Pickleball Today - The POD

Pickleball Today - The POD

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  • 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

     

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    28 min
  • 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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    55 min
  • 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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    11 min
  • 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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    1 hr 1 min
  • 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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    40 min
  • 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
     
    Beer City Open, pickleball tournament, spectator view, seating, VIP options, Canadian players, Bread&Butter Pickleball paddles, singles pickleball, Major League Pickleball, Anna Leigh Waters, Angie Walker, Lane Sleeth, Todd Fought, Zane Navratil, Jersey Fives, coaching tip
    45 min
  • Embarrassing 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

    49 min
  • Volleys, 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
    45 min
  • Pickleball in the Heat, Summer Gear Storage, Pickleball Fans and More: EP: 6

    Summary In this episode of Pickleball Today - The POD, Pat and Mark discuss the recent hot weather and its impact on pickleball.

    They also talk about recent pickleball events, including the CPA Pro Tour and Major League Pickleball. They mention the growing excitement among fans and the benefits of watching team events.

    They also mention their sponsor, Crown Pickleball, and the quality of their pickleballs.

    Mark shares his experience organizing a singles tournament at Corte.

    Mark talks about who should be making calls in Doubles Play.

    Mark and Pat discuss the importance of communication and calling shots in pickleball. 

    Additionally, they share updates on upcoming pickleball tournaments and new paddle products.

    Takeaways

    • Hot weather can impact pickleball play and tournaments.
  • The CPA Pro Tour and Major League Pickleball are gaining popularity among fans.
  • Team events in pickleball seem to be very enjoyable for spectators.
  • Crown Pickleball offers affordable and high-quality pickleballs.
  • Agreeing on how to call balls in doubles play is important for effective communication.
  • Clear communication during a game is important, such as using the word 'you' to indicate who should take a shot.
  • Upcoming pickleball tournaments include the WRC Canada Day Classic in Whistler, the SCPA Members Only Tournament in Sherwood Park, and the National Championships in Bedford, Nova Scotia.
  • The company 6-0 Paddles is expanding and launching new paddle models, including the 14 millimeter Ruby and the value line called Quartz.
  • Crown Pickleball is sponsoring the podcast and offering a great deal on 100 balls.

    • Titles

    • The Impact of Hot Weather on Pickleball
  • The Benefits of Team Events in Pickleball Partner Responsibility in Calling Shots
  • Clear Communication for Better Gameplay

    • Sound Bites

    • "The CPA Pro Tour was a great success for a start for a new tour in Canada."
  • "Women's doubles just seems to be the most intense."
  • "Crown Pickleball: Affordable and high-quality pickleballs."
  • "It's your partner's responsibility to call those balls out for you."
  • "Only one person should ever make the call."
  • "Say the word no or ole or let it bounce."

    • Chapters

    00:00 Introduction

    01:00 It's Hot!

    03:00 New Articles on Pickleball Today

    03:30 Catherine Parenteau - Blocks and Counterattacks

    05:00 The Success of the CPA Pro Tour - Toronto

    06:00 Pickleball Fans and Excitement of Watching Women's Doubles

    09:30 Pickleball and Betting

    10:00 TV and Online Pickleball Viewing Sources

    13: 00 Crown Pickleball

    16:00 Hot Weather Pickleball Ball and Paddle Storage

    17:30 Etiquette in Pickleball: Calling Balls In or Out

    22:50 Expansion of Saugeen Shores Pickleball @ Lakeshore Rec. & Fitness

    23:50 The Fairgrounds - Toronto

    24:30 New Six Zero Paddles and Factory

    27:00 Upcoming Pickleball Tournaments in Canada

    36:36 Thank You and Outro

     

    Keywordspickleball, hot weather, CPA Pro Tour, Major League Pickleball, fans, team events, Crown Pickleball, singles tournament, calling balls, pickleball, communication, calling shots, partner responsibility, tournaments, paddle products

    39 min

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