Bad Calls - Pickleball Podcast

This week on Bad Calls, we break down an awkward panel at RacquetX — where execs got a little heated.

Also in this episode:

• Luz paddle controversy

• Utah tournament recap: wind, wild momentum shifts, and a mixed gold for Dekel & Paris

• Challenger Series vs APP – which one’s the real path to pro?

• Discord drama at 3AM over paddle handles

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Is trash talk dying in pickleball? Are hand battles officially over thanks to paddle technology? And who the hell is Lucien Goins, and how did he just take down Ben Johns?! In this episode of Bad Calls, Travis and Graham break down the wildest storylines from the Cape Coral and Texas Open tournaments—wind-induced chaos, paddle controversies, and major upsets.

We dive deep into why some top teams are struggling, why Tyra Black might be the fastest player in the sport, and whether playing with your significant other is a good idea or a recipe for disaster. Plus, a heated debate on the new “Red Dot” replay system—is it actually accurate, or is it just another bad call?

Travis and Graham talk through the MLP draft process and how they picked the players for the Florida Smash. They also react to the new premier team rosters, with some winners & some losers.

Not a fantastic weekend for Travis in Mesa - he tests the newest paddle challenge rule in his mixed doubles game. Plus, Graham walks us through the incoming rule for player stealing in major league pickleball.

Say goodbye to rally scoring and hello to 6 player rosters for premier teams. Graham and Travis get into the details of the changes and what it'll mean for the league.

Travis and Graham recap the Masters Tournament, covering key matches, windy conditions, and standout performances. They discuss the Selkirk 08 paddle controversy, UPA paddle regulations, and Ben Johns’ headhunting moment against Quang Duong. Other topics include Shick’s return to medical school, Federico Staksrud’s switch to Adidas paddles, lawsuits involving paddle companies, and the impact of the California fires.

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Let's just say there was some confusion over last week's bet. Nevertheless, Graham and Travis both decided to give $100 to stop Alzheimers now. This week we talk through the highlights of the finals and some predictions for Daytona and 2025 partnerships.

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Well, Graham & Travis didn't get a single prediction right for the MLP final so why not make even more predictions on who will get dropped by their team next season?