What’s the myth of “No Man’s Land?” How can you hit with more power and still keep it in? Does practicing against a wall encourage bad form? Robert and Jodi Elliott continue their conversation with Chris, along with Linda Einsiedler, and also announce a major upgrade to their pickleball teaching facility. Plus, be sure and […]
The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen
066: Pickleball Lifestyle with Robert & Jodi Elliott (Part 1)
How can you instantly improve your dinking 20 to 30 percent? When’s the best and worst time to use spin? Top players and coaches Robert & Jodi Elliott share their advice with Chris, along with Linda Einsiedler, as well as their experiences running both a successful pickleball equipment company and conducting pickleball clinics. Plus, be […]
065: New Pickleball Ratings & New Pickleballs
Would you rather be a 4.0 or a 2260? What does the new rating system mean for you, and what’s the latest on the new pickleballs and the stricter USAPA bounce standard? Chris talks with Melissa McCurley and pickleball legend Steve Paranto about these issues and more. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study […]
064: Pickleball’s Past, Present and Future with Jeff Shank
Why is it called The Erne Shot? What’s a Roof Shot, and is it still legal? Jeff Shank, self-described student of the game, gives Chris his take on the US Open Pickleball Championships, the future of pickleball, and more! Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s 3 Greatest Coaches. […]
063: US Open Pickleball Championships Post-Game Show
Did the US Open Pickleball Championships live up to the hype? Should pros compete against amateurs? How was the weather, the venue, the format, and what can be even better next year? Mark Renneson, Morgan Evans and Marcus Luke share their thoughts with Chris. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips […]
062: Percentage Pickleball with Coach Mo (Part 2)
Are you making the most common mistake Coach Mo sees in his clinics? What are the keys to lobbing effectively? If your backhand is weak, should you switch hands? Coach Mo continues his discussion with Chris, along with Linda Einsiedler, on how to play Percentage Pickleball. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top […]
061: Percentage Pickleball with Coach Mo (Part 1)
Exactly how deep should your serve be? How can you avoid getting jammed up by a ball you should’ve taken in the air? Coach Mo talks Percentage Pickleball with Chris and Linda Einsiedler, and describes the process he uses to rate players. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s […]
060: Matt Staub Brings The Heat
Matt Staub describes the baseball skills that make him one of the world’s top pickleball players, and tells Chris the biggest third shot misconception, the key to playing great singles pickleball, and why you should learn to love the short hop game. Plus, be sure and download your FREE quick-study guide, Top 10 Tips From Pickleball’s […]