Matthew Liggett & Spencer Rodak

Poachers Pickleball Podcast

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New to Pro Pickleball? Matt and Spencer are here to help! Join us as we break down everything that is happening in the Pro Pickleball world.

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Matthew Liggett & Spencer Rodak

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Exclusive Interview with PPA Pro, and Eleven Zero Founder Camila Zilveti. Cheating at the PPA Asia Hanoi Cup review? Zion Cup afterthoughts. 08.04.2026 49:42

This week, we have a very special guest, Camila Zilveti! You may know her as a PPA pro, the co-host of the Balls Deep podcast, a social media influencer, a famous world traveler, or the founder of the Paddle and Gear company Eleven Zero. https://elevenzerosports.com/ Link to Spencer’s PPA Zion Cup story : https://sunnewsdaily.com/stories/articles/2026/04/03/pickleball-in-the-desert-how-st-george-b...

Live Greater Zion Cup at Black Desert review, Proton Paddles banned. PPA Asia Hanoi Cup preview. 04.04.2026 35:02

On-site review of one of the hottest weeks (literally) in pickleball this year. We discuss the Proton Paddle ban and a preview of the PPA Asia Hanoi Cup.

Live PPA Mesa Cup review, Big H and Anna Bright get revenge. Plus, we interview Maggie Remynse, founder of Aithlete 28.02.2026 51:12

Big H and Anna Bright spoil the “double triple” hopes of ALW and Ben Johns. Review from ground zero of the Mesa Cup, the good the bad and the ugly. Also, looking to improve your game? You NEED to check out AIthlete. We get the scoop from the founder, former Pro Maggie Remynse, on how to use AI to plan your personal lessons or coaching. Try the beta for free: https://aithlete-smart-coach.lovable....

PPA Minnesota,Tips for PPA Pickleball TV, Julian Arnold throws his paddle into the crowd & other wacky pickleball news 23.01.2026 32:11

Use code POACHERS for 20% off tickets to the Utah Greater Zion Cup at tixr.com (drops to 15% after March 1st) Or $20 off player registration when you use code POACHERS at PickleballTournaments.com

PPA Masters, New Year, New Paddle sponsors & Dope Pickleball, Between the Rallies, KOTC All-Access 13.01.2026 40:56

PPA Las Vegas Cup Epic Men’s Final, Matt’s Grandstand rant + The ‘Wimbledon of Pickleball’ 06.11.2025 33:57

Amazing 2.5 Men’s gold medal match at the PPA Las Vegas Cup, Matt reviews the Darling Tennis Center Pickleball setup. (spoiler: the Grandstand was terrible) & Is the new Black Desert Resort going to be the ‘Wimbledon of Pickleball’?

Triple Crown in a Rainy PPA Virginia Beach Cup, Cheating in Pickleball + a Father’s gambling advice 15.10.2025 31:51

Rain, Rain, go away, or we have to play Monday! We discuss the 36th Triple Crown for Anna Leigh Waters (her race against her partner), the inaugural LifeTime Open pits PPA vs APP in singles, and a 90-day suspension for cheating at pro pickleball with a double and triple down crazy response!

Poachers Pickleball | PPA Wood Paddle Sacramento & PPA Asia recap 05.10.2025 33:14

How much wood paddle would a wood paddle tournament be worth watching if the pros only wood use wood paddles? How did the Americans do at the PPA Asia & should the pros shut up and dink?

Poachers Pickleball | Cincinnati PPA tour wrap up is all about the number one! (oh & 54) 19.09.2025 21:56

What do One Percent, One Paddle, and One set of twins have in common with the number one Chilli/Spaghetti city?? Find out when we talk PPA Cincinnati. We literally only talk about the number one in this week's PPA Cincinnati wrap-up. If it's not related to the number one, forget it. Well, except for #54 (once)! Enjoy - like and share with your friends that just don't know how great Pro Pickleba...

Poachers Pickleball | PPA Cincinnati Open Preview 09.09.2025 12:56

6 days of pickleball this week! Quick preview Cincinnati Open with 2000 points on the line, Progressive draw format (my favorite). Like & subscribe. First time is free, tell your friends!

Lobs, Crashouts, and Upsets oh my! PPA Vegas review 05.09.2025 30:55

The unthinkable happened!! - The Anna’s lost, Lobgate, Phonegate and surprise! Roll-out courts make the ball… wait for it.. roll!

Poachers Pickleball | 1,2,3,4,5!!! Seed Columbus Sliders win the MLP title, Vegas PPA preview 27.08.2025 37:42

Cinderella Sliders beat the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd seeds on the way to the MLP championship. Did the refs make the right reversal on an out call? And if you can't beat em... Join them. Fierce competitors this week, become partnerships to watch in Vegas this week!

Poachers Pickleball | The Flash Decision That will Live in Infamy 19.08.2025 36:32

Remember that friend with a significant other and EVERYONE knows it's going to end in disaster?? Well, buckle up because we'll discuss the MLP version, courtesy of the Dallas Flash! Why choose the worst team possible with wide receiver Diva-like drama, that just squeaked past the worst team in the playoffs, when you can choose an extremely talented darkhorse that NOBODY wants to see? Dallas does i...

Poachers Pickleball | PPA Bristol & MLP playoffs!! 18.08.2025 27:10

Quick recap of PPA Bristol and MLP playoff look ahead!

Poachers Pickleball | MLP Expansion & SLC Recap with Special Guest Cami Liggett 05.08.2025 36:49

Been nervous to get into Pro Pickleball? Have no fear, we are here to guide you! Pickleball outsiders Spencer and Matt tell you everything you need to know about the final MLP tournament in SLC and playoff preview. Special Guest Cami Liggett gives you a layman's review of her experience at the event. We discuss MLP expansion in a top-heavy league. Plus Cami has some ideas on what Big Poppa Jimmy c...

Poachers Pickleball | To scream or not to scream + MLP Dallas Recap & SLC Preview 30.07.2025 36:28

Been nervous to get into Pro Pickleball? Have no fear, we are here to guide you! Pickleball outsiders Spencer and Matt tell you everything you need to know about MLP Dallas (greatest matches of all time?), a preview of the playoff race, and the final MLP regular season tournament in Salt Lake. And most importantly, what does a new pro pickleball fan think about screaming, whistles, and a coach'...