In this lively episode of The Pickleball Show with Curtis Reese, guest host Mike Alcott, Assistant Director of Racquets at River Oaks Country Club in Houston, TX, joins Curtis to share his pickleball journey. Mike recounts how he first picked up a paddle in 2016 after checking out a tournament at the Monty Ballard YMCA, initially thinking the sport looked “cheesy.” Spoiler: he was hooked after just a few games! He dives into how pickleball’s accessibility opened new social and professional networks, connecting players across ages and skill levels. Mike also shares insights on growing the sport at prestigious clubs, including launching a competitive league at the Briar Club. Tune in for a fun chat about pickleball’s community-building magic

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