Third Shot - A Pickleball Podcast

Owners of L Cubed Lifestyle, Eric and Karin, join Third Shot in this episode to share their company's story and the amazing products that they're currently offering. L Cubed is an emerging lifestyle company that is rooted in 3 pillars of life- laughter, learning, and longevity. Eric and Karin live by these pillars, and they're so much fun to talk to and passionate about what they do. Not to mention, the 100% polyamide premium athletic shirts are super soft, breathable, AND contains UV protection properties! 

Bay Club Pickleball instructor, Roger Lee, joins Uncle Greg and Brigie on this episode of Third Shot. Lee shares how he traded in his racquetball racquet for a pickleball paddle.  He now uses his platform and talent to help work groups team build and introduce others to the pickleball community. Lee and his wife have also helped fundraise prize money for the upcoming Tri-Valley Pickleball Club Harvest Crush Tournament. This tournament is dedicated to the loving memory of Jared Lee, Roger’s son. 

Pickleball coach and parent, Bryant Salcedo, joins Third Shot Podcast to share how he went from a high level tennis player to a content creating pickleball coach. Bryant also gets candid about balancing coaching and playing with parenting, and gives some first-hand advice on how to support your kid(s) in their sport interests. Tune in to hear all about it and follow @pickleballbryant for some great tips to enhance your game!

Tony Saatlou, founder of Redeemed Pickleball, joins Brigie and Uncle Greg in this episode of Third Shot. Redeemed Pickleball is a family-owned pickleball brand inspired by the love for the game of Pickleball. Tony shares the specs of the Genesis paddle and Brigie and Uncle Greg give their firsthand feedback on it. Listen to find out how Redeemed Pickleball is contributing to the community!

Uncle Greg joins Brigie in her Vegas studio to interview his pickleball friend, Karen Owoc. Karen is a certified clinical exercise physiologist in Cardiology at the Palo Alto VA Medical Center and in her own private practice. She also shares her expertise as the weekly health expert on KRON 4 Weekend Morning News. And now Third Shot gets the chance to learn from Karen, too! Listen in to hear how to prevent pickleball injuries and some nutrition tips to keep you feeling good on and off the court. 

On this episode of Third Shot, we get to hear the hype about the beautiful new pickleball facility, Craneway Pavilion, from repeat guest and owner, Rachel Hong. Craneway is located right on the bayside in Richmond, CA, and is quickly becoming the ultimate dining and entertainment destination. Rachel is candid about the challenges and achievements of opening Craneway and shares how this facility is contributing more than just pickleball to the community. 

Professional player Patrick Kawka shares his journey into pickleball in this episode of Third Shot. He's had an impressive career in both tennis and padel, and is now making a name for himself in the pickleball world. Patrick also shares his passion for paddle development and explains some of the science behind the designs.

In this episode of Third Shot, we get to hear from the co-founder of Epic Pickleball Life, Sunny. This new and upcoming lifestyle brand has launched a premium pickleball bag that embodies the spirit of pickleball. This brand values quality and innovation that's rooted in the co-founders' shared passion for the game. 

In this episode, owner of Spartus, Josh Kim, joins Third Shot to share how he got hooked on pickleball and turned his passions into a new career. Spartus offers paddles that deliver "maximum performance at maximum value." Josh explains the importance that research and development plays in his business and gives us the details of the Apollo- one of the best widebody paddles on the market!  

The ladies of Twisted Pickle are back on Third Shot, and they're here to share some exciting updates! Ashlee and Suzanne have combined their business expertise and marketing talents to grow their pickleball consulting company and develop a professional network for like-minded pickleball business owners. We can't wait to see what's to come for team Twisted Pickle.