Top pickleball coaches Barrett and Danea talk about the crazy WINDS at the PPA Texas Open and how that affected gameplay, including what YOU could do about playing in the wind. They also reveal the evolution of pickleball from its classic roots to the MODERN game, highlighting changes in strategies, paddle technology, and gameplay dynamics. The conversation wraps up with reflections on the future of pickleball, how the game may continue to evolve, and how you should be changing YOUR game.

Welcome to Episode 33 of The Pickleball Connection podcast! In this episode, Barrett and Danea Bass welcome Mike and Rob Barnes, co-founders of Selkirk Sport. They talk about starting the pickleball company in their dad's basement, how they bootstrapped the business without any external investors, and building the company on controlled risk-taking. The COVID-19 pandemic led to a 70% drop in pickleball sales overnight, but their business structure allowed them to survive and eventually pull ahead of competitors. The Barnes also discuss the evolution of pickleball demographics and Selkirk's goal of maintaining manufacturing capabilities in the USA, which helps Selkirk to maintain quality customer service, oversee quality control, and navigate regulatory challenges.

Welcome to Episode 32 of The Pickleball Connection podcast! In this episode, Barrett and Danea Bass talk all things recreational pickleball: including rec leagues and tournament dynamics. Learn about partner compatibility, deal breakers in pickleball tournaments, and the significance of maintaining a positive atmosphere on the pickleball court. Barrett and Danea also talk about pickleball etiquette in rec play, especially when it comes to line calls and how the right partner can make or break your pickleball game.