June 25, 2024

PPA Sacramento Recap, Paddle News, & MLP Trades | McGuffin Pickleball Show

1 hour 24 minutes

Join Tyson and Meg in this exciting new episode of The McGuffin Show, featuring special guests Kyle Mackenzie and Peter Brown! We'll recap the action-packed PPA Sacramento tournament and revisit Tyson's epic matches with Dekel Bar. Plus, don’t miss our new "Hot Mic" segment, where we tackle hot topics in pickleball news.

🎥 In this episode:

0:00 📹 Tyson introduces his cameraman Peter Brown, reminiscing about their tennis days and setting the stage for what Peter will bring to the pickleball podcast.

1:16 🌍 Recap of recent travels, highlighting the hustle and bustle of their active pickleball lifestyle.

2:11 🍖 Tyson's excited about his new BBQ and his plans to master grilling just in time for Father's Day.

3:00 🏓 Tyson discusses his regimen to stay top in pickleball.

4:00 🏌️ Tyson compares his approach to golf and pickleball, emphasizing strategic similarities.

5:00 ☀️ Meg talks about the challenges of getting kids to bed when it’s still sunny at 7 PM.

6:25 🎥 Formal introduction of Peter Brown, the man behind the camera for "Making The McGuffins."

7:55 🚗 On the road insights from Kyle about constant pickleball discussions during tournaments.

9:00 📰 MLP news and highlights from recent events.

9:20 🏓 Tyson reflects on teaching a pickleball camp in Dallas and the growth of pickleball over the years.

10:25 🌩️ Meg shares a story about arriving at their Airbnb at 2:30 AM amidst crazy weather warnings.

11:46 🙏 Tyson thanks PPA for their exceptional handling of unforeseen situations.

13:00 🏆 Insight into Tyson’s experiences playing at Rockwall and his continuous bronze streak.

14:30 💧 Discussing the challenges with wet conditions and grip issues during matches.

15:45 🏓 Discussion on the competitive nature of pickleball players in the tournament.

17:30 🎓 Tyson starts his pickleball certification journey at Johnson Ranch, excited to share future developments.

20:05 🥉 Tyson shares his journey of taking bronze again in Sacramento amidst growing competition.

22:10 👥 Tyson discusses the dynamics with different doubles partners and their synergistic effects on the game.

25:30 🔗 The importance of maintaining good relationships in the pickleball community.

29:47 📏 Kyle explains how positioning can affect your ability to perform a backhand in pickleball.

31:45 🔥 Hannah’s energetic presence on the court and its positive impact on the sport.

36:41 🍾 New champagne celebration protocols at PPA events.

39:00 📺 Fun interactions during a TV spot showcasing basic pickleball skills.

42:00 🏓 PPA tournament updates and surprising outcomes.

43:30 📑 Further pickleball news and essential tips for the tour.

45:00 🏅 Kyle shares coaching strategies for enhancing team and player performance.

47:00 🛠️ Peter discusses potential new pickleball paddles coming in 2025.

48:45 🚀 Meg speculates on how new paddle technologies might change the game.

55:30 ⚖️ Pros and cons of introducing new paddles to the sport.

1:00:00 🎤 Gossip about a hot mic incident on the pickleball court.

1:04:00 🎬 Insights into the effort behind creating a pickleball documentary.

1:09:30 🔄 Kyle reviews recent team trades and their impact on the pickleball landscape.

1:19:00 ❓ Audience Q&A segment introduction.

1:20:00 🏓 Meg discusses upcoming pickleball camps and highlights the podcast's unique approach to covering the sport.

Dive deep into professional pickleball with Tyson and Meg, and get a firsthand look at the exciting, competitive, and often unpredictable pickleball scene. Don't forget to subscribe and join the conversation as we continue to explore and expand the world of pickleball together! 🌟🏓

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