We welcome guest host, Brett Lane back into the studio for this hilarious, entertaining and pet-peeve filled episode! The Passionate Partner is guaranteed to put a smile on your face!

New to pickleball and feeling overwhelmed by all the lingo, levels, and intensity? You’re not alone. In this episode, The Rise of the Rookie, we welcome, Annie Warzybok to the cast to share some incredibly relatable stories, experiences and vibes of what it’s like to be the new kid on the block, cause believe me, we’ve all been there! We’ll cover the questions every newbie asks, share some hilarious rookie moments, and remind you that it’s okay to just play, laugh, and have zero expectations.

Everyone loves an underdog story — but being the underdog? That takes grit. In this episode, we’re joined by local pickleball pro, Stephen Moore, to break down what we call the Upset Mentality — that no-flash, all-focus mindset of the wolf climbing the hill. Whether you're chasing medals, climbing ratings, or just trying to out-dink that one dude to death — this episode’s for you!

In our next episode, we continue our guest series, Journey to 4.0 or Pro. We  dive head first into the all-important topic, Developing Team Chemistry. Colorado Springs Pro, Alli Hazratti joins the podcast team and breaks down the good, the bad, and the downright awkward when chemistry clicks — or totally falls apart. From communication and trust to reading your partner’s style, she shares practical insights to help you gel quicker and play better. Whether your goal is the podium or just looking to have more fun on court, the insights shared in this episode are sure to feed your fire! Developing Team Chemistry with Alli Hazratti, drops Saturday, 7:00am!

Do you find yourself tightening up when the stakes are high? Maybe you skip leagues or tournaments altogether just to dodge those nerves. Trust us — you’re not alone.

In this episode, we  kick off our new, ten-week guest series called, “Journey to 4.0 or Pro.” Join us as we welcome special guest and Denver pro, Brett Lane and take a deep-dive into this hottest of topics: “Tournament Turmoil.”

Brett will help us unpack the mental side of competition, learn practical tips to keep your cool, and share stories that prove you’re in good company. 

Tournament Turmoil drops Saturday at 7:00am — don’t miss it!

If you love pickleball you probably want to get better, but can you get better by simply playing rec for five hours a day with your friends? There’s a buzz word that many players hate to hear! DRILLING. Join us for episode 9 as we tackle the question , Is Drilling Necessary? Fun fact: Someone on this podcast has NEVER drilled. Find out who it is and much more in this exciting episode!

You’re falling in love with the sport. You’re starting to get the hang of it, you’ve got a good paddle, great shoes and gear but now you have more questions! One of the first questions often asked is: What’s the most important shot in pickleball? Ask ten players, get ten answers—and we’re no different! BUT if we can pin this down, our drilling sessions become more focused, intentional and productive. Tune in as we battle it out over which shot really reigns supreme. It’s sure to get heated and hilarious!

Let’s talk footwear. If you’ve played pickleball for any length of time, you have probably experienced, sore feet, your soles wearing out quickly, or maybe you’ve even blown through your toe box. Footwork and footwear affect EVERYTHING we do on the court! Tune into this exciting episode, Footwear Fiascos to hear what we’ve found to be some of the best pickleball shoes on the market!

They say a good carpenter never blames his tools—but what about a good pickleball player? Just how much does your paddle really matter? Can the right gear take you from 3.0 to 3.5 or 4.5 to 5.0 overnight? Or are we all just blaming the paddle because we missed… again? Find out where we stand and swing in this exciting episode!

Now that you are a pickleball addict, where do you go from here? What paddle should you buy? What is the most important gear? These are big questions! Tune in to hear our totally unqualified opinions on this exciting new episode!