Ever wondered what the big deal is about Pickleball? Welcome to Dinks on Tap, where the pickleball paddle meets the margarita. We’re Casie and Lauren, your pickleball partners in crime, here to spill the beans on why pickleball is more than just a game. It’s that “more” part we’re so drawn to. That “more” part which we highly suspect is about rediscovering PLAY in our lives and bringing FUN into focus. Let’s be clear, we’re not pros. We’re just a couple of recreational players who notice, ma ...
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The Loud Truth About Pickleball Noise: What Denver Parks and Rec Is Doing About It
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What do you get when you mix a booming pickleball community, a bunch of angry neighbors, and one very opinionated provocateur? An episode that’s equal parts civic chaos and court-side commentary. This week, we’re diving into the pickleball controversy that’s taking over cities everywhere, starting with our favorite instigator, Andrew Kole. He’s got…
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Secret Love Affair or Smart PR? The Wild Theories Around Anna Leigh Waters vs Hayden Patriquin Pickleball Controversy
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When a court clash turns spicy and the hot takes are served shaken, not stirred, you know it’s a Dinks on Tap episode. You’ve seen the clips. You’ve read the threads. But now we’re talking exactly what went down between Anna Leigh Waters and Hayden Patriquin at Major League Pickleball Orlando. Real tension? PR stunt? Secret teen love story? (We wis…
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This Is What Happens When a Finance Guy Gets Sucked Into the Pickleball Community with Ben Paquette
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What do you get when you mix a high-stress finance job, a family health scare, and a few curious visits to the local gym? If you're Ben Paquette, you get a full-on life remix served underhand. In this episode, we sit down with the man who first taught us how to dink without overthinking: pickleball coach Ben Paquette. What started as a few casual g…
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Ivan Jakovljevic’s Pickleball Journey Started with a Crush (and Ended in Pro Pickleball)
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Let’s be honest: switching careers is hard. But switching athletic careers after more than two decades? That’s a whole different level. In this episode, we sit down with Ivan Jakovljevic, who walked away from a 23-year soccer career to go all in on the world of pro pickleball. And it all started because he had a crush! We dig into his unexpected pi…
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How to Play Pickleball with Your Romantic Partner Without Killing Each Other
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Let’s be real for a second: playing pickleball with your romantic partner isn’t always a love story. Sometimes, it’s a full-blown drama. You’re holding hands one minute, and the next, you’re side-eyeing their third shot drop like they betrayed you. We’ve been there. That’s why this episode of Dinks on Tap hit home in the best way. In this episode, …
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How to Stop Pickleball Injuries Before They Happen (And Recover Like a Pro!) With Albert Ibanez
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Are you stretching the wrong way? You might think a quick quad stretch before a match is enough, but according to soft tissue specialist Albert Ibanez, most players are skipping the real key to pickleball injury prevention… and it's not what you’d expect. Albert, known as the Muscle Whisperer, has worked on countless athletes, including some of the…
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What Happens Off the Court Matters More Than You Think
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What if we told you that having fun off the court is just as important as practicing your dinks and drives? Sounds wild, right? But after an epic pickleball team-building trip to Broken Bow, Oklahoma, we’re here to tell you… IT WORKS. In this episode, we’re diving into why team building is important for every pickleball league (and any competitive …
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Pickleball Rules, Refs & Controversial Calls with Courtney Johnson
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If you’ve ever played pickleball, you know how fast things can get heated- bad line calls, foot faults, and that one player who lobs every single shot. But have you ever wondered what it’s like to be the person making the tough calls? That’s exactly what we’re diving into on this episode! We got to sit down with Courtney Johnson, the Head of Compet…
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Why Your Mindset is the Key to Better Pickleball with Dayne Gingrich & Jill Martin
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Have you ever rescheduled a meeting or called in sick just to play pickleball? We get it! In this episode, we explore the mental game of pickleball with Dayne Gingrich, a seven-time national champion, and Jill Martin, a former attorney turned fitness pro. As co-authors of Pickleball Mindset, they share winning strategies for improving mental toughn…
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Sneaky Pickleball Lies, Court Pet Peeves & More with Pro Melissa Pedroza
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What’s the magic behind the explosive growth of pickleball? In this episode, we’re joined by Melissa Pedroza, a pickleball pro and coach who’s turned her passion into a tool for transforming communities and workplaces. Melissa shares the hilarious and heartwarming moments from her journey into the sport, plus the surprising ways pickleball can brin…
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What’s New in Pickleball? Growth Stats, Game Rules, and Pickleball Mindset for 2025
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Welcome to 2025, pickleballers! This week, we’re serving up a fresh episode packed with everything you need to start the year strong. From pickleball stats to new rules for 2025, we’ve got the scoop to keep your game sharp. We’re also diving into the ultimate pickleball growth hack. Inspired by the game-changing book Pickleball Mindset, we’re explo…
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Why Playing Better Opponents is the Secret to Pickleball Success
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Ready to wrap up 2024 with us? In this special New Year's episode of Dinks on Tap, we're getting festive with some holiday gift-giving before diving into real talk about our pickleball journey this year. Thinking about how to level up your pickleball game in 2025? We’re sharing pickleball strategies, tips for improvement, and how the “one word” we …
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From Yips to Gifts: A Pickleball Lover’s Guide to Holiday Fun and Mental Comebacks
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What happens when your pickleball serve suddenly betrays you? Lauren’s back from South Africa with tales of adventure and a surprising comparison between pickleball and a sport she tried abroad. Meanwhile, Casie’s been battling the dreaded "pickleball yips" and learning a lot about mental toughness, teamwork, and how to bounce back. Plus, we’ve rou…
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Pickleball, Drama, and Sportsmanship - Oh My!
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Hey, dinking buddies! This week we’re diving into the unexpected drama that unfolded during our first pickleball match of the season. We’re talking sportsmanship, handling those tense moments on the court, and the surprising ways pickleball competition can bring out all the feels. Plus, we share a wild story about how a simple rule dispute spiraled…
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The Mental Games of Pickleball: How to Stay Cool When Your Game (and Brain) Is Falling Apart
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Pickleball isn’t just about hitting the perfect shot—sometimes, the real game is handling everything that’s happening around you and in your own head. In this episode, we share what it’s really like to play pickleball when both the outside elements and your own mind are working against you. We talk about surviving the brutal Texas heat, the ways it…
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From Curiosity to Obsession: The 5 Stages of Pickleball!
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Curious about how deep your pickleball love runs? Join us in today’s episode where we break down the 5 stages every pickleball player experiences. From our initial doubts to an all-consuming pickleball obsession, we're covering it all! Have you ever felt a strange mix of reluctance and curiosity when you first heard about playing pickleball? Or may…
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Pickleball Etiquette 101: Music, Court Vibes, and Game Nuances
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Cheers, pickleball pals! 🥂 Welcome back to Dinks on Tap! In this episode, we’re talking about something every pickleballer has experienced: music on the court. Do you love blasting tunes while playing pickleball, or is silence golden for your game? We dive into the unwritten rules of pickleball etiquette when it comes to bringing the party with you…
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Hey friend! Welcome to the debut episode of Dinks on Tap! We’re diving into how we discovered the pickleball community and why we instantly fell in love with the sport. This game isn’t just a social sport—it’s a way to find joy in play, connect with new friends, and bring a little light-hearted fun back into our lives. We may not be pros, but we’ve…
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Have you wondered why everyone seems to be talking about pickleball lately? Or what makes this quirky sport more than just a game? Welcome to Dinks On Tap, where the pickleball paddle meets the margarita. We're Casie and Lauren, your recreational pickleball pals here to explore why we are so hooked on this sport. And trust us, it's about way more t…
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