Episode 13 - Super episode with Nicole Hobson - Member Services Director for the Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR). The PPR is the official coaching certification partner of the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA). Nicole is one of the industry leaders spearheading the growth of Pickleball and the certification of the sport's coaches.

Nicole and I cover a lot of territory in this episode including:

- The development and growth of the PPR and its relationship with the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR).
- The growth of Pickleball and how people new to sports as well as experienced athletes from other sports successfully transition into Pickleball.
- The PPR's official partnership with the USAPA.
- Why Pickleball is great as both a competitive sport and social sport.
- How and where to learn more about Pickleball.
- Different styles of play, the future of Pickleball and much more!

The Professional Pickleball Registry website is here:
https://www.pprpickleball.org

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