Should the Serve Be a Weapon? | APP Houston Recap, Drop Serves & Bad Line Calls - Ep. 35
Oct 31, 2023
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The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding the serve in pickleball. They also recap the drama during the women's singles match at APP Houston. The podcast tackles the issue of bad line calls in pickleball and proposes potential solutions. The hosts debate the importance of serves in pickleball matches. They also discuss the progress and challenges of merging two entities. The podcast touches on the benefits of Mod Balls as a sustainable fuel for sports activities. They highlight the significance of powerful overhead smashes in pickleball. The hosts explore the viability of the NPL league and the perspective of two players. They give advice for a good drive in pickleball and discuss the difference between tennis and pickleball.
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Quick takeaways
The debate on whether the serve in pickleball should be a weapon or strictly used to get the ball in play.
The presence of skilled senior players in the National Pickleball League (NPL) adds excitement and competitiveness to the events.
The suggestion of implementing a drop serve in pickleball to reduce the significance of big serves has sparked a ongoing debate among players.
Deep dives
The Power of Overhead Smashes in Pickleball
In the world of pickleball, there are a few players who have incredibly powerful overhead smashes. Players like Pessa and Daniel de la Rosa are known for their strength and ability to generate power in their shots. However, Jimmy, the podcast host, also has a formidable overhead smash and is considered one of the best in the game. While there are other players with strong overheads, Jimmy's ability to generate power and accuracy sets him apart.
The Value of the NPL League
The NPL (National Pickleball League) has gained attention recently as an alternative league to the mainstream APP and PPA tours. The viability of the NPL can be attributed to the presence of skilled senior players who may not be as well-known but possess exceptional talent. These retired players, many of whom are financially comfortable, bring a level of skill that adds excitement and competitiveness to the NPL events. Their participation enhances the overall appeal and viability of the NPL as a unique platform for showcasing high-level pickleball competition.
Considering an Investment in the NPL
Michelle Thompson, who is interested in investing in the NPL, seeks the perspective of Jimmy and Tyler on the league's potential. While it is not possible to provide investment advice during this conversation, their insights from having discussions with NPL players and observing the league's development may be helpful. If Michelle wishes to have a more detailed conversation on this topic, she can arrange an offline discussion with them at her convenience.
Leah Jansen's Proposal for a Drop Serve in Pickleball
Leah Jansen, a pickleball player, suggested in a podcast that pickleball should adopt a drop serve. She argued that the serve was never meant to be weaponized and that pickleball should be a rally and volley game, not one determined by the serve. Jansen received backlash for her suggestion, but some players support the idea of implementing a drop serve to reduce the significance of big serves. The debate continues about whether the serve should be modified and how it could impact the game.
Speculations on the Future of the Major League Pickleball (MLP) and the Popularity of Pickleball
Discussions are ongoing about whether the next MLP tournament in San Clemente should be canceled due to the uncertainty surrounding the current landscape. Meanwhile, the hosts talk about the potential of pickleball becoming more popular than Padel in Europe or South America. They mention the current lack of a convenient way to check pro pickleball results on smartphones but suggest that pickleball.com might develop a website that hosts results and schedules of all major tours. The hosts also address question regarding Ben Johns' potential retirement and the translation of pickelball skills to tennis.
Lea Jansen is making headlines once again with her comments regarding the serve. Tyler & Jimmy discuss the serve in depth and question whether the serve should be used as weapon or strictly to get the ball in play.
They also chat about APP Houston, which took place over the weekend, and recap some drama that went down during women's singles.
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