pickleball strategy secrets, and is ready to take on any team that wants to get in his way at MLP Daytona! DJ also gives a match breakdown from PPA Austin and tells us who he will be playing...

In this episode we interview new Pro Pickleballer, Collin Shick, who recently shocked the world by earning a Silver Medal at PPA Daytona! Collin shares his pickleball origin story, explains what helped him be so successful in his first PPA tournament, and provides many insights on how one might quickly take their game to the next level! You won't want to miss this new prodigy talk about mental...