🔥 $2.5M Pickleball Mansion + Parris Todd Exits Selkirk

Major League Pickleball tournament debuts in Kansas City 🎾

TL;DR:

Major League Pickleball's first Kansas City tournament kicks off August 3-5, 2024, featuring top players like Jack Sock and boosting local pickleball engagement.

• MLP's inaugural KC tournament runs August 3-5, 2024

• 15 teams competing, including local star Jack Sock with the New York Hustlers

• Fans can catch live matches or watch on FOX Sports 1 and Tennis Channel

• Dallas Flash leads rankings, followed by Texas Ranchers and STL Shock

• Just a few subs have been named, but more could be released by morning.

• Martin Emmerich in for Jack Munro (Chicago Slice)

• Blaine Hovenier subbing for Thomas Wilson (LA Mad Drops)

Why this matters:

MLP continues to try and find traction with players having mixed feelings on the team-based event as shared by the leaked Collin Johns letter. A part of the issue is that the stakes aren’t very high for these players with guaranteed contracts and seemingly not much on the line for weak team performances.

Historic home renovated with indoor pickleball court 🏠🏓

TL;DR:

The Sandvigs dropped $2.5 million to renovate a 1906 Sullivan's Island, SC home, adding an indoor pickleball court while keeping the old-school charm.

• Bill and his wife transformed a historic Sullivan's Island property

• New two-story indoor pickleball court added for modern leisure

• Original features like the tin ceiling preserved

• Project shows how to blend historical preservation with modern rec needs

Why this matters:

This renovation's a game-changer. It's showing how you can respect a building's history while still catering to today's lifestyle. Could be setting a trend for future real estate projects, especially in areas with lots of historic properties.

Hayden Patriquin talks pickleball humor and rising fame 🎾

TL;DR:

18-year-old pickleball star Hayden Patriquin dishes on his rise in the sport, memorable moments, and the game's culture on the latest "PicklePod" episode.

• Hayden Patriquin, ranked top 20 in all pickleball events, featured on "PicklePod"

• Recounts first-ever "Nasty Nelson" in MLP competition

• Discusses pickleball's playful culture and trash-talking limits

• Highlights shift in competitive landscape as young talents gain recognition

Why this matters:

Patriquin's story shows how pickleball's evolving. Young guns like him are shaking things up, bringing new energy and humor to the sport. It's this kind of personality that could help pickleball break into the mainstream and attract a whole new crowd of fans.

Parris Todd leaves Selkirk, sparking sponsorship speculation 🤔

TL;DR:

Parris Todd, pickleball powerhouse with 43 medals and a US Open triple crown, announces split from Selkirk sponsor, leaving fans guessing about her next move.

• Todd announces Selkirk departure via Instagram

• Racked up 43+ medals and US Open triple crown during Selkirk tenure

• Strong social media presence amplifies her influence

• Exit marks pivotal moment in pickleball sponsorship landscape

Why this matters:

Todd's move is big news in the pickleball world. It's not just about one player changing sponsors – it's a sign of how the sport's growing. Her success and social media game make her a hot commodity, and where she lands next could shake up the sponsorship scene. It's got everyone talking and watching.

Travis Rettenmaier pushes player standards and gratitude 🎾

TL;DR:

Collin Johns' criticism of Major League Pickleball sparks debate on player attitudes and professionalism, with Travis Rettenmaier emphasizing gratitude and accountability for the sport's growth.

• Rettenmaier emphasizes that while Johns' criticisms may hold some merit, what's most concerning is the perceived lack of gratitude from Johns towards the opportunities presented by the sport's growth.

• Rettenmaier suggests that professional pickleball needs clear standards of conduct and penalties for players who fail to demonstrate appropriate effort, especially during televised events.

Why this matters:

This debate's hitting at the heart of pickleball's growing pains. There's a need to set ground rules and expectations for the pros.

It's not just about playing well – it's about how top players carry themselves off the court too, which has been a well known, but under reported issue with Collin’s brother and world #1, Ben Johns.

Getting this right could make or break pickleball's reputation as it keeps growing.