We’re sandwiched between season one and season two of MLP 2023. Some players are moving up, others are moving down and some are dropping out altogether. Rumor has it that Parris Todd will jump into the mix for the second half of the year. Tune into It Feels Right for some in-depth MLP talk. ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple - Follow Rob, Adam and The Dink on IG @robnunnery & @adamstone_pb & @thedinkpickleball Subscribe to ...
Jun 29, 2023•47 min•Ep. 34
Rob and Stone are joined by the Iceman AJ Koller for an MLP San Clemente courtside podcast. AJ announces his new paddle deal with Takeya and addresses the state of paddle technology. Koller grades pros on their non-tennis abilities and the guys admire James Blake’s skills during MLPalooza. Show Notes: 0:00 The $50k match actually happened 5:05 AJ announces his deal with Takeya 10:05 Paddle tech is making pickleball too much like tennis 13:20 Anything but tennis - grading not tennis scores 17:56 ...
Jun 22, 2023•37 min•Ep. 33
Lea Jansen joins the pod after an incredible women’s finals match at the Texas Open. She has a new workout routine, a new tracking coach, and a new paddle and is determined to be number one by the end of the year. Lea thinks she’s cracked the code on reaching gold. Find out her strategy on a new episode of It Feels Right. Show Notes: 0:00 NYC crowd rallied behind Sobek 4:40 The Texas Open Frat Party 10:36 Will rowdy crowds affect top pros 15:12 Heat and wind delay play in Texas 25:20 It’s Lea Ja...
Jun 07, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 32
Baby Stone is in the building. AJ makes his first podcast appearance as the guys cover the busy summer months ahead. Rob is in Big Apple for the NYC Open where the guys shared some not so fond memories. The Rolling Stone will be in the booth at the PPA Texas Open and MLP San Clemente. A new segment is born, the hypothetical bookmaker, where Adam sets the line for pickleball hypotheticals. ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple - Follow...
May 30, 2023•54 min•Ep. 31
One of the best pros in the women’s game Andrea Koop joins the pod. Koooooop spills the deats on a new $50k bet between MLP owners on an upcoming exhibition match at MLP. Koop weighs in on paddle testing, shares hilarious stories from her pickleball journey and explains the origin of the Beer City Open. Show Notes: 0:00 Manscaping 6:13 Koop is the ultimate partner 12:28 Koooop’s illustrious tennis bakground 14:40 Beer City Open - Need my own tournament 22:14 The new MLP bet for $50k 27:54 Paddle...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 30
Description: Travis Rettenmaier tells it like it is. He shares about the Red Rock paddle challenge, the world of pickleball chirping, and what happened to the infamous 2 vs 1 NML match. Rettenmaier is an expert in the tennis-to-pickle transition. He analyzes Jack Sock’s debut performance in Charlotte. Show Notes: 0:00 Rob goes country 2:43 Travis Rettenmaier joins the pod 5:10 Jack Sock’s debut in Charlotte 13:36 Red Rock Open paddle test review 18:02 Dont want the game to get ‘too fast’ 25:00 W...
May 12, 2023•59 min•Ep. 29
Lea Jansen is the guest on an all-new It Feels Right. She addresses her recent apology video and explains why Jack Sock's forehand was strange for tennis but perfect for pickleball. Rob is fired up after a successful west coast trip and Adam is ready for Baby Stone to arrive. ----------------- Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple - Follow Rob, Adam and The Dink on IG @robnunnery & @adamstone_pb & @thedinkpickleball Subscribe to our 'all things ...
May 08, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 28
Greg Dow might be the most interesting man in pickle. From getting his bag stolen in Boca to a mysterious feud, Dow will keep you guessing and laughing. Sit back and enjoy one story after another from Greg. ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple - Follow Rob, Adam and The Dink on IG @robnunnery & @adamstone_pb & @thedinkpickleball Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' free e-newsletter at https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/si...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 27
Rob and Stone dive in on the pro pickleball doubleheader. The guys had to discuss the drama-filled Newport Beach shootout where paddles were challenged and fingers were waved. Rob is coming off a US Open weekend and filming a new episode of Destination Pickleball. After playing against Jack Sock in Texas the guys have some bold predictions for Sock’s pickle career. ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple - Follow Rob, Adam and The Dink ...
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 26
The boys get back to their roots with no guests this week. The Red Rock Open brought paddle delamination into the spotlight, with prize money and limited partnerships there is even more incentive to ‘cheat.’ We’re nearly halfway through the MLP calendar, the guys cover what MLP will look like for the rest of the year and make predictions for next year. Plus we get an update on the prep for Baby Stone. ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on A...
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 25
Description: From tennis to pickleball. The former number 11 ranked tennis player in the world is officially a pickleball guy. Sam Querrey joins It Feels Right to talk about how pickleball has taken over his life. New pickleball ventures pop up for Sam on the daily and he is still finding ways to grow with the game. Rob and Stone check in on Sam’s pro adjustment and set expectations for the year. Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 5:30 Sam has no problem with rally scoring 9:10 Pickleball is too young to be...
Apr 19, 2023•27 min•Ep. 24
Description: MLP runner-up Brandon French joins It Feels Right. Frenchy has a unique take on the game and will definitely let you know he is in the building. His Dallas PC came close to the title and he shares the memorable moments along the way. He discusses training with tennis greats Jack Sock, John Isner, and Sam Querry. Get to know Frenchy on the all-new episode. Show Notes: 0:00 Pablo Tellez battles the Frenchy faithful 5:04 Dallas Pickleball Club Analysis 15:40 The standard for trash talk...
Apr 10, 2023•43 min•Ep. 23
The hottest name in pickleball, James Ignatowich, stops by to talk about his double gold weekend. Papa Jimmy provides high level analysis on what aspects of his game separate him from the pack. We cover if singles pickleball should even exist and how MLP will change when gambling is introduced. Tune in folks, Daddy’s Home. Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 4:19 Winning gold with Catherine Parenteau 8:23 Men’s doubles at the PPA Indoor Nat’l Championships 12:04 James in the wild 16:30 Daddy’s home and more ...
Mar 07, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 22
Description: Rob and Stone burn through the latest topics in the picklesphere. It feels like everyone is withdrawing from the loser’s bracket these days. The Johnsons made a run to Championship Sunday and Jorja with toe-to-toe with the game's best. The boys will be getting together in Salt Lake City. If you live in the great state of Utah you might just run into them at open play. Show Notes: 3:30 An update on the nomadic life 6:00 Park City takeover - Business Ethics at Media Slopes 10:05 Rob N...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 21
Rob and Stone break down the new PPA Tour back draw format. The boys recap the PPA Desert Ridge Open and lay out the next month of tournament play. They compare the benefits of domesticated life and life on the road. Lucho from Costa Rica will live in our memory and in our immune systems forever. Show Notes: 4:00 Video game takeover 9:02 Copperhead Road and PPA Desert Ridge 15:56 New back draw format 33:23 Nomadic life leads to Costa Rica 39:45 You can always find a fourth in Utah 44:20 Deakin i...
Feb 09, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 20
The boys had an epic weekend at MLP Mesa. Adam was in the booth all weekend and Rob’s Aces qualified for the knockout stage. Trash-talking, close matches, and rules drama helped make MLP one of the best weekends in pickleball. Get the inside take on It Feels Right. Show Notes: 2:05 Rob on the road 6:30 MLP Recap Brooklyn Aces 15:02 Life in the booth 21:02 Setting the table for players and fans 28:17 Controversial calls at MLP 32:03 The split step heard round the ‘pickle sphere’ 39:07 Changes for...
Feb 05, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 19
Description: Dylan Frazier caught the pickleball bug harder than anyone ever has. He started as a 13-year-old 3.5 player and is now sharing center court with the best in the game. From 5-hour car rides to train with fellow pros to taking online classes to keep up with tournaments, Dylan Frazier is one of the most dedicated pro players. Learn more about Big D and what 2023 looks like for The Most Versatile Man in Pickleball. Show Notes: 1:38 Baby Dyl’s entry into pickleball 7:12 Strengths and wea...
Jan 26, 2023•43 min•Ep. 18
Former Junior Wimbledon Champion and pro tennis player Noah Rubin joins the pod. He shares about his transition to pickleball and the struggles of his first APP tournament. Rubin wants more streaming, more team work and believes another match of pickleball should not be played until there is gambling in pickleball. This is one you don't want to miss. Show Notes: 2:14 The injury that ended Noah’s tennis run 6:01 Tennis and pickleball Venn diagram 9:45 First impression of pro pickleball 14:15 Advi...
Jan 25, 2023•52 min•Ep. 17
Pulling it together for the fans, Rob and Stone sit down in person to record episode 20 in Punta Gorda. The guys recap and provide updates on the PPA Masters and APP Punta Gorda Open. They discuss tennis pros making the switch to pickle and the 6’9” giant entering the field. Prof graces the pod as she and Rob talk prep for the upcoming MLP event in Mesa, AZ. Show Notes: 2:36 Ridiculous wind conditions in FL and CA 11:25 Breakfast party 13:54 Frenzy over the lack of live stream 17:13 PPA Masters ...
Jan 17, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 16
Description: MLP, PPA, and APP Champion Anna Bright joins the pod for episode 19. Bright shares stories from her intense tennis background and meteoric rise in pickleball. She has become one of the most coveted partners in pickleball and has a star-studded partner list for 2023. Rob and Stone grill Anna on MLP squads, attacking the body and 20 more rapid-fire questions. Show Notes: 1:30 Anna’s 2023 Schedule with Riley Newman and Anna Leigh Waters 5:26 Bright’s shot in the dark to Riley Newman 9:...
Jan 10, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 15
Rob and Stone are back from a holiday hiatus. A new report estimates 36.5 million players picked up a paddle last year. Rob visits Tyson and the crew in Coeur d'Alene for training and fancy coffee. The guys tackle a PPA Masters preview and special guest Corrine Carr stops by for a women’s doubles breakdown. Show Notes: 2:20 36.5 Million Pickleball Players in the US 5:10 Selkirk is the new title sponsor of It Feels Right and Rob 8:53 Pretty cush gig in Hawaii now life on the road 12:39 Good times...
Jan 07, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 14
Description: Rob and Stone run through all of the picks in the MLP Premier Level and Challenger Level drafts. Stone served as GM for the Premier Level Hard Eights who made a big splash with a first-round trade. Rob was drafted in the Challenger Level and is confident he landed on the best team in the league. Show Notes: 2:00 Premier Level draft strategy first-round trade 8:00 The balance of mixed doubles play 12:18 How to replace Riley for stop number 1 14:50 NY Hustlers, LA Mad Drops, Cal BLQK ...
Dec 21, 2022•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 13
Description: It’s crunch time for the upcoming Major League Pickleball draft. Rob and Stone lay out the need-to-know dates for the draft calendar. Special guest James Ignatowich joins the pod to cover who talks the best trash in pickleball, who he is training with these days where ALW would rank in the men’s game. This is one you don’t want to miss. Show Notes: 9:05 Major League Pickleball Draft Schedule 14:10 Minor League Pickleball will be a complement to MLP 20:03 It’s a scramble for partners...
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 12
Description: Rob and Stone tackle the biggest topics facing pro pickleball this week. The MLP-PPA alliance has left players scrambling to decide their fate. Will the APP and new best friend UTR provide a more enticing option? And can they deliver it in time? This is a can’t miss emergency episode of It Feels Right. Show Notes: 4:00 MLP Huge Player Announcement 9:30 The PPA Squeeze 14:03 $200K bonus pool 16:35 Premier League vs Challenger League 24:22 UTR Pressing the Pickleball Button 31:15 Pro ...
Nov 30, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 11
Desc: Rob and Stone are joined by special guest Lea Jansen live from Dreamland. Jansen opens the book on the PPA VIBE/MLP merger and shares how the Tour Wars have influenced her 2022 season. She discusses a controversial point that put her at the center of a rules debate last weekend. The guys talk results from the Takeya Showcase and the World Pickleball Open. Show Notes: 0:00 Intro from Houston 5:25 Surprise results from the Takeya Showcase in Newport Beach 10:30 Irina Tereschenko raking it in...
Nov 24, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 10
Description: Rob and Stone weigh in on the USAP Nationals drama. A partner controversy involving Catherine Parenteau and Allyce Jones set the picklesphere on fire. The guys cover the live stream choices, USAP policy, and stories from the road. Stone may be retiring but Rob’s comeback tour is just getting started. Show Notes: 2:30 Stone runs through the Allyce Jones timeline 8:18 Who's to blame? 12:48 Within the rules or at least the tournament director's discretion 19:30 Questions for USA Pickle...
Nov 15, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 9
Description: Sound the alarm, break glass in case of emergency. Major League Pickleball and PPA's VIBE Pickleball have agreed to a strategic partnership. The leagues will merge for the 2023 season. Rob and Stone cover the historic pro pickleball news in a special edition of It Feels Right! Socials Follow Rob & Adam IG - Rob IG - Adam Twitter - Rob Follow The Dink Pickleball Twitter Facebook Instagram TikTok Official Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 11, 2022•31 min•Ep. 8
Description: Rob and Stone serve up the latest industry news. VIBE team owner Mark Cuban starts a Twitter battle with Gary Vee. Surprise finishes at the PPA Texas Open. Pickleball Nationals is a landmark on the pickleball calendar. Special guest Thomas Shields stops by to sort out the pro pickleball landscape. Show Notes: 14:00 Mark Cuban rolls up to PPA Texas Open 23:00 Stone investigates VIBE’s Top 5 claims 29:00 You have to lock down players somehow 31:37 PPA Texas and the return of Steve Dea...
Nov 10, 2022•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 7
Description: Rob and Stone are back from a short hiatus. They have returned to a tidal wave of pickleball news. The VIBE Pickleball League has shaken the pro landscape. Stone stresses the importance of mental health awareness on tour. The guys also dive into the $100K grudge match between Travis Rettenmaier and NML Pickleball that on the horizon. Show Notes: 1:48 JW and Dylan join VIBE Pickleball 6:31 The business of pro pickleball 10:28 A “little birdie” broke the news to Stone 12:55 Has to be ...
Nov 04, 2022•48 min•Ep. 6
Description: Rob and Stone are live in Columbus, OH for the conclusion of Major League Pickleball 2022. They recap a professional pickleball doubleheader from the PPA Championships and APP Alabama Classic. Lob-gate sends Rob off on an epic rant and Stone defends the Tennis Channel announcers. MLP CBUS starts tomorrow and the guys give their preview for the group stage. Noah Rubin vs Sam Querrey who has the best chance to reach the PB pinnacle? Show Notes: 0:00 Recording live at a pickleball comp...
Oct 13, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 5
