Welcome to Episode 12 of The Pickleball Connection! In this episode, Barrett and Danea Bass discuss the pros and cons of playing pickleball with your significant other and how to know if it will affect your relationship (and will it be for the better or for the worse?). What will happen if a 4.0 woman and 4.0 man play against each other — learn about the equity (or lack thereof) between male and female pickleball ratings. Plus, pickleball pro Ben Johns has had a few down tournaments, which has showcased some new talent on the pickleball scene and the changing dynamics of the game (but it doesn't necessarily mean he's no longer the best)

Welcome to Episode 11 of the Pickleball Connection podcast! In this episode, Danea and Barrett Bass discuss recent pickleball paddle regulations, pickleball cliques, and how to play against constant lobbers. Plus, should you or shouldn't you celebrate after a point? What do the pickleball etiquette rules say? Learn more about why it's important for all pickleball players to be adaptable and understand all different types of players. They also discuss the forming of a new pickleball organization, the UPA, and why it could make pickleball cost prohibitive to both companies and players.

Welcome to Episode 10 of The Pickleball connection podcast! In this episode, Barrett and Danea talk about the latest in the world of pickleball, including Joola's lawsuit against USA Pickleball and what is the ethical responsibility of rec players using de-listed paddles? They also discuss the pro pickleball player who got in trouble on a hot mic during last week's PPA tournament (and what he said). Plus, what is the pickleball etiquette over offering unsolicited advice on the pickleball court — and what to do if someone does it to you.

In this episode of The Pickleball Connection podcast, Barrett and Danea discuss the recent (and ongoing) controversy surrounding a number of pickleball paddles being de-listed by USA Pickleball. They also recap the PPA Texas Open, the experience of playing in tournaments, and the differences between indoor and outdoor pickleball play. PLUS - Should players be allowed to play music during rec pickleball games. The opinions are split?

In this episode of the Pickleball Connection podcast, Barrett and Danea discuss the controversy surrounding the United Pickleball Association suspension of pro pickleball player Andrei Daescu for allegedly using a foreign substance on his paddle — and his official statement. Plus, learn pickleball etiquette you should know in recreational pickleball play, the banning of some paddles by USA Pickleball, and the latest controversy in line calls in competitive pickleball play.

In this episode of The Pickleball Connection podcast, Barrett and Danea talk about the recent controversy over line calls in professional pickleball tournaments, and if there should be better consistency or technology for accurate calls. They also discuss the pickleball etiquette rule of paddle tapping at the end of a game, and if it's bad sportsmanship to leave without it. Plus, what is rally scoring and should it replace side out scoring in professional and rec pickleball?

Welcome to Episode #6 of The Pickleball Connection Podcast. In this episode, Barrett and Danea open their mail bag to answer questions from listeners. They also discuss the latest pickleball news, including hot paddles and the recent removal of the JOOLA Gen 3 paddle from the USAPA approved list and forming a new governing body, the United Pickleball Association. According to the new group, they are aiming to give players and manufacturers a voice in paddle regulations.

In Episode 5 of The Pickleball Connection podcast, Barrett and Danea Bass talk about the most important skill you need for winning your next match: minimizing unforced errors, including strategies for reducing those errors and maximizing opportunities. They also discuss how pickleball paddle technology has changed the entire game and how to find a balance with your partner in mixed doubles.