Drama: UPA bans Joola, Fines Daescu and Drops Players | This Pickleball Life (Ep. 42)

Drama: UPA bans Joola, Fines Daescu and Drops Players | This Pickleball Life (Ep. 42)

Author: This Pickleball Life with Jilly B and K Dub May 30, 2024 Duration: 1:00:04
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The APP unveils a new format, the “Shuffle” and Jilly takes home the silver. Paddle Quest 2.0 has come to an end: tune in to find out which wand Jill has chosen. Which players are getting fired from their UPA contracts? Is the Gen 3 in or out? And does Daescu’s paddle tampering punishment fit the crime? Plus, a biodegradable ball?! Say what? 



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Segments:

0:00 Coming Up

1:22 Paddle Gate 5.0

10:25 UPA BANS JOOLA GEN 3

14:45 Shuffle

21:58 APP vs PPA

32:30 Players Getting Fired

35:10 Jilly chose a paddle!

40:20 Balls balls balls

45:12 How to play w/ 1st time partners

52:40 Big Props & Flops

58:20 Shout outs


Ever find yourself wanting to talk about pickleball with friends who get just as obsessed as you do? That’s the feeling you get tuning into This Pickleball Life. Hosts Jill Braverman (Jilly B) and Kristin Walla (K Dub) bring their distinct voices together for conversations that mirror the sport itself-fast-paced, social, and full of unexpected spins. They dive into the latest news and gear, break down strategy in a way that’s actually useful, and share stories from the court that are equal parts hilarious and relatable. It’s less of a formal lesson and more like eavesdropping on two savvy players debriefing after a great match, covering everything from a tricky dink shot to the latest community drama. The whole This Pickleball Life podcast is built on that blend of genuine advice and entertainment, making it feel like you’re part of the conversation. They even take on listener dilemmas in their "Dear Jilly B" segment, offering thoughtful and often funny answers to the questions that plague every player, from etiquette to improving your third-shot drop. If your life somehow involves a paddle and a plastic ball, this is the company you want to keep.
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