In this episode of The Sideline Podcast, Mark Abbott (Executive Director, CYA), Scott Liskey (Brand & Sponsorship Director), and Zack Welch (General Manager, The Fieldhouse) provide an insider view of the explosive growth of pickleball in the Fairfax and broader Northern Virginia area.

The team breaks down why indoor facilities are thriving amidst local HOA noise complaints, the strong community culture developing at the CYA Fieldhouse, and why the sport is rapidly capturing a younger demographic. Beyond the courts, the hosts recap recent golf outings, detail the upcoming Ellie’s Hats charity golf tournament, share their go-to Blackstone griddle recipes, and test their NFL history knowledge with sports trivia.

Episode Highlights:

• [00:00] Introductions and sponsor shoutout (Titan Service ...