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It Feels Right Pickleball Podcast

It Feels Right Pickleball Podcast

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It Feels Right #96 - MLP Team Strategies & the Evolving Landscape of Pro Pickleball

Welcome to Episode 96 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast. In this episode, Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery discuss Major League Pickleball (MLP), including team strategies, new rules, and roster management. They also share their balance between personal life and professional sports and what it's like parenting while being so involved with pickleball. Pickleball is growing internationally, and is especially popular in Asia, and the game is evolving rapidly as a professional sport.

It Feels Right #95 - Will Pro Pickleball Players Be Paid Based on Viewership

Welcome to Episode 95 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast. In this episode, Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery explore the similarities between pickleball and poker, including the mental aspects of both games. Rob and Adam also talk about the importance of pickleball partnerships, especially with the recent changes in women's doubles pickleball, and the future of contracts in pickleball. Will there be a shift towards performance-based incentives in professional pickleball, and what impact will this have on player relationships and competition?

It Feels Right #94 - The Current Landscape of Men's Pro Pickleball

Welcome to Episode 94 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone discuss the growth of pickleball in Utah, a state that already loves its sports, and how there is a growing community of pickleball players, especially in St. George. Adam and Rob also talk about upcoming tournaments in North Carolina, a state that is also becoming an important place for the growth of pickleball. They also discuss the evolving sport of men's pickleball, highlighting the growth of players like Christian Alshon, Andrei Daescu, Jack Sock, and Federico Staksrud. Men's players need to have certain physical attributes that contribute to success in pickleball, particularly in mixed doubles. They also chat about the competitive landscape in pickleball singles and doubles, the role of right-side pickleball players, and the implications of the MLP format on pro pickleball player rankings.

It Feels Right #93 - Pro Pickleball: Is Popularity More Important Than Skill?

Welcome to Episode 93 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery talk about the pickleball "Stud vs. Stud" bracket, which highlights the importance of personality and fan engagement in popularity, instead of pure playing ability. Although the bracket is a fun way to engage fans, it does show how the most popular pro pickleball players are not always the ones who win everything. Adam and Rob also chat about upcoming tournaments, including player matchups, different player strengths and weaknesses, and levels of competition.

It Feels Right #92 - Pickleball Evolution: How a Replay System Will Change the Game

Welcome to Episode 92 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast. In this episode, Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone share the joys and challenges of parenthood, including the experiences of childbirth and the ongoing health struggles Rob is facing. They also discuss how pickleball has evolved, the differences between indoor vs. outdoor pickleball, and potential solutions for external factors (like wind) and how it can affect a game's outcome. Rob and Adam also talk about how pro pickleball tournaments have changed, including the new replay system, player matchups, and new players who are changing the game.

It Feels Right #91 - The Evolution of Pickleball & How To Adapt Your Style of Play

Welcome to Episode 91 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone talk about the evolution of pickleball, including pickleball paddle technology and how it has transformed how people play pickleball. It's important that pickleball players continue to adapt to how the game is being played right now, understand that the game has switched from defensive to offensive play, and analyze other players so you can see how things are changing. Strategy will continue to be the most important pickleball skill that you can work on, and most players will succeed if they continue to play consistently.

It Feels Right #90 - Living with Crohn's Disease as a Pro Pickleball Player

Welcome to Episode 90 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast. In this episode, Rob Nunnery shares his health issues with Crohn's Disease and how it has affected his ability to play pickleball. Rob had a recent surgery, which has made him realize the importance of feeling good for overall well-being, and how much good (or bad) health can affect athletic performance. Rob and Adam Stone also discuss recent rule changes in Major League Pickleball and how these changes impact team dynamics and competition. Plus, personalities of different pro pickleball players in the MLP and how their emotions (especially when they are mic'd up) contribute to viewer engagement.

It Feels Right #89 - Changing MLP Team Structures & Scoring Formats Will Change Pickleball

Welcome to Episode 89 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast. In this episode, Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery discuss the changing landscape of Major League Pickleball (MLP), including the recent changes in rosters, scoring formats, and draft strategies. An MLP player must also be registered with UPA now in order to play — how will that change team dynamics and the players who want to play for MLP? Adam and Rob also talk about the future of the MLP, including a potential expansion and how different owners affect team strategy. Plus, how international players are becoming more prominent in pickleball tournaments and why the Australian Open is an exciting opportunity for all pro pickleball players.

It Feels Right #87 - Jill Braverman and the UPA: A Deep Dive into Drama

Welcome to Episode 87 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, Rob Nunnery and Adam Stone discuss the PPA's new rules and the controversies involving Jill Braverman and the UPA. They also explore the international growth of pickleball, especially in India, and how the expansion of pickleball is being led by grassroots efforts across the world. Rob and Adam also go into current tournaments, including locations, predictions, and partnerships.

It Feels Right #86 - 2025 Pickleball Predictions & Reflections from 2024

Welcome to Episode 86 of the It Feels Right pickleball podcast! In this episode, Adam Stone and Rob Nunnery reflect on 2024, both personally and in the world of pickleball. They also discuss pickleball player mentalities, dynamics of new partnerships in men's and women's pickleball doubles, and the impact of age on player performance. Rob and Adam also predict mixed doubles matchups for 2025 and other things they expect to see in the pickleball world next year.

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