So much in today's episode, including the early days of pickleball, the invention of the first composite paddle, a visit to Bainbridge Island, and Steve weighs in about the current Pickleball Hall of Fame controversy.

Background: Steve is the longest-running tournament player from 1974-present. He has been teaching pickleball since 1980 and was one of the first certified pickleball instructors with an IPTPA certification. Steve also helped his father Arlen, invent and design the first composite pickleball paddles. This was the creation of Pro-Lite back in 1984. Steve is a multi-National Champion at the 5.0 level. Steve was inducted to the Pickleball Hall of Fame in 2019 while his father Arlen was inducted into the inaugural class of the Pickleball Hall of Fame in 2017 along with the founders of the sport. Steve has a Masters in Education and has taught physical education for 30 years.