Episodes

  • S2 Ep1: Expanding Pickleball: Overcoming Access and Growth Challenges in the UK - (PART 2)

    S2 Ep1: Expanding Pickleball: Overcoming Access and Growth Challenges in the UK - (PART 2)
    Nov 1 2024
    Sam Basford and I explore the barriers facing Pickleball and Pickleball players in the UK, from limited court access and high costs to the need for official recognition and funding.

    Listen to the FULL episode to find out more.

    Thank you to Sam Basford for joining me! Who should we have on next?

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    37 mins
  • S2 Ep1: What A Pickle RETURNS with Sam Basford - (PART 1)

    S2 Ep1: What A Pickle RETURNS with Sam Basford - (PART 1)
    Oct 25 2024
    Welcome back to What A Pickle - The Pickleball Podcast.

    I'm Andy and I'm here to bring you all things Pickleball.

    Meet Sam Basford a top-level player, commentator, and coach. He’s the youngest-ever Tournament Director of the English Open and a Nottingham Uni grad, now shaping the future of pickleball coaching. Want to learn more? Listen to the whole episode to find out all about Sam.

    Please follow What A Pickle and share with your friends and family.

    Thank you,

    Andy - What A Pickle
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    35 mins
  • S2 Ep1: What A Pickle RETURNS with Sam Basford - (PART 1)

    S2 Ep1: What A Pickle RETURNS with Sam Basford - (PART 1)
    Oct 25 2024
    Welcome back to What A Pickle - The Pickleball Podcast.

    I'm Andy and I'm here to bring you all things Pickleball.

    Meet Sam Basford a top-level player, commentator, and coach. He’s the youngest-ever Tournament Director of the English Open and a Nottingham Uni grad, now shaping the future of pickleball coaching. Want to learn more? Listen to the whole episode to find out all about Sam

    Please follow What A Pickle and share with your friends and family.

    Thank you,

    Andy - What A Pickle
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    36 mins
  • S1 Ep12: SEASON 1 FINALE - Louise Stephens & Breaking The Boundaries In Pickleball - (PART 2)

    S1 Ep12: SEASON 1 FINALE - Louise Stephens & Breaking The Boundaries In Pickleball - (PART 2)
    Aug 2 2024
    Louise Stephens brings our attention to how Pickleball is breaking the boundaries and becoming incredibly more diverse.

    How do we spread the word of Pickleball?

    Enjoy the episode and LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE!

    You may notice this is the final episode of Season 1. Don't worry, we will be back better than ever in Season 2. I wanted to thank you all for your support so far.
    This is my first time doing a podcast and I could not be happier with the response, support and opportunities I have been given. Here's to the future!

    Andy - What A Pickle
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    47 mins
  • S1 Ep12: Ex-Pro Footballer & Pickleballer Louise Stephens - (PART 1)

    S1 Ep12: Ex-Pro Footballer & Pickleballer Louise Stephens - (PART 1)
    Jul 26 2024
    Please welcome our last guest of Season 1... Louise Stephens!

    Louise has been coaching pickleball since 2016, founding South London Area Pickleball and London Pickleball, the largest UK group. Louise, previously played Premier League and international football for Fulham, Chelsea, Millwall, Wimbledon, and the Welsh National Team.

    To find out more about Louise, listen to the full episode!

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    45 mins
  • S1 Ep11: Empowering People Through Pickleball... Chatting With Mollie Knaggs (PART 2)

    S1 Ep11: Empowering People Through Pickleball... Chatting With Mollie Knaggs (PART 2)
    Jul 19 2024
    A continuation of last week's episode.

    Mollie talks to us about psychology and how it plays such a huge role in Pickleball. Mollie is changing the way we understand Pickleball, through psychology and empowerment, whilst trying to help build confidence in all who plays the game.

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    45 mins
  • S1 Ep11: Mollie Knaggs: Ex-Tennis Pro & Founder Of The Spicy Pickleball Academy (PART 1)

    S1 Ep11: Mollie Knaggs: Ex-Tennis Pro & Founder Of The Spicy Pickleball Academy (PART 1)
    Jul 12 2024
    Mollie Knaggs dedicated her life to Tennis and has now found the wonderful game of Pickleball. Along with her incredible talent on the court, Millie has founded The Spicy Pickleball Academy.

    Grab a seat and join us as we delve into Mollie's life and how it has led her into the Pickleball world.

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    42 mins
  • S1 Ep10: Loren Varndell & His Pickleball Adventures! (PART 2)

    S1 Ep10: Loren Varndell & His Pickleball Adventures! (PART 2)
    Jul 5 2024
    Some might say Loren is a veteran when it comes to Pickleball; his journey started in 2017, and he has not stopped since.

    Join me as we continue to get to know Loren Varndell.

    If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE.

    See you next week!
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    36 mins