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Episode Highlights: Performance Pickleball Roanoke is the next location for Pickleball Paradise! Tyler Reburn joins the guys to discuss how this came together, why the Roanoke Ruckus has it's roots in this and what the profile of the Roanoke pickleballer looks like. Mentioned in this episode: ⁠⁠PPBROA ⁠ Roanoke Valley Pickleball ⁠ Press Release on PPBROA Connect with us: Email: events@ppbrva.c...

Episode Highlights: Tim Cass is here to talk about the Performance Edge Clinic that he and Jason Renner will host on March 11-12. Link to sign up is below. Tim also reflects on the 2024 changes to pickleball that he has seen on tour and what shot is the one you should look at defending most. Plus, how does the PPA/MLP merger affect pickleball as an entertainment sport? Mentioned in this episode: ⁠...

Episode Highlights: A first of its kind rating academy is now available to assist you with answering that nagging question, "what's my level"? Merchandising Executive, Brian Klaus, joins the guys to talk about Skechers confidence in going all in on pickleball and why that success gives them the edge on developing with the fastest growing sport in the United States. Plus, what makes P...

Episode Highlights: Co-Founder Lee Warfield is back and this time we're focused on recent history after being open for two full months. While the past is adding confidence for the future, the guys provide details of that future, including some crack down of the session rules. Plus, the College Cup recap and Spring League update. Mentioned in this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Lee Warfield ⁠⁠ Sprin...

Episode Highlights: Tony Jay of 7 Cities Pickleball details the need for groups and facilities in the state to work with and not against one another. The CARITAS Paddle Battle proves the format can be repeatable and showcase fun over tense competition. Plus, the College Cup takes over PPBRVA to make pickleball history as the 3rd largest collegiate tournament ever! Mentioned in this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Episode Highlights: Lynne de Wett (Vet) details the boom of pickleball in RVA during the pandemic and how it's shaped her "Beginner" teachings. Her philosophy behind those classes so you know what to expect, but just remember your sense of humor! Jon and Joe detail why ESPN showcasing pickleball last Sunday is a great thing for the legitimacy of the sport on TV. Mentioned in this epi...

Episode Highlights: Jhonnatan Medina Alvarez is back from Venezuela and ready to dish on his favorite "dish", plus the impact pickleball will make for the Spanish speaking world. He also details his philosophy on being in total shape for preventing injuries and how you can train just like him. Plus, Jon and Joe discuss pro pickleball's broadcasting problems and what can be done to fi...

Episode Highlights: Hunter Aiono, the Collegiate Program Coordinator, meets with Jon and Joe to discuss how a rating system has their own collegiate division of pickleball and how schools can enter. It's also announced that Performance Pickleball will play host to the Spring Super Regionals on March 23rd and 24th! Plus, Jon and Joe discuss the process of ensuring vetting and being vetted so th...

Episode Highlights: Cam Luhring, a member of the APP Next Gen Series and 3-time medalist at Performance Pickleball, joins the show from APP Punta Gorda. Cam takes us inside having a teammate for the first time at a tournament, how the sport of pickleball requires rest and his journey from chuckling at the "old people" to being there with them at those very courts now. Plus, Jon and Joe d...

Episode Highlights: Lucia DiGiacomo, GM of Vulcan Pickleball, provides insight to how Vulcan's first ball for production became THE BALL for the PPA Tour! Lucia also details why healthy competition is good for the sport and why Vulcan will be on the short list of great options at the pro level. Plus, Jon and Joe discuss the implications of the progressive draw that the PPA will use in their Sl...

Episode Highlights: Jon & Joe are joined by Stephen "Buck" Riner to discuss how the menu for Kitchen RVA came together and why a varied background is perfect for this dynamic setup. Plus, what Tyson McGuffin and the PPA's announcements mean for PPBRVA's pro shop and tournaments Mentioned in this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tyson McGuffin to Joola ⁠ New Official Balls for PPA & APP ⁠Pic...

Episode Highlights: Jon & Joe are joined by Director of Community Relations, Christina Shifflett, to reflect on the makings of and playing in The Pickle Ball Plus, Christina's coaching style and an important PSA about the new "Christina Kiosk" Mentioned in this episode: ⁠⁠ ⁠The Pickle Ball⁠⁠ PodPlay Winter Leagues Pickleball Resolution Tournament ⁠Performance Pickleball App (Appl...

Episode Highlights: Jay Devilliers & Judit Castillo join the show to discuss playing on our court surface, why exhibitions are so important for the growth of the game and which pro can play the guitar while the other is slicing through the powder with their skis? Jon and Joe deliberate on the grand opening of Pickleball Paradise The Performance Pickleball app is LIVE! How will booking a court...

Episode Highlights: Only 7 days away from the Grand Opening means we keep the focus on you this week and what questions you submitted to the show through our social media channels. Mentioned in this episode: ⁠ The Pickle Ball ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Winter Leagues⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Memberships⁠ Connect with us: Email: events@ppbrva.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube

Episode Highlights: PodPlay is coming to Pickleball Paradise! Ben Borton joins the show to pull the curtain back on how you will experience instant replay & digital scoring when playing at PPBRVA. Grand Opening date has been set! Plus, unpacking more of the Performance Pickleball app Mentioned in this episode: PodPlay Ben Borton⁠ PingPod ⁠⁠ ⁠Winter Leagues⁠ New Year's Resolution Tournament...

Episode Highlights: Tim Cass joins the show to detail his journey to become a pro, the founding of the Roanoke Ruckus and shows his clear passion for growing the game. Winter League sign-ups are here! ppbrva.com/leagues Plus, the first "quiet paddle" is released, an update on our opening day and how you can be on the court for the ribbon-cutting! Mentioned in this episode: Tim Cass ⁠⁠ Wi...

Episode Highlights: We welcome Lindsey Newman, a professional pickleball veteran on the PPA Tour, to share her perspectives on the sport. Lindsey sheds light on her transition from amateur to professional pickleball, if pro pickleball should be as aligned with amatuer pickleball as it continues to grow and answers your questions! We analyze the implications of the first-ever progressive bracket at...

This week Derek Kraje, a PPBRVA Pro and member of the Roanoke Ruckus, shares his expertise and experiences from the college student perspective. Derek provides insights of his personal journey as a pickleball player and his continued involvement with the Virginia Tech Pickleball Club as the founding member. Episode Highlights We reflect on MLP Dallas and look ahead to Riley Newman, a part of the t...

Bill Durham, founder of Pello, joins Joe & Jon to talk about his journey into the pickleball world, why he started Pello, and what he sees as the upcoming trends in the pickleball training space. Plus, how the World Pickleball Cup can be a great testing ground for another Olympic bid for the sport in 2032. Oh, and another pickleball is on its way…cue more confusion. Mentioned in this episode:...

Lee Warfield, Co-Founder of PPBRVA, joins Jon & Joe for a fresh perspective on the tennis to pickleball transition and what already makes PPBRVA "badass"! Episode Highlights: Pickleball has taken the world by storm, and new data from Apple Watch users confirms its popularity. We delve into the importance of proper court design and construction to mitigate visibility and acoustics cha...

How to dwindle down your purchase choice of pickleball. Is rally scoring the future or just a gimmick? Plus Eric White, National Partnership Coordinator at Joola, joins Jon & Joe to discuss their latest venture into pickleballs, how life brought him into pickleball and what you can expect from Joola next!

Jon & Joe discuss the recent criticism surrounding line calls/reviews at the tournament level and why it stems from a good thing. Wes Baum, Technical & Field Support Manager for Laykold, joins the show to talk about the innovative court surface of the future that is coming to PPBRVA. Plus the complicated nature of having so many tournament options, but each providing a much different exper...

Episode 1 is stacked...pun intended! Performance Pickleball opening update, details on remaining memberships and Pickle Ball tickets, plus the most recent Men's Singles Gold Medal winner on the APP Tour, Jhonnatan Medina Alvarez joins Jon & Joe!