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Pickleball Obsession

Tracie Hotchner
Pickleball
Association Of Pickleball Players
International Pickleball Teachers Professional Association
Third Shot Drop
Transition Zone
Communication
Poaching In Pickleball
Tournament Preparation
True Pickleball Club
IPTPA
Dinking
Etiquette
Veronica Alteri
Left-Handedness In Pickleball
Angles
Nightrain Pickleball
Emotional Regulation
Lobbing In Pickleball
Two-Handed Backhand
Lisa Palsic

Pickleball advice and insight for recreational players who want to play better and understand the game. Hosted by obsessed amateur Tracie Hotchner, each episode delivers short, useful answers from certified pickleball pros that actually apply to your game.

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#1040: What changes when you’re still obsessed with pickleball but you’re playing into your 70s? Tracie talks with legendary coach Deb “Picklepong” Harrison about how older players can stay competitive by playing smarter, not harder. They dig into su... more

#1039: Does gender really change the way you should play doubles? Tracie asks coach Mindy Yoder whether there is a difference between women’s doubles versus mixed, and discovers that yes, it matters. Mindy explains why in mixed doubles women tend to ... more

#1038: Lefties can make perfectly normal pickleball shots feel completely wrong. Tracie talks with coach James Moore about how to adjust: when to attack the middle, why targeting the less-dominant player’s paddle-side foot can create confusion, and w... more

#1037: Bangers love one thing: a nice, juicy ball they can slam right back at you. Tracie is joined by IPTPA Master Pro Lisa Palcic, author of The Complete Illustrated Guide to Pickleball, to explain how to stop feeding the beast. Lisa breaks down th... more

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Recent Guests

Benjamin Grant
pickleball coach and writer mentioned in The Dink; coaches on pickleballobsession.net
Coach on pickleballobsession.net; featured in The Dink
Episode: The Beauty of Pickleball "Flow"
James Moore
Newest pro guest and coach on the show
IPTPA member and pickleball coach
Episode: Stack to Get Unstuck
Megan Fudge
APP pro pickleball player
Association of Pickleball Players (APP)
Episode: Why Pickleball is Great for Kids (with Pro Celebrity Megan Fudge)
Lisa Palcic
Pickleball coach and author referenced in discussion
Author of the Complete Illustrated Guide to Pickleball (Lisa wrote it)
Episode: Bye Bye Backswing
Mindy Yoder
Pickleball coach offering mental game strategies and practical on-court tips
Episode: Tune Out the Noise, Zone in on the Shoes
Greg Dietrich
Premier pickleball coach featured on the show
Coach (appearing on the episode)
Episode: If it's not a drop & not a drive, it's the DRIP shot!
Lisa Palsic
Certified pickleball coach, IPTPA-certified coach, author of The Complete Illustrated Guide to Pickleball
Coach, Author
Episode: What Are You Cooking Up in the Kitchen?
Deb Harrison
Picklepong Deb, experienced pickleball player and coach
Pickleball community
Episode: You’re faster. Seniors Are Smarter. Guess Who Wins.
Thomas Yelloweyes
Native American athlete and coach interviewed on the show
Nightrain Pickleball
Episode: The Serve Myth — What Every Pickleballer Gets Wrong

Host

Tracie Hotchner
Host of the show, guiding discussion and introducing topics and guests

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Hilarious & Informative !

    I love this podcast ! So funny ! I love Tracie’s sense of humor and as a person obsessed about pickleball this info is great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hejehejjwjwuwiia
    United States9 months ago

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Humor and practical tips make it easy to learn.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Beating Lefties
Q: What are some of the ways that we neutralize the inherent advantages of a left-handed player?
Identify whether the left-hander is off-handed or forehand-strong, then target the weaker player's dominant foot to force the stronger player to reach, and use the middle when the lefty's forehand is strong while keeping outside plays as a risk management option.
Why Pickleball is Great for Kids (with Pro Celebrity Megan Fudge)
Q: How does the blend of amateur and pro competition affect new players' perception of the sport?
Seeing pros play next to amateurs demystifies the top levels, makes it inspiring rather than intimidating, and motivates beginners to train and try clinics.
Why Pickleball is Great for Kids (with Pro Celebrity Megan Fudge)
Q: What makes pickleball such a good entry sport for kids, compared to other racket sports?
Pickleball is easy to learn, offers constant positive feedback, and lets kids build confidence quickly on a smaller court with lighter paddles, which encourages ongoing participation and social connection.
Why Pickleball is Great for Kids (with Pro Celebrity Megan Fudge)
Q: How has your life as a pro athlete intersected with family life and travel in an RV?
It's been about balancing competition with being present for my kids, using the sport to involve the whole family, and leveraging sponsorships to sustain the lifestyle while promoting accessibility for beginners.
"Respect the X" — Do People Really Know What it Means?
Q: What does the phrase 'respect the X' mean in practice on the court?
It means each player is responsible for their own area: cover the diagonal and middle by maintaining the X pattern, and communicate to avoid both players trying to hit the same ball or letting an attack go through the middle.

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