Picklebrain Podcast

Is it really necessary to paddle tap at the end of each game? Don’t miss Part 2 of Pickleball Etiquette! If you missed Part 1, we pick up right where we left off. We aren’t sure why, but some of these topics have become a bit controversial since we released Part 1. It’s funny to see how different player’s opinions can be. Even partners disagree on some of these etiquette topics. Stick around and let us know whether you agree or disagree, and why. Thank you for listening. Please take a second to follow and leave a comment! You make this podcast possible!

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Intro

00:55 Paddle tap or nah?

06:06 Waiting for a rec court

15:51 Are you obligated to play with someone?

20:19 Unsolicited coaching

24:42 Music at a public court

In today’s episode, we talk about Pickleball etiquette. Is it even a thing? Austin and Spencer break down what someone should or shouldn’t be doing in certain situations. They give their opinions and also attempt to share the actual rules for certain etiquette circumstances. Should Pickleball etiquette be compared to tennis, or should it be its own thing? Let us know what you think in the comments. We hope you enjoy the episode! Please take a second to follow the pod!

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Intro

00:25 Rolling/Kicking the ball under the net

03:08 Calling a foot fault in rec play

07:12 Apologize for hitting the net?

12:30 Not calling the score before serving

20:29 Calling out balls from opposite sideline

This week on the pod things get interesting! The Pickleheads talk about controversial pickleball subjects such as attacking cross-court, the table tennis grip, and things coaches tell you to do that are actually hurting your game. You’ll hear why Spencer thinks the 3rd shot lob is a stupid shot, and why Austin thinks it’s the future of pickleball! Throughout the podcast, the Pickleheads share why they agree and/or disagree with certain ideas, in an effort to help you improve your overall game! Things might get heated, so stick around! 

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Intro

00:44 Attacking cross-court

13:44 Rushing the net

19:00 Shake and bake (solo shake & bake)

28:35 Staying at kitchen line

39:52 Speeding up low balls or balls off bounce

49:59 3rd shot lob

56:38 Lob from NVZ

1:00:15 Left side player taking more court

1:03:00 Keeping the opponent deep

1:07:09 Table tennis grip vs traditional grip

1:11:13 Specializing as a right or left side player

This week we have 2-time Major League Pickleball MVP, Lee Whitwell join us on the pod! She's a part-time comedian, full-time pickleball pro, and an all around cool person. The focus of this episode is Resets and Counterattacks. We dive deep into both of them, and Lee shares plenty of hidden secrets along the way. Prepare to be amazed at Lee's pickleball knowledge as well as her positive outlook on life! We had so much fun and I can't believe how much the Pickleheads learned during this episode. We hope you enjoy! Please smash that SUBSCRIBE button! It would mean the world to us.

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Secret reset tip from Lee Whitwell!

01:06 Intro

06:10 Lefty Advantage

08:15 Resets and Spin

11:14 Counterattacks and Spin

12:32 When to Backhand vs Forehand Counter

15:40 How to Reset/Counter if attacked down the line

18:20 Be Still!

21:20 Moving your feet at the right time

23:35 When to step off the NVZ line

25:45 How does Lee prepare mentally for a tournament?

32:41 One-Handed vs Two-Handed counterattack

36:30 Lee’s Drill to Play ratio

38:35 More foot movement tips

41:20 When does Lee attack and why?

43:42 Counterattack a counterattack

49:50 Pickleball Haters

52:39 Rapid Fire Quiz w/ Lee

56:42 What’s coming up for Lee?

In this podcast we explore the Drop, one of the most crucial shots in pickleball! Whether you are at a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level, we cover just about everything having to do with the drop. Throughout the pod we talk about 5 major points. These are the what, why, how, when and where to drop. Keep watching/listening as we try to get very detailed with each point, maybe even too detailed at times:) That's just the picklehead in us! If you implement what we teach, we promise your pickleball game will improve. It's time to drop like a pro! Feel free to leave us a review, and we will also answer any questions you may have.

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Show Notes:

00:00 Intro

00:19 What is a drop?

02:23 Why drop?

15:24 How to drop?

27:22 When to drop?

38:10 Where to drop?

43:52 Who to drop to?

This week on the podcast we talk about the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of the Dink. From beginner tactics to pro-level tips, we’re hear to help you master the dink and blow away the competition. Where should you dink in certain situations? Who should you dink to in a specific tournament? When should you involve your wrist? How can you dink consistently and with pace?… We cover all of that and so much more in this podcast! Don’t miss this episode! It’s time for you to Dominate the dink! Please take a minute to follow, leave a review, and/or leave a comment. We will do our best to respond to all of them!

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Intro

00:44 WHAT is a dink? (Step 1)

02:46 WHY dink? (Step 2)

12:23 HOW to dink (Step 3)

43:35 WHEN to dink (Step 4)

53:26 WHERE to dink (Step 5)

59:39 WHO to dink to (Step 6)

If you've ever seen Jay on a pickleball court, you will quickly understand why he is known as the, “Flying Frenchman!” Originally from France, now residing in Kansas, Devilliers has taken the professional pickleball scene by storm, and has solidified himself and one of the top pros in the world! We sit down with Jay to discuss how to balance work and family, who Jay will be playing doubles with for the rest of the year, and whether or not he and Pat Smith will ever play together again. While watching/listening, you will quickly come to learn why Jay is one of the nicest and most genuine players on the PPA tour. What paddle grip does the Flying Frenchman hold? What does he think is his greatest achievement in life? Stick around and find out! PLEASE rate the podcast and be sure to leave a review!

In this episode we learn together what it’s like to play a professional sport with your sibling! Meet Mary and Maggie Brascia, two of the best pickleball pros in the game! They are sisters and their success together is commendable. Throughout the podcast, the Brascias explain what it takes to play with your sibling and how to do it successfully. Also on the podcast, we learn how to stay positive throughout a match and how to critique your partner in a kind way. Stick around till the end where we give the Brascia sisters a quiz to see how well they really know each other! Don’t miss this episode! Please FOLLOW on all platforms and be sure to leave a comment!

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In this episode we dive deep into justice with one of pickleball’s top pros, Andrea Koop! She’s a full-time attorney and a part time professional pickleball player. Andrea shares how she stays so good at pickleball, while being a partner at a prestigious law firm. Keep watching/listening and you will get to hear how the famous “KOOP” chant started, and who started it! Together, we talk about how Andrea finished second at MLP Daytona and what it will take to get first in San Clemente. Koop is also the founder of one of the best pickleball tournaments in the country; the Beer City Open. She shares the how and why of this unique and fun tournament. Don’t miss this episode! Please follow and be sure to leave a comment!

Time Stamps:

00:00 Intro

00:41 How to Balance Lawyering & Pro Pickleball

05:15 Tennis or Pickleball?

11:11 When did Andrea Find Pickleball?

16:15 Pickleball is Changing Rapidly (Technology)

18:24 KOOP Chant!

20:36 Is Andrea #2 Pro in the World?

24:35 How Does Andrea Play Well Consistently?

33:00 MLP Daytona (GOAT Match)

35:20 How Does Andrea Prepare Mentally/Physically?

40:28 Andrea Koop Injury

42:13 MLP Continued (BLQK Bears)

50:23 PPA Breakdown

53:48 Who Else will Andrea Team up with This Year?

55:18 Andrea is the Founder of the Beer City Open

59:30 What Grip(s) Does Andrea Hold?

1:02:51 This or That Quiz with Andrea Koop!