Pickleball Radio

How can you win more by moving less? What’s it going to take to dominate the court in the future? National Champion Brian Staub shares a beer and his expert opinions with Chris, as they celebrate the podcast’s 75th episode. Also, Chris makes a special announcement: Pickleball Summit is coming to Indianapolis on October 14-16! […]

Will Sarah Ansboury’s revolutionary “Targeting Technique” instantly improve your game? What’s Matt Staub’s take on powering the ball from the line? Chris is joined by Pickleball Summit attendees Cheryl Wyatt, Susan Galbraith and Rodney Allman to discuss their favorite moments and game-changing lessons from the event. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top […]

Does Pickleball have a sexy side? Chris returns home to Jennifer after six days in Charlotte for Pickleball Summit, and sparks fly (as they have for 27 years — love you, Jenny). Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s 3 Greatest Coaches. Click Here To Join PBX Club — […]

What trends did top player Morgan Evans see at Canadian Nationals that’ll help your game? Morgan shares his observations from the tournament with Chris, and talks strategy and equipment. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s 3 Greatest Coaches. Click Here To Join PBX Club — It’s FREE! Links […]

How can something as simple as tapping your knuckles elevate your game to a new level? Nancy Whiteman, from the RVPicklers blog, tells Chris about the “anchoring” technique, and shares her thoughts on the new rating system and more. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s 3 Greatest Coaches. […]

There’s a new official home for pickleball discussion online: PickleballTalk.com. Also, Chris checks in with Melissa McCurley, on her way back from the Atlantic Regionals, who reveals a creative way you can actually have people lining up to referee matches at your tournament. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From […]

Will the new pickleball ratings system hurt Mixed Doubles tournaments? Can we still refer to a player as a 3.5 or 4.0? Steve Paranto returns, along with system originator Paul Porch, to answer questions on the new ratings. Steve also discusses his idea to simplify the serve rules by bouncing the ball. Plus, be sure […]

What techniques and strategies does a National Champion use that’ll help you, too? Sarah Ansboury tells Chris how to improve your game, and shares common pitfalls that affect us all, no matter our skill level, and how to overcome them. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s 3 Greatest […]

What’s the myth of “No Man’s Land?” How can you hit with more power and still keep it in? Does practicing against a wall encourage bad form? Robert and Jodi Elliott continue their conversation with Chris, along with Linda Einsiedler, and also announce a major upgrade to their pickleball teaching facility. Plus, be sure and […]

How can you instantly improve your dinking 20 to 30 percent? When’s the best and worst time to use spin? Top players and coaches Robert & Jodi Elliott share their advice with Chris, along with Linda Einsiedler, as well as their experiences running both a successful pickleball equipment company and conducting pickleball clinics. Plus, be […]

Would you rather be a 4.0 or a 2260? What does the new rating system mean for you, and what’s the latest on the new pickleballs and the stricter USAPA bounce standard? Chris talks with Melissa McCurley and pickleball legend Steve Paranto about these issues and more. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study […]

Why is it called The Erne Shot? What’s a Roof Shot, and is it still legal? Jeff Shank, self-described student of the game, gives Chris his take on the US Open Pickleball Championships, the future of pickleball, and more! Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s 3 Greatest Coaches. […]

Did the US Open Pickleball Championships live up to the hype? Should pros compete against amateurs? How was the weather, the venue, the format, and what can be even better next year? Mark Renneson, Morgan Evans and Marcus Luke share their thoughts with Chris. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips […]

Are you making the most common mistake Coach Mo sees in his clinics? What are the keys to lobbing effectively? If your backhand is weak, should you switch hands? Coach Mo continues his discussion with Chris, along with Linda Einsiedler, on how to play Percentage Pickleball. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top […]

Exactly how deep should your serve be? How can you avoid getting jammed up by a ball you should’ve taken in the air? Coach Mo talks Percentage Pickleball with Chris and Linda Einsiedler, and describes the process he uses to rate players. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s […]

Matt Staub describes the baseball skills that make him one of the world’s top pickleball players, and tells Chris the biggest third shot misconception, the key to playing great singles pickleball, and why you should learn to love the short hop game. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s […]

When is it best to step back from the NVZ? National Champion Sarah Ansboury reveals her strategy to Chris, as well as common coaching tips, and what type of opponent she finds the most challenging to play against. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s 3 Greatest Coaches. Click […]

How can you be a great partner? What practice routines will improve your game? Sarah Ansboury has risen to the top of this sport very quickly by answering these questions for herself. Now, she shares her insights with Chris and offers game-changing advice to anyone that steps onto a pickleball court. Plus, be sure and […]

What do you need to know if you’re planning to attend or just watch the biggest event in pickleball history? Is it streaming live, where do you park, what does your ticket get you? US Open Pickleball Championships founders Chris Evon and Terri Graham give Chris and Melissa McCurley the inside track on how to […]

Does the color of your shirt matter? What about your paddle? Can you drag your foot out of the NVZ? Can your paddle cross the plane of the net? Chris is joined by District Ambassador Linda Einsiedler to answer these questions and more. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From […]