Pickleball Today - The POD

By Patrick Batty & Mark Bittorf

Pickleball Today and Pickleball Today - The POD are Canada’s National Sources for Pickleball News. If it’s Pickleball, and it’s Canadian, it’s here.

We cover Canadian Pickleball Players, Canadian Pick... more

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The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.

Pickleball Today - The POD episodes:

August 28, 2024 PPA and Canadian Championship Update, Selkirk Slams UPA, Dink and Dink Reviewand More Paddle Giveaways E: 16
In this episode, Patrick discusses various topics including recent pickleball tournaments, new paddles from Selkirk, and the controversy surrounding the UPA's approval of paddles.

He also shares his experience and the format at a local Dink and Drink event, and announces some personal updates.

The episode concludes with a reminder to participate in their paddle giveaways.
Show Links This Episode:
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31min
August 22, 2024 Dink and Drink, PPA Update, Paddle Giveaways, CNPL, The Backhand Drop Shot EP 15
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Paddle Giveaways

02:55 - Groin Injury Recovery

04:00 - What's a Dink and Drink

05:14 - How to Enter our Pickleball Paddle Giveaways

05:58 - PPA Tour - Bristol, TN Review

09:47 - 11Six24 Monarch Paddle Series First Look and Overview

15:04 - The Backhand Drop Shot

22:00 - CNPL Western Split Update and League Standings

26:36 - Wrap Up

Show Links

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28min
August 13, 2024 Mastering the Pickleball Window Wiper, Holbrook Pickleball Paddles, Our First Pickleball Paddle Giveaway Winner and How to Enter EP: 14
In Episode 14 of Pickleball Today - The POD we talk about :
Mastering the Pickleball Window Wiper, Holbrook Pickleball Paddles, Our first Pickleball Paddle Giveaway Winner and How to Enter our Pickleball Paddle Giveaways
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
03:02 Indoor vs Outdoor: Preferences and Considerations
09:54 Reviewing Holbrook Pickleball Paddles
25:10 Coaching Tip: Bringing the Paddle Back to the Ready Position
26:49 Mastering the 'Window Wiper Shot'
32:13 The Importance of Calling Balls Out
37:18 Exploring the Features of Pickleball Clubs
46:56 Announcing our First Paddle Giveaway Winner and How You can Enter.

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55min
August 07, 2024 Collin Johns Rant, Brief Update, Coming Paddle Reviews including the Jelly Bean EP:13
Pickleball Today - The POD has just a brief update this week as we take a brief summer break. This is Episode 13.

We give our perspective of the Collin Johns complaints about MLP.

We also share why we are off, and news about some upcoming paddle reviews.

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11min
July 30, 2024 Beating Pickleball Bangers, Paddle Giveaways Galore, Interview with Referee Scott K. Foster EP: 12
Patrick and Mark are joined by Scott K. Foster, and high level pickleball referee in this episode. Why is Patrick grinning? Listen to his Wile E. Coyote Moment.
Better still listen to Mark give a solid lesson on How to Beat Pickleball Bangers.
It's pure gold. You will be a better player after it.
Finally, learn how you can win 1 of three paddles we are giving away in the next week or so.
Episode Timing
00:00 Wile E. Coyote Moment

03:56 Today's Topics

07:28 How to Beat Pickleball Bangers

15:42 Paddle News and Giveaways

22:19 Interview with Scott Foster

29:00 Refereeing Pickleball

30:27 Common Faults in Tournament Games

33:25 Questions Players Can Ask Referees

38:42 Understanding Timeouts in Pickleball

46:41 Becoming a Pickleball Referee

53:06 More Paddle News and Giveaways

59:57 Pickleball Today Outro

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1h 1min
July 24, 2024 PPA Going International, Pickleball Paddle Give Aways, 5 Minute Warm Up EP: 11
Mark and Pat are back from mini vacations and talk about this week's pickleball news, including a new public facility developed with private donations and a public grant. Other places can learn from this.
We talk briefly about some paddles and their impact.
We share how to be part of our paddle giveaways in order to win one of our pro level paddles.
And Mark shares his coaching tip of the week. This one is a great 5-Minute Complete Warm Up Drill to get you ready for a FAST START in your play.
You can get a copy of the drill at http://pickleballtoday.co

00:00 Introduction and Quick Vacation Stories
01:07 Welcome and Introduction to Pickleball Today
03:11 Fast discussion of a New Pickleball Facility in Honey Harbour, Ontario
06:20 The Impact of Paddles on Gameplay
08:26 Our Paddle Giveaway and How to Enter
11:15 Discussion of New Paddle Releases
13:12 The Joola Perseus 16mm Mod TA-15 Pro Player Edition Paddle
16:38 The Importance of Warming Up Before a Game
19:10 Mark's Five-Minute Tournament Warm-Up
29:06 The PPA's Announcement of International Tournaments
32:30 Discussion of Travel and Player Expenses
38:00 Conclusion and Reminder to Subscribe and Enter for our Pickleball Paddle Giveaways
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40min
July 16, 2024 MLP and Beer City Open, Canadians in MLP, Hitting Deep Shots, BNB Pickleball; EP: 10
Pat and Mark Discuss Pats weekend with Major League Pickleball and the Beer City Open in Grand Rapids, MI

00:00 Intro Pickleball Today
01:02 Welcome and Today's Topics
02:27 MLP and the Beer City Open
03:07 MLP Q & A
06:37 Canadian MLP Players
11:31 VIP Tickets
14:11 What's in the Package
17:48 Mark and Pat Play Singles
23:07 We Have a Blast with Bread & Butter Paddles
26:51 MLP Results Champion and Challenger
35:30 Mark's Coaches Corner - Hitting it Deep
42:27 Wrap Up

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45min
July 10, 2024 An Apology to Todd Fought, Some New Paddles, DUPR Reveals all, Speed Up Lesson EP: 9
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:30 An Apology to Todd Fought
08:58 The Power of a Supportive Partner
13:19 DUPR Night: A Revealing Test of Stamina
22:20 Using the DUPR system

24:50 Introducing the Bread and Butter Paddle
34:59 Updates on the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL)

Links.
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48min
July 03, 2024Embarrassing Hot Mics, Big Wins, Making Sense of Paddle Testing. EP: 8
Summary

In this episode, Patrick Batty discusses various topics related to pickleball. He introduces a new community called The North, where players can have discussions and share information.

He also highlights notable Canadian players who performed well in recent tournaments and mentions the upcoming Canada's Best Pickleball Club contest.

We talk briefly about a Canadian Pro that had a bit of an embarrassing hot mic incident recently

Patrick does his best provide updates on paddle testing and the different standards set by the USAPA and UPA.

He concludes by sharing a list of upcoming pickleball tournaments in Canada.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
04:40 Introducing The North: A New Community for Canadian Pickleball Players
08:37 Crown Pickleball - Thank You
12:33 Notable Canadian Players Shine in the PPA Tournament
13:40 Six Zero Pickleball - Thank You
16:02 Hot Mic Slip Up - Oops
25:17 Seeking a National Sponsor for Canada's Best Pickleball Club Contest

27:28 Making Sense of Paddle Testing and Approval
31:46 Paddle Testing for Professional Players
37:46 No Need to Worry About Paddle Approval for Regular Players
46:22 Upcoming Pickleball Tournaments in Canada

Takeaways
- The North - a Pickleball Community is a new free discussion community for pickleball players to have discussions and share information.
Several Canadian players performed well in recent tournaments, including Catherine Parenteau and Steve Deakin.
One Canadian player had an Embarrassing Hot Mic incident
Canada's Best Pickleball Club contest will be held again this year, allowing players to nominate and vote for their favorite clubs.
Paddle testing standards differ between the USAPA and UPA, with the USAPA being the standard for amateur players and the UPA for professional players.
There are several upcoming pickleball tournaments in Canada, providing opportunities for players to compete and have fun.
Other Links
Our Website: Pickleball Today
The North Pickleball Community
USAPA Approved Paddle / Ball Database
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49min
June 25, 2024Volleys, Lobs, Ladies Nights, DUPR Nights, Paddle Discounts EP: 7
In Episode 7, Mark and Patrick discuss their recent pickleball activities and share updates from their club. They also talk about training tips, a ladies-only DUPR night, and the importance of endurance in tournaments.
They mention the DUPR rating system and its benefits for fair competition.
Additionally, they discuss various paddle brands and the discounts available on their website as well as paddle options and price ranges

In this conversation, Patrick Batty and Mark Bittorf discuss various topics related to pickleball equipment and strategies.

The conversation then shifts to the topic of handling lobs in pickleball and the strategies behind it. They discuss the importance of communication with your partner and the need to hit soft and controlled shots when running forward. The conversation ends with a discussion about upcoming plans for the Canada Day long weekend.

Keywordspickleball, training, duper night, endurance, tournaments, Dupre rating system, paddle brands, discounts, pickleball, equipment, paddles, prices, Rev Aria, Rev Platinum, Tyrol shoes, gear bags, lobs, strategies, communication, soft shots, Canada Day
Takeaways
- Pickleball players can improve their game by focusing on training and practicing specific shots, such as the volley shot.
Hosting ladies-only DUPR nights can provide a competitive and enjoyable experience for female players.
The DUPR rating system helps ensure fair competition in tournaments by placing players in appropriate skill categories based on their ratings.
Endurance is important in pickleball tournaments, and participating in longer playing sessions can help build stamina.
There are various paddle brands available, and players can take advantage of discounts offered on the Pickleball Today website. There are various paddle options available for pickleball, price ranges go from about $69 to over $300 and all paddles have a minimum discount.
When handling lobs in pickleball, it is important to communicate with your partner and decide who will go for the lobs.
The recommended shots to use when returning lobs are drop shots into the kitchen or returning the lob with another lob.
When running forward to hit a ball, try to hit it soft and controlled to allow more time to get back into position.
The Canada Day long weekend is a popular time for boating and enjoying the water.
Titles
- Building Endurance for Tournaments
Training Tips and Ladies-Only Duper Night Enjoying the Canada Day Long Weekend
Exploring Pickleball Equipment and Prices
Sound Bites
- "When you're in ready position, holding that paddle at 11 o'clock, if you're right-handed, it'd be one o'clock. If you're left-handed slightly to that backhand, just easier to defend your body and your shots on the backhand."
"Some ladies wanted to just play against themselves and enjoy those type of games."
"If you sign up for a tournament in DUPR, then it's based on your rating, you will be put into the category that you belong instead of just assigning yourself to a category."
Chapters
00:00 From Hockey to Pickleball: Transitioning to the Main Topic
04:25 Improving Skills with Training Videos and Practice
06:13 Creating a Competitive Environment with Ladies-Only Nights
07:24 The Importance of the Duper Rating System for Tournaments
12:29 Exploring Paddle Discounts and Partnerships
28:40 Tips for Handling Lobs in Pickleball
30:54 Communication Strategies for Dealing with Lobs
37:51 Upcoming Plans for Canada Day Weekend
43:13 Pickleball Today Outro video.mp4
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45min

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