Pickleball Problems

On this episode of the show Mark Renneson talks with doubles dream team Riley and Lindsey Newman about what is bringing them so much success on the court and why their controversial style of play is so effective.  You can find out more about Lindsey on her facebook page and Riley on his. 

Parks, community centres, country clubs. When you think about where pickleball gets played and taught you probably imagine these kinds of facilities. But when Roger BelAir thinks about the sport, he's more likely to think about razor wire and surveillance cameras. That's because Roger teaches pickleball inside America's prisons.  Pickleball Problems host Mark Renneson talks with Roger about his volunteer work, what it's like to teaching 'on the inside' and why pickleball between rival gangs is so interesting to watch.  Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. however, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you

New ways to indicate "not ready". Hydration breaks re-defined. Sneaky serves and more! There have been some significant changes to the official rules of pickleball that go into effect January 15, 2019. Mark Renneson speaks with referee Don Stanley about some of the key rules that will impact rec and tournament players alike.  Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you. Mentioned in this episode: The Pickleball Lab Pickleball Coaching International Professional Pickleball Association 2020 Official Rules  2020 Summary of Rule Changes

On this episode of the show Mark tackles 6 questions from listener Tim Boggess. Tim wants to know why he's making mistakes on his forehand, how to stop being frozen out of rec games, and why the pros seem to have a "fetish" about one particular ball.    Also mentioned -- we now have affiliate links so you can make some money by sending people to The Pickleball Lab and Pickleball Coaching International.   PB Lab affiliate link - https://app.linkmink.com/a/thirdshotsports/270 PCI affiliate link - https://app.linkmink.com/a/thirdshotsports/243  Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you ma

Adam Stone played tennis for the University of Texas at Tyler and then went on to become the team's coach. He played professional poker for more than a decade and was  national champion in 35+ men's doubles.  In this episode of Pickleball Problems, host Mark Renneson talks to Stone about this image below. It was taken from a video posted on the Pickleball Instructor's Forumon Facebook and shows Stone in a rather upright position, with his paddle quite low. This position is contrary to how many pickleball players are told they should stand when preparing for the ball. And since Stone plays at an elite level, we figured we'd talk to him about what's going on in this pic and whether we should re-think what it means to "be ready".      Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mi

In this episode of the show we take an excerpt from The Pickleball Lab where Michelle Esquivel plays a  game of "Good Idea, Bad Idea".   Check out The Pickleball Lab for more awesome PB stuff. Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

This is a special edition of the show. We bring you an excerpt from an exclusive conversation from The Pickleball Lab that we had with Frank Anthony Davis. FAD is a pro player and singles specialist who brings and incredibly exciting flavour to pickleball. In this conversation he talks about what he did to make the jump from being a good player to one of the game's elite performers.  Take The Pickleball Lab for a test drive. Free for 15 days.   Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

In this episode Mark talks to Bob about some of the things that drive him crazy in pickleball and what he can do to overcome it. More at thirdshotsports.com    Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

Mark made this episode in response to a question posted on facebook: "Where should I return serve?". Seems simple enough, right? But as he discusses during the show, "Down the middle solves the riddle" might actually be some poor advice. Take a listen to find out a better way to approach the return.   More at: thirdshotsports.com pickleballcoachinginternational.com thepickleballlab.com Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

When should coaches act as players? How do you give great feedback? Where should you stand to observe your players during a drill? In this third part of our series on coaching, host Mark Renneson addresses these questions and gets a visit from Third Shot Sports' COO Friendly Kate to talk about her experience taking beginner pickleball lessons.  Mentioned in the show: Pickleball Coaching International The Myth of Paddle Up Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

Why pockets matter and more! Whether you are an aspiring pro or just like getting better, how you spend you time training matters. In this episode of the show Mark talks about some simple things you can do to get the most out of your practice time.    Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

In this exclusive interview, Mark Renneson talks with PB pro Leigh Waters about what its like to compete (and win) at the highest level with her 12-year old daughter Anna-Leigh, as well as their significant use of the third shot drive. Waters/Waters is fresh off a major win over Corrine Carr and Simone Jardim. See that match here.  Other links cited: Pickleball Coaching International 20 Drills and 10 Games for Better Pickleball   Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

Ricardo is tired of popping up his drops and dinks. Mark suggests three things he can do right away to make his life better.  thirdshotsports.com pickleballcoachinginternational.com   Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

In this micro edition of the show, Mark Renneson tackles three questions from Bob in Wisconsin.  1. What role does keeping your head down play in hitting high quality shots? Is this related to watching the ball hit the paddle -- and is that good advice anyway? 2. Shuffle to dink or crossover? How to decide? 3. Serving rules and spin -- what's the relationship? Have some questions of your own? Send a voice memo to mark@thirdshotsports.com     Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

In this episode of the show, Mark Renneson takes listener questions about technique, tactics, rules and etiquette. Is it ok to catch balls that are flying long? How do you get more power on your drive? Can you blow the ball over the net?   Mentioned in this episode: Pickleball Coaching International (promo code PROBLEMS) Body rotation on drives Personal Video Analysis   Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

Is the PB instructor market saturated? How do I handle a player who is hopeless? I've got 6 people and just one court -- what's the best way to manage them? Is teaming up with another pro to offer lessons a good idea?  Third Shot Pickleball coach Mark Renneson answers these questions and more on this episode of the show.  Don't forget to check out Pickleball Coaching International   Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

We're back from the 2018 USAPA Nationals! In this episode of the show, Mark Renneson talks about 3 of his takeaways from the tournament.    Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

Live from the 2018 USAPA Nationals in Indian Wells California! Mark Renneson from Third Shot Sports tells you about 10 things you can do to perform better at a pickleball tournament.    Attention PB Coaches!!!! Don't forget to check out Pickleball Coaching International for some amazing resources. Use the promo code PROBLEMS to save $10!   Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

Should you become a certified coach? How should you handle onlookers watching your lessons? How do you get your students to practice what you preach? In this spcial 'coaching' edition of Pickleball Problems, Third Shot Sports coach Mark Renneson addresses some of the issues instructors have to deal with. This is part 1 in a 3 part series! Resources mentioned: Pickleball Coaching International Why I'm Not a Certified Pickleball Coach If you do decide to become a PCI mmeber, use the promo code PROBLEMS at the checkout to save $10.    Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the be

The Tournament of Champions is on this week in Utah. And in honour of that event, we're talking about what it takes to be a champ no matter what your skill level.    Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Affiliate disclaimer: Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.