Money in Pickleball, NC Recap & MLP Shuffle Draft | Episode 7

Money in Pickleball, NC Recap & MLP Shuffle Draft | Episode 7

Author: This Pickleball Life with Jilly B and K Dub May 12, 2023 Duration: 58:06

Find out what happened at the PPA North Carolina Open, playing on center court with Jake Kusmider and Sarah Ansboury. Jill breaks down what a pro player's sponsorship, prize money and income might be. Also, stay tuned for Dear Jilly B questions about beginners getting started with tournaments and how to overcome a lack of racket sport experience.


Use code PBLIFERS for 10% off at pbgods.com Episode Chapters: 0:00 Start 1:30 WSJ Article (I hate pickleball)

7:30 Jill's OOTDs (Outfits)

10:10 Indoor pickleball

12:24 Unwinding the stack

16:00 Jill lays an egg on center court

17:30 Pro player academy (learn, earn, serve)

22:15 Clinic with Sarah

28:50 How is skiing like pickleball

31:20 Video review

32:30 Mixing it up with Jake Kusmider

38:50 Money in Pro Pickleball (BTN) How much do pro players really make?

52:25 MLP Shuffle Draft

55:40 K Dubby plays MLP...Minor league pb

57:38 Outro -------------------------------- Jill Braverman and Kristin Walla discuss timely pickleball topics, news, advice, and humor. Equal parts humor, entertainment, and instruction. If you love pickleball, you'll love this podcast. Send your "Dear Jilly B" questions to: thispblife@gmail.com -------------------------------- https://www.instagram.com/jillybpickleball

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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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