Pickleball Pro “CHRIS HAWORTH”Join the court with the dynamic duo, Annie and Rebecca, as they serve up the hottest podcast in the pickleball scene. In this week's electrifying episode, they've got a real ace up their sleeves – none other than pickleball pro extraordinaire, Chris Haworth! 🏓Get ready for a volley of laughter, insights, and intense pickleball passion as Chris spills the brine on his incredible journey through PPA and APP tournaments. Hold on to your paddles, because this isn't just any player – Chris went head-to-head with the #1 men's pickleball powerhouse, Ben Johns, and emerged victorious! 🏆But that's not all, folks! Dive into the dill with exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, strategy secrets, and the thrill of the game. Discover how Chris Haworth, proudly sponsored by Gearbox, brings his A-game to every match.Get in touch with ChrisFollow Chris on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/chrishaworth.pb/Business Inquiries for Chris click hereSee APP tour schedule click hereSee PPA tour schedule click hereToday’s “Word of the Day”"double hand-backhand"Today’s In the Kitchen CocktailPama Christmas Cocktail"Pickleball CHIX" isn't just a podcast; it's a court-side celebration where laughter meets lightning-fast rallies. So, whether you're a seasoned pickleball pro or a curious newcomer, this is your ticket to the ultimate pickleball party! 🎉 Don't miss out on the pickle-packed action – tune in to "Pickled Power Play" and let the games begin! 🥒🎧 #PickleballCHIX #PickledPowerPlay #GearboxGloryYou can find more information on the Pickleball CHIX blog.Podcast ScheduleWe will drop new episodes every other week. Watch for our short podcasts for motivation, lifestyle and other topics on our mind!Laughter is the best medicine, and pickleball is the best sport. Have Ideas for our Show?If you have show ideas, or topics you'd like to hear more about, or perhaps be a guest on our show, please email us at dink@pickleballCHIX.comContact us to host events, getaways, staycations, social lessons, tournaments, teambuilding and more! We love pickleball and the fun is contagious!the Pickleball CHIX contact infoAnnie + Rebeccaemail:dink@pickleballCHIX.comtext: 612-367-6268InstagramFaceBookYouTube

Pickleball Paradise at Lucky Shots Pickleball Club in MinneapolisBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. Welcome, Pickleball enthusiasts, to another exciting episode of The Pickleball CHIX podcast!In this episode, we dive into the thrilling experience we had coaching Lori & Julia as a part of the world of the myTalk 107 Project Down and Dirty fundraiser pickleball event held at Lucky's Pickleball Club in Minneapolis. They raiser over $116,526.00 for 4 charities.YES Lori & Julia won the championship - so exciting. We tour the fabulous pickleball club and speak with Anna, the General Manager. , Son and Daughter - Will & Ruby -Will is a Professional Pickleball Coach and Ruby is a high level player. Join the fun - with the CHIXSegment 1: Championship Win CelebrationJoin us as we share the electrifying news: YES, Lori & Julia emerged victorious, clinching the championship at the fundraiser pickleball event! The excitement is palpable, and we can't wait to spill all the details.Segment 2: Exclusive Club TourGet ready for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the fabulous pickleball club at Lucky's.We sit down with Anna, the club manager, to discuss the club's history, amenities, and what makes it a standout destination for pickleball enthusiasts.Special guests include Son and Daughter - Will & Ruby. Will is a Professional Pickleball Coach, and Ruby is a high-level player. Discover their insights into the sport, their journey, and what sets pickleball apart.Segment 3: Interview with Will & RubyDive deep into the world of pickleball coaching with Will as he shares his experiences, tips for aspiring players, and the joy of being part of the growing pickleball community.Ruby joins the conversation to discuss her journey as a high-level pickleball player, the challenges she's faced, and the moments that make the game truly special.Today’s “Word of the Day”Lucky'sToday’s In the Kitchen CocktailVampire Kiss (spooky good) We know Halloween is over, but who doesn't love dry ice and a fun drink?Steps:Rim your glass with special mix with corn syrup to make a bloody rimShake ingredients Pour over dry iceIngredients:2 oz Gray Duck vodka (Minnesota local)2 oz Pink Cranberry Juice2 oz Black Cherry Juice1 oz Grenadinesplash of Lime JuiceGet to Know Lucky Shots Pickleball ClubWelcome to Lucky Shots Pickleball Club, the beating heart of...

"Pickleball Recovery“ 3 Tools You Want to Use Dr. Cynthia Boccara MLP ChiropractorBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. This episode the Pickleball CHIX talk with Dr. Cynthia Boccara, MLP Chiropractor, known as the Pickleball DOC! Dr. C. has just come off the MLP at Atlanta where she treats many pickleball Pro's. We explore common injuries, and 3 fabulous tools to use to prevent injuries on the pickleball court, recovery more quickly, and play pickleball as often as you want, or at least until you are 90 years old!Stay tuned to the end - and be sure to sign up for the special offer - see show notes below.Today’s “Word of the Day”MLP (Major League Pickleball)Today’s In the Kitchen CocktailThe Pickleball Empress with Empress 1908 Indigo Gin This is a great cocktail, Ron from Harbor Wine and Spirits in Mound, Minnesota, you did it again!2 oz Empress 1908 Indigo GinRim with something fabulous (we like pink)Add Fevertree grapefruit sodaTop with fresh grapefruitSee the tutorial online on our YouTube Channel3 Tools for everyone's pickleball bagScrape Tool (we are giving one away from Dr. C.) with Rock SauceTapeDynamic Cupping Dr Cynthia Contact Information and Free OfferInstagram @drc_thepickleballdocthepickleballdoc.net.Get the free offer here:  https://thepickleballdoc.net/guide-optin-form/We hope you like these tips, we really want people to be able to experience the fun and have fun, and that we can say that we kind of helped someone along the way with their pickleball game, and that they just look at life a little bit differently. You can find more information on the Pickleball CHIX blog.Podcast ScheduleWe will drop new episodes every other week. Watch for our short podcasts for...

Pickleball PRO, Connector, Game Changer: The Ryan Sherry Pickleball OdysseyBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. In this podcast episode, the Pickleball CHIX talk with the "man", the "legend", Ryan Sherry!Ryan not only plays as a pickleball PRO, but has impacted pickleball in so many fun ways. His skills on the pickleball court are only rivaled to his charisma and business success off the court.Ryan cofounded Legacy Pro Sports with his college buddy, former NFL Brandon Siler. Legacy Pro Sports assist former NFL and MLB players in achieving a sustainable lifestyle by taking advantage of the benefits available to them.Watch this episode where we talk with Ryan about his pickleball connections to some of our pickleball favorites, Julio and Pickleball McNasty! We also chat about pickleball greats, Kyle Yates, Ben Johns, Parris Todd and more!We talk about how pickleball first made it to ESPN - thank you RYAN!Have you heard of PBX Pickleball? Ryan has an upcoming event with this great group! PBX is a pickleball league that provides opportunities to play against former professional athletes.Today’s “Word of the Day”PRO (in honor of our guest)Today’s In the Kitchen CocktailSHERRY BERRY for SHERBEAR!We hope you like these tips, we really want people to be able to experience the fun and have fun, and that we can say that we kind of helped someone along the way with their pickleball game, and that they just look at life a little bit differently. You can find more information on the Pickleball CHIX blog.Upcoming podcasts will include:Podcast ScheduleWe will drop new episodes every other week. Watch for our short podcasts for motivation, lifestyle and other topics on our mind!Laughter is the best medicine, and pickleball is the best sport. Have Ideas for our Show?If you have show ideas, or topics you'd like to hear more about, or perhaps be a guest on our show, please email us at dink@pickleballCHIX.comContact us to host events, getaways, staycations, social lessons, tournaments, teambuilding and more! We love pickleball and the fun is contagious!the Pickleball CHIX contact infoAnnie + Rebeccaemail:dink@pickleballCHIX.comtext: 612-367-6268InstagramFaceBook

Pickleball GOLD Pickleball GOLD: Champion Conversations with Gabe Joseph Pickleball PROBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. In this episode where the Pickleball CHIX congratulate and chat with the pickleball player on tour with SWAG - Gabe Joseph who took GOLD in Men's Singles at the PPA Takeya Showcase Presented by Best Day Brewing.The road to pickleball GOLD was paved with playing top players. Gabe played Pablo Tellez in the first round, moved on to playing with Connor Garnett, and then Yates Johnson in the quarter finals, and to Tyson McGuffin in semi-finals and then Championship Sunday where he defeated Federic Staksrud in two games: 11 to 6 and 12 to 10.Gabe is sponsored by ACE Pickleball more about how Gabe got his start with pickleball, what it is like to play professionally and meet the real VIP - KOBE - the cutie frenchie - the man!Today’s “Word of the Day”"gold"Today’s In the Kitchen Cocktail "Basil Drop Restorative Cocktail"Ingredients: Vodka - Prairie OrganicBasil leaf (2)Lemonade (1 oz)Lime Juice (1 oz)Simple Syrup (1 oz)Thanks Ron - you knocked it out of the park again. We talk about good energy, and when you are a good person, things fall into place! Go Gabe. Faced with adversity with his sponsor one year ago, he landed another sponsor with ACE, he has a lot of respect for WILL the owner. From this lesson, Gabe says, "if it don't fit, don't force it".The ACE Diamond - Gabe's paddle sold out, and ACE is bringing out a new paddle, the CLUB.We also speak about Gabe's paddle and how he customized it, which is a part of his secret sauce. Fun Fact - Gabe's first job was Sports Chalet and then moved to a tennis shop, and he is all about customization. When he was on the KITCHEN they wanted Gabe to give all the details.Now let's talk about...

Pickleball GAME CHANGER!! Benefits of Red/Infrared Light with Dr. Zulia Frost with FLEXBEAMBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. OVERVIEWPickleball players get curious about red light therapy and how it can help you play with more energy and recover faster. You will hear about the exact routine that will help support optimal joint and tendon function, muscle recovery, increase blood flow and circulation, decreases inflammation, and supports the body's natural healing processes.Our featured product for red light is @theflexbeam This device is portable and powerful. We bring it with us to the pickleball court, or when we travel for pickleball tournaments or on vacation.In this episode, we interview Dr. Zulia Frost. She is the co-founder and medical doctor and clinical director at Recharge Health, creators of a targeted red-light device, our favorite - the FlexBeam. Dr. Zulia is known as a "healer" and is renowned worldwide for pioneering integrative light and energy therapy.Find FLEXBEAM on Instagram here.Find FLEXBEAM on FaceBook here.Don't forget to enter for the FLEXBEAM GIVEAWAY - must enter by 8-2-23 by 3 pm CST. See lessPurchase FLEXBEAM here. enter code: pickleballCHIX for $75 off (offer expires 8/31/23)Sponsored by Harbor Wine and Spirits in Mound, Minnesota.Today’s “Word of the Day”"Light"Today’s In the Kitchen CocktailRed Light Therapy - "Aperol Spritz"Ingredients Aperol and Freixenet ProseccoWe hope you like these tips, we really want people to be able to experience the fun and have fun, and we can say that we kind of helped someone along the way with their pickleball game, and that they just look at life a little bit differently. You can find more information on the

Santa Monica Pickleball Center with LA Tennis Pros Jon Neeter and Julio RiveraBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. In this pickleball podcast episode the pickleball CHIX tour the hottest pickleball club in LA, the Santa Monica Pickleball Center with with LA Tennis Pros Jon Neeter and Julio Rivera. The duo invested over $400,000 in America's fastest growing sport. Their Open House in the Spring of 2023 was a big hit with more than 400 people attending.The new facility provides four new lighted outdoor pickleball courts and 2,000 square feet of retail space which offers the largest inventory of pickleball equipment in all of Los Angeles.Because Pickleball is the fastest growing sport, celebrity participation is also on the rise. Enthusiasts include Leonardo DiCaprio, Will Ferrell, Stephen Colbert, Kelly Roland to name a few. Jamie Foxx produces his own line of pickleball paddles that is now sold at The Santa Monica Pickleball Center.The Santa Monica Tennis Center has also had dozens of celebrity visitors including Britney Spears, Matt Damon, Owen Wilson, Michael Keaton, Dustin Hoffman, Christian Bale, and Blake Griffin and the owners have given private lessons to celebrities like Kate Hudson, Hilary Swank, Lance Armstrong, and several others.We also talk about Major League Pickleball and the National Pickleball League. It's a fun show, please join us. Meet the National Pickleball Team.Today’s “Word of the Day”"paddle" in honor of our guests at Santa Monica Pickleball Center's great wall of pickleball paddlesToday’s In the Kitchen CocktailOur Mixologist, Ron from Harbor Wines and Spirits in Mound, Minnesota crafted a the "Spicey Viking Pickle", and Rebecca couldn't help but add to the name, the "Spicey Viking Pickle Paddle"IngredientsVIKRE Distillery Ovrevann Aquavit Spirits infused with caraway and cardamom Spooky Dill Bloody Mary Mix (check out all of their products - yum) See more recipes here.Sable & Rosenfeld Garlic & Dill Tipsy Cocktail StirrersRokz Bloody Mary SaltDillLet's get started with the tour of the hottest pickleball club in LA!Located off Wilshire and 25th...

Pickleball Pilot - Dean Matt breaking world recordsBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. Our guest today was featured on local and national news, such as FOX nationally and locally. The Pickleball CHIX talk with the Pickleball PILOT - Dean Matt - known as Muchodeanareo about his world record attempt called the 48 x 48 x 48 Challenge. You'll love this pickleball podcast episode where pickleball pilot, Dean Matt set out to break a record by visiting 48 states in 48 days and play 48 games of pickleball. You'll love his interesting story - the fabulous people he met along the way - and more!! Today’s “Word of the Day”"flight"Today’s In the Kitchen Cocktail48 State Bootlegger (in honor of our guest who flew into Minnesota)Ingredients: Summer Lakes Bootlegger cocktail mix. Two ounces. You're gonna want toPrairie Organic Gin. Here we made in Princeton, MinnesotaThank you to our Sponsors Harbor Wine and Spirits and to our Mixologist, RON!Let's get to know DeanHe started flying since high school, flying has always been a passion and he has had a plane for the last 25 years and recently upgraded to a six passenger plane, it's turbocharged and it will be able to go up to 27,000 feet. So while I have been out west, over the mountains in my other plane, this plane is just much more easier to do it with. So I moved down. My wife and I moved down from the Chicago area about two years ago to Sarasota Florida here. And we moved into a golfing community. We thought we'd be golfing, doing a lot of golfing. We have a little golf cart, but all we use our golf cart for is to go to the pickleball courts. How did you come up with this idea?So we started playing pickleball I met a guy who I met a lot of people obviously playing pickleball. And then the guy who was on I said, Hey, Shannon, I always want to go around the country. Now Shannon's a he's a real pilots. He's he manages aircraft for a living and he plays jets and all that stuff. Me I'm just a single engine guy with a couple 1000 hours instrument rated. And so we started planning and he says yeah, I'm going to clear the decks for May. We started this about six months ago. And I did all the logistics I'm retired. So I've been calling people all across the United States,...

Pickleball's BRAINSDOC pickleball pro, coach and advocateBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. The CHIX have been playing pickleball at Mega Pickle and Pong in Chanhassen, Minnesota and outdoors. Follow the CHIX on Instagram to see where the latest outdoor court can be found. In this episode where the Pickleball CHIX talk with Pickleball's BRAINSDOC pickleball pro, coach and advocate Mircea Morariu. We talk Major League Pickleball, PPA, APP and National Pickleball League and more. It's a great episode.Today’s “Word of the Day”"Coach"Today’s In the Kitchen CocktailSummertime Fun Peach Drink.Made with Peach Crown Royal, Risata Prosecco, peach mango juice, mint leaf and peaches. YUM! A special thank you to Ron, our Mixologist from Harbor Wine and Spirits in Mound Minnesota. He came up with this one. It is the summertime fun peach drink. And it is because of our guest today the BLQK coach. So what's in it, you ask? Well, the reason that he came up with the drink is because BLQK stands for Building Legacies for our Queens and Kings.Well that brought him to the Peach Crown Royal and then we also add some Risata Prosecco. Okay, after that, you add some peach mango juice. Wow. And then after that, we are going to add some mint leaf and some peaches. WOW. Okay, pickleball lovers, today we have a very interesting guest, a man that is coming to us from tennis juniors, to playing tennis at Brown, and later finding squash while attending medical school. Yeah, that's right. And then he found his way to the pickleball court. Ranked #1 Senior APP Pro Player of the Year in 2021. And, happens to be a coach for one of our favorite Major League pickleball team California BLQK Bears. And, Coach to JW Johnson and Jorja Johnson.We talk about Major League Pickleball and the excitement of the final event in Season 1. We talk Dylan Frazier, Pablo Tellez,

PPA bubly Pickleball Tournament, MLP Draft and Interviews with Pickleball Pro's & Owner'sBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. What is Pickleball McNasty - is it a pickleball move on the court? It is a movement, it is a brand, this podcast features Matt Manasee, the one and only Pickleball McNasty - also known as the Pickleball Coach to the Stars!!How did Pickleball McNasty get his start with pickleball, why does he love pickleball, who has he trained, who has he played with, which brands does he work with and what does he think the future of pickleball holds?You'll get these answers, maybe even a tip or two, and a lot of fun.Pickleball McNasty plays pickleball professionally, teaches every level of pickleball and is a pickleball Ambassador, working with brands such as Municipal, E11Vodka, @crush.yard, and is on team @joolapickleball and @tastecando and has such an interesting involvement with pickleball.Too many highlights to mention, let's go, this is a great episode. Let's have some fun - on and off the pickleball court! Cheers!Today’s “Word of the Day”PICKLEToday’s In the Kitchen CocktailTHE PICK11ER in honor of E11even Vodka - Let's get started...E11even Vodka is the official pickleball or official pickleball the official drink of pickleball official vodka pickleball rather. But yeah, I got connected with them about a year ago and they came to me and they wanted to do a pickleball event for the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation because they they make a special pink bottleneck for breast cancer month or in October. So we did an event and we raised $60,000 for the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation. I went to Miami and we hosted the event at the Skip Simpkins household, we brought in eight pickleball pros, a bunch of my sponsors. And it turned out to be a great event for auction.  people came and after that, they decided they wanted to continue working with me. And we came out with this drink and the PR box that I'm sure you've seen online. We just did another little event in Miami in the Miami design district called Pickleball Jam. And we have we have a lot more coming. So yeah, it's it's been a cool little partnership. And that's been fun.Pickleball McNasty - coaches at every single level, and is on the cultural side of pickleball with the celebrities, which puts him in a position to to be an authority in the sport of pickleball. What does Pickleball McNasty want to do with the game of pickleball?Matt says, he wants to continue being a part of every aspect. He wants to grow the game of pickleball from the amateur level because he thinks that is very important by creating more amateur events and branded events, corporate clinics, and is excited to see what opportunities are out there and to continue putting smiles on people's faces.We hope you like these tips, we really want people to be able to experience the fun and have fun, and that we can say that we kind of helped someone along the way with their pickleball game, and that they just...

pickleball warm-up, prevention and recovery Dr. Brody with Hopkins Health & WellnessBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. Rebecca is on location today at Hopkins Health and Wellness Center with our good friend Dr. Brody, chiropractor and co-owner of the Hopkins Health and Wellness Center in Hopkins, Minnesota, and Annie is still in Marco Island, Florida. Rebecca has worked with Hopkins Health and Wellness for about 15 years, including more recently as she worked to recovery from a pickleball injury with her knee.Today’s “Word of the Day”AdjustmentToday’s In the Kitchen CocktailFlaming Dr. Pepper brings some excitement to the party with fire. The combination of rum, amaretto, and beer mimics the taste of Dr. Pepper.Recipe3/4 ounce amaretto liqueur1/4 ounce 151-proof rum4 ounces beerGather ingredientsFill a shot glass 3/4 full with amaretto.Slowly float the overproof rum on top to fill the shot glass by pouring it over the back of a bar spoon.Blow out the flame, drop the shot glass into the beer, and drink in one gulp.Dr. Brody is from Boulder, Colorado, and studied at University of Colorado where he met is wife, who is from Eden Prairie. Dr. Brody went to grad school at Northwestern in Bloomington, MN and started to practice in Aspen, and then had a one year stint in Hollywood before returning to Minnesota.Top 2 Pickleball Injuries Dr. Brody sees:inflammation of the elbowshoulderRebecca shares that two of her friends recently had fallen. Annie speaks about the importance of wearing pickleball shoes, and especially when playing in gymnasiums. Dr. Brody suggests that after a fall, get evaluated, get checked out medically to ensure there isn't something going on that may cause issues down the road.CHIX talk about warm-ups and cool-downs and the fact that so many people playing pickleball do not seem to warm-up and for sure very few cool-down. In fact, Rebecca and Annie have a warm-up routine that when playing, their opponents are like "wow, this is intimidating" , and the CHIX joke that they hadn't even shared their pickleball game faces yet!Dr. Brody talks about the benefits of warming up and cooling down. He agrees that warming up in the morning several hours prior to your game has benefits, but that far too many people are not cooling down which can really cause issues.PRP Injection - a regenerative therapy, and stands for is platelet rich plasma. Dr. Brody states that PRP has worked really well to reduce inflammation. There may be a little soreness after the procedure, and you can expect a maximum benefit of approximately 12 weeks.Let's talk about the stars!!Dr. Brody was recruited to go work for International Sports Performance Center, who contracts out to different celebrities and professional athletes. He...

CHIX talk pickleball slam and pickleball rules with Courtney Johnson, Director of Major League Pickleball OfficiatingBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickleball. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. This is the eleventh episode where the Pickleball CHIX talk pickleball slam, pickleball rules and more with Courtney Johnson, Director of Officiating for Major League Pickleball. When we met Courtney she had just been awarded the Unsung Hero Award for her efforts with Major League Pickleball. Courtney has also been a USA Pickleball Ambassador since 2017. She has officiated at MLP, PPA, APP, USA Pickleball, the Inaugural Pickleball Slam and various local tournaments and truly enjoys supporting the fastest growing sport in America.You will hear about Courtney's experiences in officiating pickleball games at Major League Pickleball MLP, Professional Pickleball Association PPA, Association of Pickleball Professionals APP, USA Pickleball, and various local tournaments and truly enjoys supporting the fastest growing sport in America.pickleball CHIX next event is on May 13th celebrating Mom's where there are two groups: 3.5+ and 3.0. All ladies will play 6 games of pickleball, and enjoy the exclusive pickleball CHIX lounge filled with warm-up, recovery, hydration, health and wellness products and experiences, including massages and more. Sign up on Court Reserve, or for more information click here.Today’s “Word of the Day”In honor of our guest, the word of the day is "court"Today’s In the Kitchen CocktailPink Court. The Pink Court is a beautiful glass of champagne (we prefer Moët Chandon) with raspberries.We are also celebrating -- It's Courtney's Birthday - happy happy birthday! Courtney celebrated by playing pickleball at Chicken and Pickle with her friends, and later going for dinner with her hubby and daughter.So how did Courtney get started?Courtney says "I started playing just like with I feel like everyone in pickleball I started playing back in 2012. But in Texas, we didn't really start having tournaments till maybe like 2017 2018. So I just these tournaments needed referees. So obviously, I was like, Well, what do I need to do? Like, I'm loving help. And so back in 2017, I started

PPA bubly Pickleball Tournament, MLP Draft and Interviews with Pickleball Pro's & Owner'sBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. Today’s “Word of the Day” you now what to do when you hear the word of the daypartnerToday’s In the Kitchen Cocktailpickleball CHIX SipperWhat's in the cocktail?Champagne of choice (Brut) with fresh cantaloupe juice and shaved vanilla beanThis is the tenth episode where the Pickleball CHIX talk with pickleball PRO - Brendon H Long - of Naples, Florida playing on the Major League Pickleball team - the Miami Pickleball Club, and hot off the court taking the "GOLD" with Tyson McGuffin in Men's Doubles at the Selkirk Red Rock Open this past weekend in Utah where they battled Dekel Bar/Collin Johns and Riley Newman/James Ignatowich on their way to the GOLD. We get the inside scoop from Brendon - on the rollercoaster ride and the energy and excitement of the tournament.We talk about how Brendon who is from Naples, Florida started playing pickleball because his Mom had known about pickleball. His Mom learned about pickleball from her brother. What a great story.Brendon's Uncle claims he knew the guy that invented pickleball, and about 30 years ago, he bought a whole bunch of nets, and tried to pitch it to cruise ships and hotels and everything that it was more accessible in smaller, like smaller space sport. And he couldn't sell any of them. He just lost a whole bunch of money and no one no hotels or cruise ships wanted it.Upon Brendon's return from college and who he met Kyle Yates and Barry Waddell in Fort Meyers, and created a fun friendship playing, having fun and started playing in pickleball tournaments. FIRST TOURNAMENT - US Open Which interestingly enough is about to start in Naples, Florida, April 15 - 22, 2023.RED ROCK PLAYBrendon says, "I ask all my partners is I want I need you to pump me up. Okay, I try and do it myself. But it's just so much better when my partner is also bringing the intensity and the energy because it just helps me get focused and

NEW EPISODE: CHIX highlight local pickleball POSSE from Pictona in Daytona Beach FloridaThe pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sport "pickleball." Get ready for their "new local podcast series" highlighting the fabulous people who play and love pickleball on their local courts. "YOU too"!!! could be featured!! Today we are introducing the Pickleball POSSE, a fabulous group of friends make up this great group from Pictona in Holly Hills, Florida or as we say "Pictona in Daytona".Meet the Mayor, Mark and his beautiful wife Jeannette, Scott and Mindy James, Kirstin and Keith Moore, Alan and Deb Hand, Coach Mike and Michelle Hanson, a few POSSE members who couldn't be there Richard and Tracy Arrandale and Courtneyand Jared Shelite.We will highlight their stories of the game of pickleball that changed their lives. As always, we will have fun, a word and drink of the day! We also have a special drop-in guest, Irina Tereschenko from LA Mad Drops a Major League Pickleball Premier Level Team.If YOU would like to be featured in the chicks local highlighted series, chat with Annie and Rebecca today, send a message on social or email to dink@pickleballchix.com.Today’s “Word of the Day”POSSEToday’s In the Kitchen CocktailPickleball POSSE - secret recipe of the POSSE. Today, we had an extra special "second" cocktail from Dulce Vida Spirts - a Major League Pickleball Sponsor. They generously donated the Pineapple Jalapeno drink to us today, and we must say we love it. Thank you Dulce Vida!!Why does the POSSE love pickleball and what do they love most about Pictona? You'll hear all about it in the podcast.Learn how Mark played baseball at Pictona before Pictona was Pictona. Learn how they started playing pickleball, what happens when one of the husbands hits a "smash" pickleball hit, and why they just might get a lot of blue cards - well we would like to say the ladies should get "pink" cards.We hope you enjoyed this FIRST episode of our LOCAL highlight where we shine a light on the people playing pickleball at the local level.Who are some of the favorite Pickleball Pro's?Jay Devilliers - learn more about him here. Follow Jay on Instagram here. And follow Jay on FaceBook here. See J

CHIX talk with Pro Pickleball Coach Mark Price (PPR Certified)Bring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball chicks are obsessed with America's fastestgrowing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. This is the pickleball CHIX nineth episode of the Pickleball Diaries where fun and laughter abounds, and the pickleball CHIX celebrate over 4000 Instagram followers. This episode is a great one, the CHIX chat with Mark Price with Mark Price Pickleball, making waves with pickleball as a Pro Pickleball player and coach with over 25 years of experience brings pickleball tips, strategy and more on Instagram, facebook, through his camps, clinics and children’s foundation.  Today’s “Word of the Day”TIP  (you guessed it) You know what to do – when you hear the word, “tip” have sip – join the fun with the CHIX!Today’s In the Kitchen CocktailIron Butterfly in honor of Rebecca’s Birthday.History of the Shot:Rebecca loves this drink, her husband drinks it, and Annie first heard about this from her friend Barb –oh so many years ago. YUM!! What is the shot?Bailey’s, Tito’s Vodka and Kahlua with some special sprinkles (love it) and a candle for Rebecca’s birthday!Introducing Mr. Mark Price with Mark Price Pickleball. So special that he came across the pond,making waves in the pickleball space with his instructional videos, camps, clinics and children’s foundation. Mark came to the United States for love! And – we love it! They met on Instagram – how cool is that!!Tip Master (that is what the pickleball CHIX call MARK)Rebecca asked what's your number one tip that you've ever given out? The one that the most people have commented on your Instagram? Mark needs to check with his media manager he's the Stat Master. (ha!)Mark uses letters to coach with because he finds it is easy for his students to remember.Pickleball Tip: The Three O’s of resetting Off balance      Off course        OutstretchedWhen we are when we're pushed off court or we're off balance, we want to get them back. So we want to attack the player who made us feel uncomfortable. And it's the wrong move!By attacking when you're off court, your whole court opens. So often, beginners will tend to get pushed off court or off balance and they're attacking back. And they're in a vulnerable position because they're not balanced, or they're off court. New Pickleball Players New pickleball players often are met with everybody and anybody who wants to tell new players the way pickleball should be played, where you should stand, and so forth. It becomes overwhelming and actually...

CHIX talk pickleball with Pickleball PRO Zane NavratilThis is the 8th pickleball podcast where the pickleball CHIX interview special guest, Pickleball Pro, Zane Navratil. He is currently ranked #4 in singles on the World Pickleball Rankings, but has been as high as #1, just last summer of 2022. Here are some impressive stats: ·        18X APP Tour Gold Medalist2X Major League Pickleball Champion 2X PPA Tour Gold Medalist Major League Pickleball Premier League First-RoundDraft Pick (2023 Season) with Team Frisco Clean Cause2022 APP Cincinnati Open Triple Crown Winner The CHIX ask Zane about "Smack Pong", his family, growing up in Racine Wisconsin, and learn about the business opportunity Zane has found with his passion for pickleball. Zane has a connection to the midwest, and has played at a local Minnesota club - Lucky Shots where he has filmed videos. He is a mover and shaker, as he has several partners, such as ProXR pickleball paddle, Yobow recovery tool and Pickle Social owned by Competitive Social Ventures where encouraging play with unique themed entertainment venues center around experiences, premium food and beverage offerings, and live entertainment. Zane shares his experiences moving from APP to PPA for the year 2023, which he is excited about. Coming from Major League Pickleball Team BLQK and an impressive year, he is now with Frisco Clean Cause. Zane loves the team play with the MLP format and now doesn't miss anythingabout tennis. Zane shares a tip for pickleball players of all ages and skill levels. He breaks it down into "INPUTS" and "OUTPUTS". Watching your "input" controls the "output", learn more in the podcast. Who is the one person Zane would like to play pickleball doubles with? You'll have to listen to hear his answer.Smack PongA game Zane and his Dad created, and you know what they are still waiting for it to be an Olympic sport. For those who haven't heard of Smack Pong yet, for maybe some of the few who haven't heard of Smack Pong. It's basically like a mix between ping pong and sting pong. And Sting Pong being where you win a point and the other person has to turn around and you get to wing a ping pong ball, Smack Pong is where you play regular ping pong. However, if you just drill somebody with the ball, you get three points instead of one point. So it definitely is for the people that wake up and choose violence in the morning. So that's how that's how my dad and I can sometimes get some aggression out. So the nice part about Smack Pong. Now imagine you're in a pink and a pickleball match and you're playing major league pickleball scoring. It's you're down zero to 20 in a game to 21. The beauty about Smack Pong is the game is never over because if you hit if I hit my dad or my dad hits me above the neckline, headshots are game winning. And my Dad gets a headshot on me and then it's game over. He just turned the tides so yeah, usually when you're down about 15 points, you start going for headshots. It's a ping pong ball, it doesn't hurt too badly.Zane is a family guy!Close with both his Dad and Mom, even sharing the same tennis coach as his Dad, Harold Swanson from Prairie School in Racine, Wisconsin. Entrepreneurial spirit runs deep in the Navratil family. Zane’s parents own Dimples Fine Imports in Racine, Wisconsin, they bring they bring...

CHIX talk pickleball with Ritchie Tuazon - Owner of Pickleball Dynasty TEAM BLQKBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. This is the seventh episode where the Pickleball CHIX talk with Mr. Ritchie Tuazon founder and co-owner of major league team BLQK. BLQK was one of the first 8 teams to be a part of major league pickleball in 2021. They made history as MLP's Season 1 Champs. It's an exciting episode, thank you for joining us!Today’s “Word of the Day”JOY - learn about BLQK's dedication by clicking here.Today’s In the Kitchen CocktailBLQK TINI - in honor of our guest.History of the Drink - inspired by BLQK Coffee, who are on a mission to grow the exciting sport of pickleball, and to spread joy that comes from playing pickleball. Meet one of the nicest guys and owners in the Major League Pickleball space. Mr.Ritchie Tauzon, co-owner of TEAM BLQK. BLQK was one of the original eight major league pickleball teams in 2021 and made history taking the championship in 2021 with their first team members: Ben Johns, Irina Tereschenko, Rob Nunnery and Andrea Koop. In fact, we’ve heard BLQK has been called “the first pickleball dynasty”. Way back when in 2021. Team BLQK is in their third year within the pickleball major league world, and have had top name players in 2022 like Zane Navritil, Parris Todd, Rafa Hewett and returning Irina Tereschenko. Moving into the current year of 2023, Team BLQK has returning player Andrea Koop, who was their 2023 #1 draft pick, along with Dylan Frazier, Frederico Staksrud and Maggie Brascia.So let’s learn more about Ritchie. Ritchie shares he feel in love with pickleball in January of 2021, and is a big fan of all of the positive aspects of pickleball.  So how did Ritchie get his start with owning a pickleball team? He met with Steve Kuhn, Books Wiley and Christine McGrath. Christine was working with BLQK Coffee in Los Angeles. Ritchie and Justin met each other playing golf together in Burbank, and Ritchie thought this may be a good way to bring more attention to the , and co-owner of BLQK, Justin Watson, former NFL Superbowl Champ and Ritchie and the premise behind BLQK Coffee donates 25% of profits to social justice. Whether that be building courts or donating to high achievers.  Fast forward to 2023 we now have 24 teams. In November of 2022, Major League Pickleball and the Professional Pickleball Association’s new VIBE Pickleball League agreed to merge....

The fun for the CHIX and Pickleball Community ContinuesThis is the Pickleball CHIX fifth episode of the Pickleball Diaries where fun and laughter abound, while the CHIX catch up on pickleball adventures.The CHIX introduce the "word" of the day, (can you guess what the word of the day is) and the "in the kitchen cocktail (a different one every week), and of course the CHIX talk about their new favorite paddle, from PikNinja Sports, the Revenant carbon face pickleball paddle.Don’t miss the fun convo where the CHIX talk with a very special guest, FuYei, founder and Owner PikNinja Sports, offering the best pickleball paddles on the market. Just ask the CHIX!  Or don’t take their word for it, check out the article recently featured on CNN where PikNinja is named one of the best paddles for those beginning their pickleball journey. The CHIX and FuYei talk about how PikNinja got started making pickleball paddles. It is an endearing story, and you will certainly be impressed with the community drive FuYei and PikNinja sports have deeply rooted within them.Today’s “Word of the Day”Paddle (you guessed it) Today’s In the Kitchen CocktailThe Pink NinjaWhat is in the Shot?:Blue Raspberry Vodka with lemonadeLet’s get started with our treasured guest FuYei and PikNinja’s launch story, and his  mission to grow pickleball by sharing the joy and love of pickleball with everyone, including a community driven approach where FuYei shares his expertise with those less fortunate. FuYei is a respected pickler of the Minneapolis community, and shares his favorite moment in pickleball. Enjoy this episode of the Pickleball CHIX podcast.How did PikNinja ports start?Kennedy, FuYei’s daughter is the one that helped create the famous Assassin Pro paddle. She initially asked her Dad if she could get her own paddle. After going to Shields and  Dick's Sporting Goods to start  looking at pickleball paddles, Kennedy was looking for something a young girl would like, such as Wonder Woman or Spider Girl or something cool. After coming up empty handed, little Kennedy (age 6) said Dad, why don't you just make me a paddle Dad.At that was the start. FuYei made a little ninja, a little ninja, because his daughter wanted  something powerful that she could be inspired by that can safe.All of a sudden, people just started loving it and after seeing FuYei and his family playing on the court they begain asking how they could get on. So FuYei started taking names down, and all of a sudden they had 50 to 100 people on the list. And there we go – the launch of PikNinja Sports. And, after his daughter’s teacher recognizing PikNinja and learning that was her Dad’s company, she came home and in her eyes her Dad is a “star”. There is nothing better than...

Pickleball CHIX host Rick Gray of Mega Pickle and Pong - Minnesota's Premiere Pickleball ClubBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. The fun for the CHIX and Pickleball Community ContinuesThis is the Pickleball CHIX fifth episode of the Pickleball Diaries where fun and laughter abound, while the CHIX catch up on pickleball adventures.The CHIX introduce the "word" of the day, (can you guess what the word of the day is) and the "in the kitchen cocktail (a different one every week), and of course the CHIX talk about their new favorite paddle, from PikNinja Sports, the Revenant carbon face pickleball paddle.Don’t miss the fun convo where the CHIX talk with a very special guest, Mr. Rick Gray, founder and Owner of Minnesota’s premier pickleball club Mega Pickle and Pong in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Rick shares how Mega got its start, who inspired him to consider opening a pickleball club, how Mega’s facilities were designed, or should say by whom, and his vision for community and building friendships playing America’s fastest growing sport, “pickleball”. He has become obsessed with pickleball, and shares a very BIG and EXCITING announcement, or should we say confirms the BUZZ in the air! The CHIX catch-up.Annie has been in Marco playing pickleball at the Marco Island Racquet Center, YMCA, The Pickleball Center in Naples, a few private residences and more. Loving the sunshine and playing in pickleball in paradise. Meeting great people, playing fun pickleball and taking in the warm and sun of beautiful Florida. Rebecca has been taking care of her knee, following strict orders, and finding that icing and cryo-therapy is a must. She is healing – and her CHIX partner is super excited to be back on the pickleball court playing with her partner!! The mental fortitude Rebecca has demonstrated is beyond compare. In sports, including pickleball, your mindset, your mentality all impact your game. Rebecca also attended the PikNinja Paddle Release Party and Celebration at Mega Pickle and Pong in Chanhassen, Minnesota. As you all know, our favorite pickleball paddle has been the Assassin Pro by PikNinja in “pink”. However, we have upgraded to the new

PPA bubly Pickleball Tournament, MLP Draft and Interviews with Pickleball Pro's & Owner'sBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. This is the fourth episode where the Pickleball CHIX talk about the their experience at the PPA bubly Tournament in Vegas, the MLP draft, the Premier and Challenger teams of the MLP, the PPA bubly team Championships between pickleball pro’s and tennis pro’s and the latest MLP exciting news. #playwheretheprosplayTop pickleball pros we feature in this podcast:           Anna Leigh Waters                Zane Navritil       Tyson McGuffinBig News. Stay tuned! Margaritaville joins Major League Pickleball as a Title Sponsor branding the league  “MLP by Margaritaville”. As a leading global leading lifestyle brand the goal is to elevate the live experience for fans, players and MLP events nationwide. Who doesn’t love Jimmy Buffet? We sure do!Sounds like fun – nice move MLP!!Fun Fact!Jimmy became addicted after playing his first pickleball game - we know the feeling. Jimmy says, "fins -up" and "paddles-up".A BIG THANK YOU!We continue to thank you for following us, we nearly have 2000 followers on Instagram and we are excited, and are grateful you are subscribing to our podcast, sharing with us and getting to know us! We are happy to have you with us for the Pickleball CHIX, Pickleball Diaries fourth episode!Today’s “Word of the Day”PRO’s (you guessed it) You know what to do – when you hear the word, “Pro’s” have sip – join the fun with the CHIX!Today’s In the Kitchen CocktailDeck the Halls with “Pickleballs”History of the Drink: It’s the perfect way to celebrate your pickleball passion this festive season.What is the drink? Red gelatin at an angle in the glass, peppermint cacao (an Elixir) with condensed milk to create a fudgy sauce, Bailey’s and whip cream – topped with pickleballs, and Santa hats!! (why not)bubly Tournament Recap: It was a fabulous experience for the CHIX in VEGAS at the buby PPA tournament at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino’s Convention Center. The facilities were well appointed and spacious to include fabulous pickleball courts, music pumping...