Pickleball Today - The POD

Pickleball Today - The POD

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  • CPA Pro Tour, Pickleball Chicks, Playing Better Players. EP: 5

    Summary

    In this conversation, Pickleball Today hosts, Patrick Batty and Mark Bittorf discuss their weekend activities and introduce their special guest, Sharon Ricci, the founder of Pickleball Chicks.

    • Sharon talks about the challenges women face in pickleball tournaments and the need for a supportive and inclusive environment, and more about her organization and their tournaments, and more.
  • They also discuss an upcoming tournament hosted by Pickleball Chicks in Canada. 
  • The conversation then shifts to a review of the CPA Pro Tour finals, highlighting the medalists in various categories.
  • Mark shares some coaching tips, involving playing better players in recreational games to improve one's own game.
  • He also a weekly training schedule for pickleball players looking to improve their skills.
  • Finally, Pat wraps up with our weekly cross country Canadian Pickleball Tournament list.
    • Summary In this conversation, Pickleball Today - The POD, hosts, Patrick Batty and Mark Bittorf discuss their weekend activities and introduce their special guest, Sharon Ricci, the founder of Pickleball Chicks. Sharon talks about the challenges women face in pickleball tournaments and the need for a supportive and inclusive environment, and more about her organization and their tournaments, and more. They also discuss an upcoming tournament hosted by Pickleball Chicks in Canada.  The conversation then shifts to a review of the CPA Pro Tour finals, highlighting the medalists in various categories. Mark shares some coaching tips, involving playing better players in recreational games to improve one's own game. He also talks about a weekly training schedule for pickleball players looking to improve their skills. Finally, Pat wraps up with our weekly cross-country Canadian Pickleball Tournament list.
     
    00:00 Into Pickleball Today Ep: 5
    02:40 Pickleball Chicks - Sharon Ricci
    18:02 Upcoming Pickleball Chicks Tournament in Cambridge, Ontario
    23:45 Congratulations to Hi Sports and the CPA Pro Tour
    25:00 CPA Pro Tour Overview, Celebration of the medalists.
    29:30 Multi Medal Winners, a Triple Crown and Exceptional Performances
    35:54 Improving Your Game with Targeted Training
    39:23 Weekly Pickleball Practice Plan
    42:45 Upcoming Tournaments in Canada
    45:00 Thank You to Grand River Freeport staff and Alzheimer's Assoc.
    46:30 Wrap Up
     
     
    Sound Bites
    • "We don't give out medals. We give out pickleball chick crowns." - Susan
     

     

    50 min
  • USAPA / Joola Paddle Breaking News - June 5, 2024 EP:4.1

    Joola / USAPA GEN 3 Paddle Update, June 5, 2024: Episode 4.1 

    This is an update to our earlier podcast published today.

    Subsequent to our earlier regular full podcast episode the this week, which was jam-packed with lots of cool discussion with Mark, myself and Yui See Lau, the USAPA and Joola issued important updates about all time best seller paddle, the Joola Gen 3 pickleball paddle.

    The new paddle submitted by Joola has again Failed it's testing and is not deemed Legal by USAPA.

    Joola, in response had now offered customers refunds. You should contact your dealer for info.


    Also a recent class action lawsuit against Joola has been launched but in our estimation it would be better to just get the refund if you don't want to play with the paddle.

    Pickleball Canada, the CNPL, CPA Pro Tour all use USAPA regulations and rely on USAPA to approve paddles.

    So effectively, these paddles can not be used in tournament play in Canada.

    Thanks very much. 

    Let's play Pickleball

    Patrick

    Pickleball Today - The POD

    5 min
  • Joola Paddle Update, CPA Pro Tour with Yui See Lau, Catherine Parenteau and More Ep: 4
    In this episode of the Pickleball Today Podcast, Mark and Patrick discuss various topics including an update on Joola paddle controversy, the CPA Pro Tour, Catherine Parenteau,  the importance of proper pickleball shoes, and Patrick's favorite books. 
     
    Keywords: pickleball, podcast, Joola paddle, CPA Pro Tour, Catherine Parenteau, Catherine Parenteau training pickleball shoes, pickleball, book recommendations, pickleball coaching tips, pickleball tournament formats, upcoming tournaments, upcoming paddle brands
     
    Takeaways
    • The Joola paddle controversy: The USAPA banned Joola paddles due to an administrative problem with the testing process. USAPA testing is somewhat fluid, but Joola messed up too.
  • The CPA Pro Tour: Yui See Lau joins us today to discuss the CPA Pro Tour in Canada, which aims to provide opportunities for amateur players to compete at a high level.
  • Catherine Parenteau is a top-ranked pickleball player in women's singles and doubles, and her training videos are now available on Pickleball Today.
  • The importance of proper pickleball shoes: Mark emphasizes the importance of wearing pickleball-specific shoes for better support and movement on the court.
  • Patrick's favorite pickleball books: Patrick recommends a book on court positioning in pickleball, which has helped him improve his game. 
  • Book recommendation: 'Mastering the Mental Game of Pickleball' by Joe Baker focuses on the mental aspect of the game and helps players avoid making mental mistakes.
  • Tournament formats vary, but round robin style allows players to get more playtime and warm up before the playoffs.
  • Watching tournaments can be a great way to learn from skilled players and get more comfortable with the tournament atmosphere.
  • Trying different paddles is important to find the right fit, and there are new paddle brands coming to Canada that offer more options for players.
  • Upcoming tournaments in Canada include the CPA Pro Tour, Atlantic Regionals, PB Sport Open, Tecumseh International, British Open, and Parkland Pickleheads Season Opener.
    • Titles
    • The Importance of Proper Pickleball Shoes
  • Patrick's Favorite Book on Court Positioning New Paddle Brands Coming to Canada
  • The Importance of Trying Different Paddles in Pickleball
    • Sound Bites
    • "So we're going by the USAP rulings. So until we get an update right now, something that we're allowing at our events."
  • "We've been able to be creative and stay in the game and then stay in the game in a big way still, obviously now expanding over to China where I'm also pretty actively working in as well."
  • "Catherine Parenteau is number two. She's rated number two worldwide, both in women's singles and women's doubles."
  • "At the Line Pickleball is the best book I've read out of maybe 20"
  • "So many of my own mistakes are mental mistakes"
  • "I personally like the round robin style"=
    • Chapters
    00:00 Introduction to the CPA Pro Tour and CNPL
    05:44 CPA Pro Tour with Yui See Lau
    14:30 Crown Pickleball
    16:31 Catherine Parenteau
    20:47 A Bit of OT Edmonton Oilers Talk
    21:50 The Importance of Proper Pickleball Shoes
    26:39 Favourite Pickleball Books and Some Coaching from Mark
    33:29 Pickleball Tours
    36:05 Tournament Formats
    42:13Upcoming Pickleball Tournaments Across Canada
    50:52 Summary and Thanks for Liking, Sharing, Following, Subscribing
    51:35pickleball today outro.mp3
     
    Our website is: Pickleball Today
    Your Hosts: Patrick Batty, Mark Bittorf
    Our Sponsors
    Crown Pickleballs
    Pickleball Tours - Mention Pickleball Today for a Discount
    Tyrol Pickleball Shoes and Bags  a Canadian Company
     
    Keywords: pickleball, podcast, Joola paddle, CPA Pro Tour, Catherine Parenteau, Catherine Parenteau training pickleball shoes, pickleball, book recommendations, pickleball coaching tips, pickleball tournament formats, upcoming tournaments, upcoming paddle brands
    53 min
  • CNPL, Intros, Keys to Improvement, Pickleball Travel Tours, Paddle Talk and more. EP: 3

    Summary

     

    This week Pat and Mark’s conversation revolves around, this past weekend’s CNPL (Canadian Professional Pickleball League) Tournament, the quality of play, and the challenges and extreme effort it is to host such a series as this across Canada.

    We quickly introduce ourselves being this is an early episode and we already have so many new viewers or listeners.

    We introduce Crown Pickleball to Canada, as a high-quality but value-priced supplier to clubs and players across the country.

    Mark talks about the keys to improvement from an advanced beginner to an intermediate player. (3.0 to 3.5 or more)

    Patrick introduces a Canadian pickleball tour supplier that is doing some very exciting pickleball travel tours this fall and next year.

     

    Mark discusses pickleball etiquette for public courts and open play.

    We briefly introduce the Selkirk Amped Pro Air Paddle.

    And, finally, we talk about the upcoming CPA Pro Tour, and some pickleball tournaments coming up in New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and BC.

     

    Keywords mentioned:

    Canadian Pickleball, CNPL tournament, player experiences, Crown Pickleball, PPA, Crown Pickleball,  quality of play, pickleball, equipment, tournaments, pickleball etiquette, control vs. power, paddle selection, pickleball tours.

    Sound Bites:

    “The effort to put on a tournament series across Canada is immense, and the CNPL must be commented.”

    “The quality of play this year is a major step up, it seems to me.”

    “If you and your teammate are in doubt, call the ball in.”

     

    Please be sure to LIKE, FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT

     

    Chapters:

    00:00 Podcast Intro

    02:10 Personal Intros

    10:00 CNPL Review

    26:30 Crown Pickleball

    31:15 The Keys to Pickleball Skill Improvement at the 3.0 - 3.5 level

    36:25 Pickleball Travel and Tours

    43:00 Paddle News - Selkirk Amped Pro Air50:45 CPA Pro Tour

    51:44 Saugeen Shores Pickleball Club Charity Tournament

    53:30 Public Court and Social Play Etiquette

    56:45 Upcoming Tournaments in:

    New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba,Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia

     

    Thanks everyone..

    Please be sure to LIKE, FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT

    See you Next Week.

    Links

    Pickleball Today

    Crown Pickleball

    CNPL

    CPA Pro Tour

    Pickleball Tours

    Pickleball Brackets

    1 hr 6 min
  • Gen 3 Blow Up, Upcoming Canadian Pro Pickleball Six Zero Triple Black Diamond - EP: 2

    This is our first  "OFFICIAL" Episode of Pickleball Today - The POD. 

    Last week's POD was a public beta.

    The POD is an extension of Pickleball Today - Canada's National Pickleball News Source.

    If it's Canadian Pickleball oriented, we'll cover it on The Pod

    Your Hosts are Patrick Batty, and Jonathan Ti.

    This is a jam packed episode in which we talk about:

    • Gen 3 Paddle problems and even delistings of Joola Gen 3 paddles from the USAPA approved lists.
  • A paddle that was found to have a "foreign substance" on it, why, who, and what may happen if it was intentional.
  • What we are planning with the Pickleball Today - The Pod Podcast going forward
  • A quick intro by both Jonathan and Patrick
  • The upcoming CNPL pro tournament in Mississauga, Ontario.
  • The upcoming CPA Pro Tour
  • New Paddles from Selkirk that I have played, and truly enjoyed.
  • A special Edition new Paddle from Six Zero. The Triple Black Diamond - Willinator Edition
  • Other Upcoming tournaments in Canada.
  • And generally a few other things that we thought worthwhile.

    • For more info on the upcoming Six Zero Launch at 6 PM on Sunday go to SIx Zero

    If you like this podcast please give us a solid review, and Like, Follow, Subscribe

    1 hr 2 min
  • Just starting out, Tech Test, What's the Big Plan: Ep: 1

    This is a first "Beta" Episode of Pickleball Today - The POD.

    The POD is an extension of Pickleball Today - Canada's National Pickleball News Source.

    In this very short episode we are testing out a bit of tech, but in general give a quick intro into what we will be covering in our WEEKLY podcasts going forward.

    12 min

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