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Headed to Nationals? Here’s what you need to know about Pickleball’s Biggest Party! USAPA’s Christine Barksdale and Pickleball Tournament’s Melissa McCurley give Chris all the latest info. Plus, reigning Women’s National Champion Corrine Carr makes a special announcement, and offers playing tips to guarantee you’ll play your best pickleball ever at Indian Wells! Also, would you like Thirty Game-Changing Tips From Pickleball’s Best Players & Coaches? They’re FREE, and only available to Pickleball News readers. Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: Simple Secrets – Help People.  Make Money.  Enjoy Life. EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: Margaritaville USA Pickleball National Championships – Official Website Engage Poach ICON Paddle – Signature Paddle of National Champion Corrine Carr Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

You love pickleball, but don’t enjoy playing tournaments. What’s the biggest reason you stay home? Top coach Mark Renneson joins Chris to discuss players’ biggest tournament complaints, and Mark unveils his latest “pickleball labor of love,” Pickleball Coaching International. Also, would you like Thirty Game-Changing Tips From Pickleball’s Best Players & Coaches? They’re FREE, and only available to Pickleball News readers. Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: Simple Secrets – Help People.  Make Money.  Enjoy Life. EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: Pickleball Coaching International – Videos, Resources & Benefits for Pickleball Coaches of All Levels ThirdShotSports.com – Pickleball Training, Books and Guides EngageBigDog.com – Chris Allen’s BIG DOG Paddle by Engage Rallyween.com – All Rally Scoring on 10/31 Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

What are the two scariest words you can say to many pickleball players this Halloween? Will the all-new BIG DOG Paddle send your opponents running away with their tails between their legs? Chris welcomes two special guests and explains Pickleball’s newest national holiday, along with a way you can play pickleball while helping some very deserving seniors at the same time! Also, would you like Thirty Game-Changing Tips From Pickleball’s Best Players & Coaches? They’re FREE, and only available to Pickleball News readers. Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: Simple Secrets – Help People.  Make Money.  Enjoy Life. EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: EngageBigDog.com – Chris Allen’s BIG DOG Paddle by Engage Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary – Facebook Rallyween.com – All Rally Scoring on 10/31 Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

Is “side-out scoring” holding pickleball back? Do we need “rally scoring” for pickleball to advance world-wide? Pickleball teacher, historian, and thought-leader Steve Paranto discusses rally scoring with Chris, including how volleyball and badminton made the switch and why. Also, would you like Thirty Game-Changing Tips From Pickleball’s Best Players & Coaches? They’re FREE, and only available to Pickleball News readers. Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: Simple Secrets – Help People.  Make Money.  Enjoy Life. EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: Steve Paranto’s YouTube Channel Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

Do we REALLY need refs calling every game of a sanctioned tournament? Has the USAPA gone too far in their sanctioning guidelines? Does medaling in a non-sanctioned tournament, like US Open, mean less to players and pros?  It will certainly count less in your new UTPR rating. TOC Senior Men’s Champion Steve Kennedy shares his opinion with Chris, and offers tips on how to stop hitting out balls because you flick your wrist, along with the tried-and-true principles that make him one of the world’s best pickleball (and tennis) players. Also, would you like Thirty Game-Changing Tips From Pickleball’s Best Players & Coaches? They’re FREE, and only available to Pickleball News readers. Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: Simple Secrets – Help People.  Make Money.  Enjoy Life. EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: Engage Pickleball Camp – LAS VEGAS Engage Pickleball Camp – HOUSTON Steve Kennedy’s South Florida Pickleball Academy Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

Are there four tournaments that comprise the “Grand Slam” of Pickleball? Chris does a TOC post-game with triple Triple Crown Winner Scott Moore (not a typo — Scott won Singles/Doubles/Mixed Gold 3 years in a row) along with Melissa McCurley, and gets playing advice that separates the 4.0s from the 5.0s. Also, would you like Thirty Game-Changing Tips From Pickleball’s Best Players & Coaches? They’re FREE, and only available to Pickleball News readers. Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: Simple Secrets – Help People.  Make Money.  Enjoy Life. EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: PickleballTournaments.com PickleballTrips.com Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

Are people going to think twice before partnering with a player that might hurt their rating? Top player Stephanie Lane, along with Melissa McCurley, share their opinion with Chris, and offer playing tips to immediately improve your game. Also, would you like Thirty Game-Changing Tips From Pickleball’s Best Players & Coaches? They’re FREE, and only available to Pickleball News readers. Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: Simple Secrets – Help People.  Make Money.  Enjoy Life. EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: PickleballTournaments.com Women’s Gold Match at 2018 Grand Canyon State Games Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

Is “solidity” the hidden key that will instantly unlock your BEST pickleball game? Champions Robert Elliott and Ben Johns offer playing advice to Chris, and unveil their latest innovation, the Elite Pro MAVERICK Paddle. Also, would you like Thirty Game-Changing Tips From Pickleball’s Best Players & Coaches? They’re FREE, and only available to Pickleball News readers. Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: Simple Secrets – Help People.  Make Money.  Enjoy Life. EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: Engage Elite Pro MAVERICK Paddle Ben Johns Signature Pickleball Paddle Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

Have you verified your NEW RATING? Pickleball’s new rating system (UTPR) is now live, and you need to make sure your rating is accurate. USAPA’s Christine Barksdale, Melissa McCurley and Rocket Grubbs explain the new system to Chris, while also dispelling myth’s about 2018 Nationals at Indian Wells and beyond. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers. Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: USAPA Rating Login (check your rating here) If you find a discrepancy, email matchreview@pickleballtournaments.com. Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

What’s the latest poaching strategy you can use to your advantage? National Champion Glen Peterson shares his recent observations with Chris, and tells the story behind his revolutionary portable net system, SwiftNet. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: SwiftNet Portable Pickleball Net Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

What’s the difference between a power player and a “banger?” Which one are you (really)? Mark Renneson and top player Matt Staub discuss playing a power game with Chris, and what sets it apart from the traditional banger’s approach. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: ThirdShotSports.com Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

How is Pickleball evolving, and what’s in store for us this summer?  Melissa McCurley, the hardest working person in pickleball, offers her take on upcoming tournaments and where the sport is headed, on and off the court. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: PickleballTournaments.com Pickleball Training Camps Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

US Open “Triple Crown” Champions Simone Jardim and Scott Moore share even more of their secrets with Chris, rounding out their discussion of each of the basic shots in pickleball: the serve, return, drop, drive, lob and dink. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: PickleballTrips.com USOpenPickleballAcademy.com High Performance Pickleball Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

To win the game, you have to win the point; and to win the point, you have to win the shot. US Open “Triple Crown” Champions Simone Jardim and Scott Moore reveal their secrets to each of the basic shots in pickleball: the serve, return, drop, drive, lob and dink. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Pickleball Rocks – World Leader In Pickleball Apparel Links mentioned in this episode: PickleballTrips.com USOpenPickleballAcademy.com High Performance Pickleball Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

What’s new at the US Open Pickleball Championships? Will Scott Moore join Simone Jardim and Jennifer Dawson in the “Triple Crown Club?” National Champion Scott Moore and Pickleball Guru Prem Carnot offer their on-scene observations from the 2018 US Open with Chris, and give expert advice on what it takes to win today as the sport of pickleball continues to evolve. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Links mentioned in this episode: PickleballTrips.com PickleballGuru.com Smart Pickleball: The Pickleball Guru’s Guide (via Amazon) Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

What dinking strategy guarantees YOU control the kitchen? How do you disarm opponents who constantly slice and spin? How can set up the point on the return? Steve and Callan Dawson share their championship playbook with Chris and Melissa. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Links mentioned in this episode: PickleballTournaments.com Bobby Riggs Tennis Club Pickleball Membership Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

Are you backing up when you should be moving forward? National Senior Champion Glen Peterson reveals his innovative kitchen strategy. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: HealthIQ – Life Insurance For Active Adults EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Links mentioned in this episode: The Inner Game of Tennis: The Classic Guide to the Mental Side of Peak Performance Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

Are you beating yourself by trying to do too much on the court? How should you stand at the kitchen line to play your best? Is your paddle holding you back? National Champion Sarah Ansboury shares her winning philosophies with Chris. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: HealthIQ – Life Insurance For Active Adults EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Links mentioned in this episode: Sarah Ansboury Academy “Three Pickleball Strategies That Will Improve Your Game” Ebook “Be The Best Pickleball Partner You Can Be” Ebook Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

How do you beat players younger than you? When’s the best time to come to the net? What can you learn from Singles, even if you only play Doubles? National Champion Marcin Rozpedski joins Chris, along with Melissa McCurley, and serves up world-class advice. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive video from top coach Mark Renneson, only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: HealthIQ – Life Insurance For Active Adults EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Links mentioned in this episode: PickleballNews.com Pickleball Tournaments Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!

What’s the secret to an “unattackable” dink? How high should your drop shot be when it crosses the net? Is it ever a good idea to back up once you’re up at the kitchen line? National & US Open Champion Dave Weinbach reveals his personal strategy to Chris, and offers game-changing advice direct from his sold-out clinics. Also, do you know The 7 Essential Skills for Championship Pickleball? It’s the exclusive new video from top coach Mark Renneson, and only available to Pickleball News readers.  Click Here to become one. The Pickleball Show with Chris Allen is sponsored by: HealthIQ – Life Insurance For Active Adults EngagePB.com – Engage Pickleball Paddles Links mentioned in this episode: PickleballNews.com Pickleball Hall Of Fame Please consider wearing eye protection when playing — here are my favorites: Wilson Nvue Protective Eyewear Let us hear from you: Email: mail@pickleballnews.com Tell your friends about Pickleball News and help grow this great sport by sending them a link via your favorite social media outlet!