Unlock Your Pickleball Potential through Singles | Pod 51

Unlock Your Pickleball Potential through Singles | Pod 51

Author: This Pickleball Life with Jilly B and K Dub September 22, 2024 Duration: 53:12

Lots of laughs in this episode as Jilly B and K Dubs tackle the past 2 weeks of APP, DINKsanity and the Gamma Classic in Pittsburg. Find out the secret training aid Jill is starting to use for faster hands and less wear and tear on the body. What are the 6 questions you should ask before facing off against EVERY opponent? And can playing more Singles actually improve your doubles game?


Find out all that and more in episode 51 of This Pickleball Life. Join the Joyriders. 


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SEGMENTS:

0:00 Coming Up

1:23 3 Major Announcements

5:03 Gamma Classic

15:29 Celeb Pickleball Impressions

17:12 Why EVERY player should train with a Gamma Librarian Ball

21:23 How to beat every opponent (6 Q’s)

28:48 APP Chicago Double Bronze

36:10 $1.5MM Prize Purse: PWR 2025

39:40 ICYMI 

41:52 DINKsanity with Jeremy Lin

48:09 Will Paddle Companies Unite against “Big Pickle”?


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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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