The Stack

The Stack

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The Stack episodes

  • Ep. 018 | "This Has Really Become a Cluster"

    Episode Highlights:

    • Lynne de Wett (Vet) details the boom of pickleball in RVA during the pandemic and how it's shaped her "Beginner" teachings.
    • Her philosophy behind those classes so you know what to expect, but just remember your sense of humor!
    • Jon and Joe detail why ESPN showcasing pickleball last Sunday is a great thing for the legitimacy of the sport on TV.
    • Mentioned in this episode:

      • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lynne de Wett's website
      • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CARITAS
      • Kindred Spirit Brewing
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        • Meet Our Partners:

          • OrthoVirginia
          • Skechers Pickleball
          • The Good Feet Store
          • Naborforce
          • 46 min
          • Ep. 017 | Broadcasts, JMAX & Hot Dogs

            Episode Highlights:

            • Jhonnatan Medina Alvarez is back from Venezuela and ready to dish on his favorite "dish", plus the impact pickleball will make for the Spanish speaking world.
            • He also details his philosophy on being in total shape for preventing injuries and how you can train just like him.
            • Plus, Jon and Joe discuss pro pickleball's broadcasting problems and what can be done to fix them.
            • Mentioned in this episode:

              • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JMAX & DigiMAX programs
              • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠La Cocina Pickleball
              • ⁠⁠Joe Hutzler Media⁠
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                • 34 min
                • Ep. 016 | Dink, Drive & Dodge the Scams!

                  Episode Highlights:

                  • Hunter Aiono, the Collegiate Program Coordinator, meets with Jon and Joe to discuss how a rating system has their own collegiate division of pickleball and how schools can enter.
                  • It's also announced that Performance Pickleball will play host to the Spring Super Regionals on March 23rd and 24th!
                  • Plus, Jon and Joe discuss the process of ensuring vetting and being vetted so the best equipment and apparel is in the gift shop and on the courts.
                  • Mentioned in this episode:

                    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DUPR Collegiate Pickleball Schedule
                    • ⁠⁠⁠⁠DUPR Nationals
                    • ⁠Joe Hutzler Media
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                      • 30 min
                      • Ep. 015 | Luhring Us Into the Next Gen

                        Episode Highlights:

                        • Cam Luhring, a member of the APP Next Gen Series and 3-time medalist at Performance Pickleball, joins the show from APP Punta Gorda.
                        • Cam takes us inside having a teammate for the first time at a tournament, how the sport of pickleball requires rest and his journey from chuckling at the "old people" to being there with them at those very courts now.
                        • Plus, Jon and Joe discuss the latest merger that will affect every level of pickleball and a the debut of Padel in Richmond.
                        • Mentioned in this episode:

                          • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cam Luhring Social Media
                          • ⁠⁠⁠APP Next Gen National Team
                          • Padel Coming to Richmond
                          • ⁠⁠⁠Pickleball Resolution Broadcast⁠
                          • Connect with us:

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                            • 40 min
                            • Ep. 014 | Who Can? VULCAN!

                              Episode Highlights:

                              • Lucia DiGiacomo, GM of Vulcan Pickleball, provides insight to how Vulcan's first ball for production became THE BALL for the PPA Tour!
                              • Lucia also details why healthy competition is good for the sport and why Vulcan will be on the short list of great options at the pro level.
                              • Plus, Jon and Joe discuss the implications of the progressive draw that the PPA will use in their Slams and Cups this year.
                              • Mentioned in this episode:

                                • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vulcan Pickleball
                                • ⁠⁠Vulcan VPRO FLIGHT Ball
                                • ⁠⁠Pickleball Resolution Broadcast
                                • ⁠⁠⁠Performance Pickleball App (Apple)⁠⁠⁠
                                • ⁠⁠⁠Performance Pickleball App (Android)⁠⁠⁠
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                                  • 37 min
                                  • Ep. 013 | The Buck Starts Here

                                    Episode Highlights:

                                    • Jon & Joe are joined by Stephen "Buck" Riner to discuss how the menu for Kitchen RVA came together and why a varied background is perfect for this dynamic setup.
                                    • Plus, what Tyson McGuffin and the PPA's announcements mean for PPBRVA's pro shop and tournaments
                                    • Mentioned in this episode:

                                      • ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tyson McGuffin to Joola
                                      • ⁠New Official Balls for PPA & APP
                                      • ⁠Pickleball Resolution Tournament⁠
                                      • ⁠⁠Performance Pickleball App (Apple)⁠⁠
                                      • ⁠⁠Performance Pickleball App (Android)⁠⁠
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                                        • 32 min
                                        • Ep. 012 | Shifflett With Two Ts

                                          Episode Highlights:

                                          • Jon & Joe are joined by Director of Community Relations, Christina Shifflett, to reflect on the makings of and playing in The Pickle Ball
                                          • Plus, Christina's coaching style and an important PSA about the new "Christina Kiosk"
                                          • Mentioned in this episode:

                                            • ⁠⁠⁠The Pickle Ball⁠⁠
                                            • PodPlay
                                            • Winter Leagues
                                            • Pickleball Resolution Tournament
                                            • ⁠Performance Pickleball App (Apple)⁠
                                            • ⁠Performance Pickleball App (Android)⁠
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                                              • 31 min
                                              • Ep. 011 | Jay Devilliers & Judit Castillo

                                                Episode Highlights:

                                                • Jay Devilliers & Judit Castillo join the show to discuss playing on our court surface, why exhibitions are so important for the growth of the game and which pro can play the guitar while the other is slicing through the powder with their skis?
                                                • Jon and Joe deliberate on the grand opening of Pickleball Paradise
                                                • The Performance Pickleball app is LIVE! How will booking a court work for members and non-members?
                                                • Mentioned in this episode:

                                                  • ⁠⁠The Pickle Ball⁠
                                                  • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jay Devilliers
                                                  • ⁠⁠Judit Castillo
                                                  • Performance Pickleball App (Apple)
                                                  • Performance Pickleball App (Android)
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                                                    • 31 min
                                                    • Ep. 010 | One Week Out

                                                      Episode Highlights:

                                                      • Only 7 days away from the Grand Opening means we keep the focus on you this week and what questions you submitted to the show through our social media channels.
                                                      • Mentioned in this episode:

                                                        • ⁠The Pickle Ball
                                                        • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Winter Leagues⁠⁠⁠
                                                        • ⁠Memberships⁠
                                                        • Connect with us:

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                                                          • 29 min
                                                          • Ep. 009 | PodPlay Babay!

                                                            Episode Highlights:

                                                            • PodPlay is coming to Pickleball Paradise! Ben Borton joins the show to pull the curtain back on how you will experience instant replay & digital scoring when playing at PPBRVA.
                                                            • Grand Opening date has been set!
                                                            • Plus, unpacking more of the Performance Pickleball app
                                                            • Mentioned in this episode:

                                                              • PodPlay
                                                              • Ben Borton⁠
                                                              • PingPod
                                                              • ⁠⁠⁠Winter Leagues⁠
                                                              • New Year's Resolution Tournament
                                                              • Connect with us:

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                                                                • 39 min

                                                                About The Stack

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