This week we meet with Rachel Rohrabacher on her surprise premier draft to the Orlando squeeze. She lets us in on the behind-the-scenes conversations leading up to the draft. Plus, we theorize on why the John's lost their recent doubles match in Seattle and whether Lea will be quitting singles forever. Tune in.

Travis and Graham react to the MLP draft, including Travis' switch to the Ranchers. We also dive into the recent injuries in Pickleball - can you get concussed by a pickleball? Travis gets injured stretching, and $40mil is spent on pickleball injuries a year?

This week we recap the recent APP event in California, build a dream-team for Travis in the premier MLP draft, and talk about the Florida Smash's shot at building a winning challenger team. Things get heated when Travis argues whether there really is a transition zone, and Graham boasts about his new claim to fame with a viral video. Tune in!

Dive into this latest podcast episode, where hosts Graham and Travis recap yet another unforgettable MLP in San Clemente including the ups and downs of the upcoming Challenger draft. They theorize about how wind and temperature conditions could be the game-changing factor for pro Pickleball, the future of rally scoring at the PPA, and who Matt & Riley will partner with post-breakup. Finally, Travis gets a lesson on pop culture from Graham and producer Luke on the recent submarine incident. Don't miss it.

Topics Discussed:

- Major League Pickleball (MLP)

- Temperature's effect on Pickleball

- Upcoming Challenger Draft

- Matt & Riley Breakup

- Rally Scoring Coming to PPA

This week, Travis and Graham, along with their guest and pickleball trainer for the pros, Connor Derrickson, break down everything from the latest tournaments and matches to exclusive training tips and behind-the-scenes details.

First up, the hosts dive into the exciting MLP bracket where Florida Smash face off against the Hard Eights, the Mashers, and the Hustlers. Travis even shares his thoughts on which teams are overrated. The crew analyzes their own team's chances of coming out on top in their pool, including upgrades like new players Kyle Yates and Vivian David. And, of course, they can't help but discuss Graham's weight and fitness training with Connor as he gets ready for MLPalooza.

Speaking of training, Connor shares his expert tips on strength and agility training for pickleball players, emphasizing the importance of individualized plans based on skill level and training age. He also touches on the lateral plane of movement in the sport and the benefits of consistency in finding a fitness routine.

Travis dives in on the latest updates of 'paddle-gate' and what really happened after the Red Rocks testing came back.

Thank you to Selkirk and Sunday Swagger for sponsoring this episode!

Travis and Graham dive into all things PPA seeding system. Is it fair for some players and not others? We explore the ins and outs of the ranking system and factors in the level of tournament and performance.

We also discuss the highly anticipated arrival of the talented Ryan Sherry, known as 'SherBear,' coming to Crescent Lake and lovely surprise he left on Travis' couch.

Graham laments about his coach in the upcoming MLPalooza event, as well as giving the scoop on side-betting happening with the coaches.

So what are you waiting for? Tune in.

Fresh off a great weekend at the PPA North Carolina Open, Trav is in high spirits and especially talkative on this week's episode of the Tennis Sucks Podcast.   

Trav and Graham talk all things PPA North Carolina Open; including Jack Sock, Trav and Deakin's third place finish, and numerous other topics. They touch on Trav's impressive fearlessness to challenge any paddle and why Trav is a big reason that paddle testing is making such rapid improvements. Lastly the boys discuss the results of the recent MLP shuffle draft in depth and roast some GM's in the process.   

As usual, this is not an episode you will want to miss! 

Tennis Sucks is hosted by Pro Pickleballer/MLP team owner Travis Rettenmaier and best friend/MLP team co-owner Graham D'Amico on location at Crescent Lake Park in beautiful St. Petersburg, FL.

Thank you for tuning in!
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0:00 - Intro 
1:40 - Rettenmaier & Deakin Bronze Medal Finish
3:50 - PPA North Carolina Open Recap
12:51 - Will Jack Sock Play MLP Season 2?
13:50 - Trav the Delam Paddle Avenger
20:50 - Has Pickleball Reached a Speed Threshold?
23:34 - Trav Got Things Moving with Paddle Testing
25:23 - MLP Shuffle Draft Results Discussion
35:14 - The Opposite of Love is Not Hate; it’s indifference
38:48 - Shoutout to Ellie

On this week's episode, the boys endure the heat of the Florida sun to get the Tennis Sucks faithful their weekly fix of hot Pickleball takes.   

They talk Newport Beach Doubles Shootout, US Open 2023, the Pablo Tellez situation, predictions for Jack Sock's pro debut and give some very questionable coaching to a couple of Tennis Sucks listeners. 

As usual, this is not an episode you will want to miss! 

Tennis Sucks is hosted by Pro Pickleballer/MLP team owner Travis Rettenmaier and best friend/MLP team co-owner Graham D'Amico on location at Crescent Lake Park in beautiful St. Petersburg, FL.

Thank you for tuning in!
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0:00 - Intro
2:40 - Newport Doubles Shootout Recap
13:43 - US Open 2023 Discussion
16:50 - Is the PPA Fudging Streaming Numbers?
20:15 - Does Singles Still Matter?
22:30 - Overrated & Underrated 
29:12 - Jack Sock Pro Debut Predictions
30:15 - Lester Cook Pro Debut
31:39 - Questionable Coaching 

The boys are back at Crescent Lake after a brief hiatus and have A LOT to discuss. 

Fresh off the plane from Utah, Travis offers his perspective on the drama that transpired over the weekend at the PPA Red Rock Open. He and Graham discuss all things delamination, Travis’ match against Tyson, the hurdles of being an owner/player in the MLP and much more.

Travis also provides some insider info regarding the “Peeing in the Planter-gate” and talks additional Pickleball gossip!

This is not an episode you will want to miss! 

Tennis Sucks is hosted by Pro Pickleballer/MLP team owner Travis Rettenmaier and best friend/MLP team co-owner Graham D'Amico on location at Crescent Lake Park in beautiful St. Petersburg, FL.

Thank you for tuning in!
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0:00 - Intro

1:28 - PPA Red Rock Open/Paddle Drama

2:40 - Trav discusses the Tyson controversy

5:38 - Is on-site paddle testing coming anytime soon?

8:23 - Talking all things paddles and delamination

16:25 - Tyson retakes the throne in Utah

20:00 - More PPA Red Rock Open recap/discussion

26:52 - Trav talks upcoming partners

28:50 - Smash & Night Owls trade chat

31:30 - Don’t sleep on rally scoring!

32:50 - The Challenger level has some issues

36:26 - Playing & owning - can’t have it all

40:33 - Is Trav in favor of removing singles?

42:30 - Is there a different feel when Ben & ALW sit out?

43:20 - Peeing in the planter-gate

47:23 - Insane prices to play Pickleball in Central Park

48:56 - No top pros this year at the US Open

51:58 - Daytona MLP discussion

58:12 - Pickleball Elbow is very real

59:50 - Learn to be athletic like Graham with this simple trick!

1:01:30 - Tennis Sucks Pod now offering free coaching!

On this week's episode, the boys are back at Crescent Lake and are gearing up for the second MLP event of the year in Daytona, FL.

A lot has transpired in the Pickleball world since the boys last had a proper Crescent Lake sit down. Lucky for us, Trav was quite the chatterbox on this particular evening and provides the Tennis Sucks listeners with some great insight into the ever-evolving world of Professional Pickleball. Graham also gives some insight.... But mostly into his 5.0 Bronze finish in men's doubles at PPA Daytona.

Tune in to hear the boys discuss all things cheating including: PED's, paddle delamination and line calling. They also recap the last few PPA events, provide a comprehensive overview of the upcoming MLP event on their home turf and touch on Parenteau and Jorja's recent domination on the court among many other topics.

Tennis Sucks is hosted by Pro Pickleballer/MLP team owner Travis Rettenmaier and best friend/MLP team co-owner Graham D'Amico on location at Crescent Lake Park in beautiful St. Petersburg, FL.

Thank you for tuning in!
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0:00 - Intro

2:30 - Recent PPA Recap

3:25 - Anna Bright Partner Drama

5:10 - DJ Young Paddle Throw

7:02 - Collin Shick

7:53 - Parenteau on Fire

8:48 - More Collin Shick

10:07 - More Parenteau

11:40 - Trav Pickled Julian Arnold in Singles!

12:10 - Mad Drops Players Seeing Huge Results Since MLP Win

13:16 - Upcoming MLP Daytona Discussion

18:35 - A Little Producer Ro Praise

19:28 - Cheating In Pickleball ~ Line Calls

23:14 - PED’s & Illegal Paddles

27:18 - Trav & The Amazon Man Daytona Partnership

29:11 - Trav & Graham Have a Classic BFF Debate

30:29 - Jorja Johnson Has Been on a Tear!

31:32 - The Nationals Move to Dallas

32:58 - MLP Daytona Death Pool