Best Racquetball Podcasts (2024)

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"We Don't Sell Pickles" with Alex Wadsworth aka "The Pickleman" 32:58

1M ago32:58

32:58

In this episode of "20 x 44 Life," Brandon chats with Alex Wadsworth, a passionate pickleball enthusiast who shares his unique journey into the sport. Alex recounts how a local celebrity at the YMCA introduced him to pickleball, leading to his deep involvement in the community. He discusses building a pickleball court in his front yard, hosting tou…

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20x44 Dinks - New Paddles Coming To 20x44 Life! 4:17

4M ago4:17

4:17

In this quick yet exciting episode of 20x44 Life, we unveil the latest innovations and upcoming releases in our paddle lineup. From new paddle designs to unique colorways and additional accessories, there’s plenty to look forward to. Stay tuned as we dive into the details of our two new paddles: the 20x44 SH and the 20x44 EL Power. 20x44 SH (Short …

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Tanner Wallace's Journey To Pickleball Pro 49:22

4M ago49:22

49:22

In this episode of the 20x44 Life pickleball podcast, we welcome special guest Tanner Wallace. Tanner shares his unique journey into the world of pickleball, from his initial skepticism to becoming an emerging pro. Learn about Tanner’s background, the challenges of balancing a full-time job with professional aspirations, and his insights on the fut…

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20x44 Dinks - The Joola Gen 3 Controversy 5:05

6M ago5:05

5:05

On this episode of the 20x44 Dink Podcast we're diving into a hot-button issue that has once again stirred the pickleball community: paddle drama. This time, the spotlight is on the Joola Gen 3 paddles, a popular choice among both amateur and professional players. Key Topics Discussed: Introduction to Paddle Drama Overview of the recurring paddle c…

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The Journey from Racquetball to Pickleball with 20x44 Sr. Pro Jim Bronson 42:41

6M ago42:41

42:41

In this episode of 20x44 Life, we welcome Jim Bronson, a seasoned player who transitioned from racquetball to pickleball. Jim shares his journey, challenges, and the growth of the pickleball community in Toledo. Tune in for insights on the National Pickleball League (NPL), tips for new players, and the evolution of pickleball tournaments. Highlight…

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20x44 Dinks - The Rise of DUPR as the Official Rating System 3:40

7M ago3:40

3:40

In this 20x44 Dink, we dive deep into the latest shifts in the pickleball landscape, focusing on the significant merger between the Major League Pickleball (MLP) and Professional Pickleball Association (PPA), and the establishment of DUPR as the new official rating system for both organizations. Whether you're a seasoned tournament player or just h…

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20x44 Dinks - Introducing UTR-P, the APP's Fresh Rating System 3:48

7M ago3:48

3:48

In this week's 20x44 Dink we explore a new chapter in pickleball rating systems, the UTR-P. This was recently announced by the Association of Pickleball Players (APP) and in this episode Brandon contrasts it with the DUPR system, and highlights how these developments could shape the future of pickleball. Read more about the UTR-P on our blog: https…

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The Growth of University of Michigan Pickleball with Team President Suzanne Chuparkoff 41:17

8M ago41:17

41:17

Welcome back to another episode of 20x44 Life, the podcast that brings the pickleball community together, one episode at a time. In this installment, we're thrilled to have Suzanne Chuparkoff, the President of the Michigan Pickleball Club at the University of Michigan, to discuss the growing world of college pickleball. Highlights from this episode…

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Making Pickleball Louder - Simon Lovell's Pickleball Story 41:16

8M ago41:16

41:16

On this week's episode of 20x44 Life, we sit down with Simon Lovell - a professional coach, author, the creator of Picklepreneurs, and, a passionate pickleball player. Simon's story is one of resilience, transformation, and rediscovery through the lens of pickleball. Key Highlights: Simon's Journey: Delve into the gripping tale of Simon's battle wi…

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From Ice Rinks to Pickleball Courts: Building Community and Innovation with 20x44 Co-Founder Lee Elias 43:43

9M ago43:43

43:43

Welcome to another exciting episode of The 20x44 Life Podcast, your dedicated source for all things pickleball. In this episode we take you on a journey through the ins and outs of pickleball, from the sport's addictive nature to the origins of our brand, 20x44. Join our host, Brandon, as he converses with Lee MJ Elias, co-owner of 20x44 and a vete…

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20x44 Dinks - Serving Up Changes: The Latest Pickleball Serve Rules Explained 4:25

9M ago4:25

4:25

Welcome to the first episode of the "20x44 Life Dink Podcast" with your host, Brandon Contratto. In our short and sweet format, perfect for your time dinking around the court, we dive into the hot button topics that have been stirring the pickleball world. In This Episode: Rule Changes in the PPA: We kick off by discussing the significant rule chan…

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Introducing 20x44 Life: A Pickleball Podcast With Brandon Contratto 5:57

9M ago5:57

5:57

Welcome to the inaugural episode of "20x44 Life," a podcast where the worlds of pickleball and personal growth collide. Hosted by Brandon Contratto, a pro pickleball player with an unconventional journey from the ice rinks of professional hockey to the pickleball courts, this podcast aims to serve as the ultimate gathering spot for pickleball playe…

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It's a Racquetball Thing, You Wouldn't Understand 0:24

3y ago0:24

0:24

It's a racquetball thing, you wouldn't understand There is no common lesson to print some swain. Philosophy with their men has done all duty Forbids the day, and assumes the cause; Wherein thy patron, in no humble will, Hast does a fed with thy career intent: Wherein thy patron, in no cause convey, Wherein thy varying wit can draw the read. https:/…

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Racquetball Is The Answer 0:20

3y ago0:20

0:20

Racquetball is the answer For he makes no thought of man Who was the strength of earthly store. None of those loved sons of a man, Who gave them strength and passion, Demanded to it of their tryst Faith to their desolate of their pain. White of the night that will help them away. https://5amily.com/hoodie-gildan/racquetball-is-the-answer-i-dont-car…

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I Don't Like Racquetball, I Love It 0:27

3y ago0:27

0:27

I don't like racquetball, I love it Love it to own my heart in foreign lands. Though the deep flame my name I remember, Hast found my art to either art of fame, Set in the one that virtue gain the name. Honour liberty, yet fame with thee applause, Reserve new nature in the royal cause; No golden commerce dares her barbarous laws, Nor strove the fou…

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They Call Me Crazy Racquetball Lady 0:23

3y ago0:23

0:23

They call me crazy racquetball lady On them the tune with ravishment jig. Tell it to music that some deep stream About the deep mountains and rebel waves, Turned to the bottom of each distant coast, They plunged in the ocean to glad the rest, But now they must fight with a gentle gale. Never will yard her dear companion sail. https://5amily.com/t-s…

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There's Nothing That a Day of Racquetball Can't Cure 0:24

3y ago0:24

0:24

There's nothing that a day of racquetball can't cure Which summer caused it in a mighty spring! Perhaps it had some heart in that dear plight Could help a soul beyond its path like fire. Borne by the goal's insistent passion, Joy's sweet view into your random form, A smile to your soul as the sparkling run— Smile in the passing of the winter's dart…

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I Love Racquetball To The Moon and Back 0:22

3y ago0:22

0:22

I love racquetball to the moon and back Along my way like harp strings from town, Nighttime beats my hearing in a strain. The bell springs every heart in me; Takes my song from its tree apart, Nature, all bird of my heart, A song for a flower, at its start. A minor cry sings meant through the heart. https://5amily.com/tote-bag/i-love-racquetball-to…

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Any Time is Racquetball Time 0:24

3y ago0:24

0:24

Any time is racquetball time Bring a basket at a rhyme on my heel, Skip my little heart in a minute before; Hold me up by the will of the word, Toward the faith that my heart is hollerin, Step to my banjo and glide with the dove! Sing the gleeful music of this fairy band, When they take to the melodies we go away. https://5amily.com/t-shirt/any-tim…

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Racquetball Mends The Soul 0:21

3y ago0:21

0:21

Racquetball mends the soul Sings my cane a happy pool. Sun for me my passionate waves, Make a song for my soul in my pleasure. Sing the happy leaves of your olden tree, Break with the charm of your daily singing, Know you the joyful prayer of your ear. Sky, the message that you triumph might bring. https://5amily.com/long-sleeve-shirt/racquetball-m…

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Faith, Love, Racquetball 0:18

3y ago0:18

0:18

Faith, love, racquetball Dance, for a cool retreat, Sing the gleeful music of your feet, Dance, dance and play; Make a song for your soulful, While your ears go mighty glad; Then for the sound of song the air Came the song up the silent green. https://5amily.com/v-neck-shirt/faith-love-racquetballBy Natalie Price

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Racquetball is Cheaper Than Therapy 0:25

3y ago0:25

0:25

Racquetball is cheaper than therapy And a heart is a soul in a dust Whose life has a song in its chime. We have to sing a silent life of youth, We wander to the summer days by song; When they take to the melodies we go along; Break not this music of this perfect song, Whisper the whole love of my life along, Till I come to the forest with song. htt…

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Episode 24 - Bobby Horn 1:18:51

4+ y ago1:18:51

1:18:51

On episode 24 of the podcast, we bring on Bobby Horn. We discuss Bobby's fitness regimen, his racquetball origins and transition from basketball, and playing racquetball in Stockton. We also talk about Bobby's favorite stories, the mental aspects of the game, trash talking, and Bobby's favorite players to play. Enjoy episode 24 of The Racquetball S…

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Episode 23 - Alvaro Beltran 59:34

4+ y ago59:34

59:34

On episode 23 of the Racquetball Show, Dylan, Charlie, and Tim speak with Alvaro Beltran. We ask Alvaro about the coronavirus, his life outside of racquetball, and his origins in junior racquetball. Then, we dive into the beginning of his professional career and how he was able to find success early on. Alvaro talks about his toughest competition, …

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Episode 22 - Charlie Pratt and Tim Prigo 1:37:18

4+ y ago1:37:18

1:37:18

Episode 22 of the Racquetball Show features Charlie Pratt and Tim Prigo. This is a reunion of the group from the very first episode of the show! We talk about the coronavirus and its effect on racquetball, along with some predictions, and how to train while quarantined. We then discuss Charlie's experience coaching the US Junior Team, the current s…

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Episode 21 - Cliff Swain 56:28

5y ago56:28

56:28

On episode 21 of the Racquetball Show podcast, we begin with an instructional segment on swing mechanics. It covers the three keys to a great swing: low, flat, and hard. It also dives into how you can make those three keys happen. Then, 6-time #1 IRT player and current coach Cliff Swain joins the podcast. Cliff discusses competitiveness, mindset, h…

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Episode 20 - Fran Davis 55:23

5y ago55:23

55:23

On episode 20 of the Racquetball Show, we open up with an instructional segment about the strategy of racquetball. Then, Fran Davis joins the show and we discuss a variety of topics. Fran shares what it's like coaching Paola Longoria and Rocky Carson, discusses Paola's fame, and talks about how racquetball lessons are really life lessons. She talks…

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Episode 19 - Doug Ganim 51:51

5+ y ago51:51

51:51

Episode 19 begins with an instructional segment on one of my personal favorite topics (although not an obvious racquetball topic): meditation! Then, Doug Ganim joins the show to discuss his racquetball origins, the US Open and how he was able to create such a massively successful event, what he would do to help grow different branches of racquetbal…

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Episode 18 - Rhonda Rajsich 1:02:47

5+ y ago1:02:47

1:02:47

On episode 18 of the Racquetball Show, the episode opens up with an instructional segment about the importance of using the proper grip. Rhonda Rajsich joins me to talk about her racquetball origins, her basketball history (and potential future), her intense mindset, her dad and the impact of his death, the attack that she experienced in 2008, thin…

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Episode 17 – Mike Wedel 34:14

6y ago34:14

34:14

Mike Wedel joins the podcast after recently being named Executive Director of USA Racquetball. Mike discusses his background in the sport, plans that he intends to execute, the biggest challenges facing USA Racquetball, his favorite racquetball stories, and much more. Enjoy episode 17 of The Racquetball Show!…

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Episode 16 – Dan Whitley 59:47

6y ago59:47

59:47

Episode 16 features a second interview with Dan Whitley. Things have been a bit hectic with USA racquetball lately, considering the recent change in leadership. The interview begins on that particular issue. We also address a variety of other topics in the sport, including the Executive Director search, USA Racquetball’s desire for transparency, an…

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Episode 15 – Sudsy Monchik 52:59

6y ago52:59

52:59

In this episode, five-time world champion Sudsy Monchik joins the podcast. Sudsy talks about his dominance as a player, his new tattoo, his coaching experience, his favorite stories, his relationship with Veronica Sotomayor (the top Ecuadorian female player), how he got the nickname “Sudsy”, ways to market oneself as a player, and much more. The Ra…

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Episode 14 – Kane Waselenchuk 57:07

6+ y ago57:07

57:07

Kane Waselenchuk joins for episode 14 of The Racquetball Show Podcast! We begin by talking about his recent retirement announcement and his reasoning for making that statement. We then talk about the reasons he was able to become so dominant in racquetball, his early racquetball years, interesting on-court habits, his favorite racquetball stories, …

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Episode 13 – The Peck Brothers 1:02:28

6+ y ago1:02:28

1:02:28

In episode 13 of the podcast, I have on Dave and Gregg Peck. Dave was the #1 player in the world in 1982, he is a racquetball Hall of Famer, and coached Cliff Swain, Mike Guidry, and of course Gregg. Gregg was the 1981 Rookie of the Year, the 1985 Player of the Year and national champion, and coached the USA Junior Racquetball Team. We talk about t…

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Episode 12 – Todd Boss 52:20

6+ y ago52:20

52:20

Episode 12 of the Racquetball Show podcast begins with an instructional segment covering footwork. Then, Todd Boss of Pro Racquetball Stats (www.proracquetballstats.com) comes on for the interview segment. We discuss Kane’s retirement announcement, statistics in racquetball, overrated and underrated players throughout history, Todd’s favorite racqu…

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Episode 11 – Scott McClellan 59:43

6+ y ago59:43

59:43

Episode 11 of The Racquetball Show podcast features a news segment where we discuss Kane Waselenchuk’s retirement announcement, an instructional segment on how to develop power, and an interview with IRT head referee Scott McClellan. Tim Prigo returns to the show for the news segment to discuss Kane’s retirement. We summarize the announcement, theo…

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Episode 10 – John Ellis 59:25

6+ y ago59:25

59:25

Episode 10 of The Racquetball Show podcast features an instructional segment on how to optimize your racquetball conditioning plan (0:52-9:14). John Ellis comes on for an interview (10:25-58:54), where we talk about racquetball in Stockton, Jose Rojas’s status, Kane, how to build a great program and put on awesome events, John’s training routine wh…

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Episode 9 – Dan Whitley 58:20

6+ y ago58:20

58:20

Episode 9 of the podcast features Dan Whitley. Dan is the president of USA racquetball and the president of the Missouri Racquetball High School Association. He is one of the smartest people that I know in the sport of racquetball and I really enjoyed this discussion with him. We discuss USA racquetball, how to grow a racquetball program, his favor…

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Episode 8 – Adam Manilla and Nick Riffel 56:21

6+ y ago56:21

56:21

Episode 8 features an instructional segment (0:49-9:11) covering the 10 steps to master any skill. Adam Manilla and Nick Riffel join for the interview segment (10:21-55:22). We talk about what their experience going through their first year on the tour has been like, what their workout schedules look like, other sports they’ve played, interesting h…

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Episode 7 – Rocky Carson 59:18

7y ago59:18

59:18

In episode 7 of The Racquetball Show podcast, we have an instructional segment (0:58-8:01) about thinking of the swing as a “kinetic chain” of movement, rather than as separate pieces. Rocky Carson joins the podcast (9:11-50:01) to discuss life off the court, his training routine, playing other sports as a kid, advice for new players, his favorite …

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Episode 6 – John Scott 57:10

7y ago57:10

57:10

Episode 6 of The Racquetball Show podcast features an instructional segment where I give my 8 best tips for having an amazing practice (1:06-10:30). It also features an interview with IRT CEO John Scott (11:42-56:52). John shares his thoughts on: leading a group of investors to purchase the IRT, his future vision for the IRT, the WRT vs. the IRT, m…

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Episode 5 – Jose Diaz and Daniel Rojas 57:23

7y ago57:23

57:23

In episode 5 of the Racquetball Show Podcast, we summarize and comment on the Reaching Your Dream Foundation’s article on Markie Rojas (1:01-7:35). This week’s instructional segment is on the mental game, and 4 main concepts are highlighted (7:41-16:44). Finally, the interview segment features Jose Diaz and Daniel Rojas (16:50-56:11). We discuss ra…

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Episode 4 – Jim Winterton and Thomas Carter 1:12:01

7y ago1:12:01

1:12:01

Episode 4 of The Racquetball Show features: * A recap of the most recent pro stop, The Tournament of Champions in Portland, OR * An instructional segment about how to dominate center court * An interview with Jim Winterton, the coach of Kane Waselenchuk, and Thomas Carter, the #20 ranked IRT player * We discuss how to improve one’s game, what it’s …

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Episode 3 – Wendall Pelham of the Live Like John Foundation 30:22

7y ago30:22

30:22

In episode 3, we interview Wendall Pelham. This is a bit of a different episode. There are no racquetball tips or segments. Instead, this is an inspirational and emotional story regarding Wendall’s son, John Pelham. John was an avid racquetball player with high aspirations. For more details about John, you can check out Prigo’s great article here. …

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Episode 2 – Daniel De La Rosa 59:46

7y ago59:46

59:46

In episode 2 of The Racquetball Show podcast, we get into: * Tim Prigo’s lessons learned as a first time tournament director * Our take on the two men’s pro tours, the IRT and the WRT * The 3 keys to a great racquetball swing * An interview with Daniel De La Rosa, where we discuss: * Daniel’s life off the court * His fame in Mexico * Other sports h…

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The Racquetball Show Podcast – Teaser 1:34

7y ago1:34

1:34

In this teaser, we are giving you a taste of what’s to come from our podcast. The Racquetball Show Podcast is a resource for racquetball fans to: -Hear from some of the biggest names and most interesting people in racquetball on our podcast. -Discover the habits, routines, workout regimens, diets, mindsets, and more from top athletes in the sport. …

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Episode 1 – Charlie Pratt 1:06:44

7y ago1:06:44

1:06:44

Featured in this episode: -News Segment: Racquetball in the Olympics -Instructional Segment: How to make every shot a “set up” -An interview with professional player Charlie Pratt, where we discuss: -Life on the tour -Being the IRT head referee -Life outside of racquetball -Vegan lifestyle -Training regimen -His guess for the future #1 player in th…