Great 3rd

WOW, they're good!

0:00 Intro 1. 0:26 - From Account Manager to Pro Pickleball Player: How Did the Transition Happen? "You're 24 years old, starting your career as a pro athlete, and you were an account manager for DUPR before going full-time pro. Can you describe the moment you realized you were moving on from working in a business to going full-time into pro pickleball?" Anna: "My first job was actually as a project manager at a small fintech company. I had a breakout tournament, and Steven and Jill Bravman recruited me to work for DUPR. It allowed me to play pickleball and participate in tournaments. When I was managing a big tournament in Newport Beach, I realized the trajectory was only going to demand more from me, so I chose to pursue pickleball full-time. I'm happy with my decision." 2. 2:04 - Leading on the Court: Natural Evolution or Intentional Effort? "One thing that's always fascinated me about your game is how you lead in terms of energy and poise on the court. Is that something that's naturally evolved over time, or is it a serious effort on your part?" Anna: "It's been natural for me. I've always been a natural competitor and a smart player, starting with tennis tournaments at six. Pickleball suits me well because it relies on anticipation, hand speed, decision-making, and consistency, which are my strengths." 3. 3:43 - The Role of Drilling in Your Training "I heard that when you started playing pro, you had never drilled. Do you think if you had drilled earlier, you might have been a better player today?" Anna: "I don't think so. Drilling helps once you hit plateaus. I was naturally talented and had great players to play with, so obsessively playing recreationally was the best for me initially. Drilling started when I felt plateaus, and it depends on your situation." 4. 4:48 - Playing Mixed Doubles with Your Significant Other "You're one of the few pro players who plays mixed doubles with your significant other. Was that a pro pickleball business decision or a relationship decision?" Anna: "It was mostly a relationship decision. I got good earlier than James, and while we tried playing with others, playing against each other affected our relationship negatively. Playing together felt right, and his improvement made it a win-win." 5. 6:28 - Advice for Couples Playing Together "To all the couples out there that play together, do you have any pro tips on keeping the relationship happy and the doubles team successful?" Anna: "It's important to both be very good. If one is much better, it can cause frustration. At our level, there's an understanding of the right decisions, so there's less room for frustration. Be nice to each other and understand that the better you both are, the easier it is." 6. 7:44 - Visualizing Your Future Career "When you visualize your future career, what do you want it to look like in 10 years?" Anna: "I don't know how long I'll be playing pro pickleball at this intensity. I see myself possibly being a GM of a Major League Pickleball team or getting into coaching and building an academy. I love coaching and think I'd excel in a GM role." 7. 9:02 - Making Career Decisions for Young People "There are many young people trying to figure out their careers. Can you talk about how they can decide what to do with their lives and what factors are important in making that decision?" Anna: "Everyone says follow your dreams, but it's also okay to have a job that funds your dreams. For pickleball, find a job in the industry that allows you to play tournaments. It's important to dip your toes in the water and see if it's for you, especially as the game gets harder to break into." 8. 10:53 - Why Do You Love Pickleball? "Why do you love pickleball?" Anna: "I love it because it's so fun and it gives an avenue to compete. After tennis, I felt a chapter was ending, but pickleball reignited my passion for competition. It's a sport that allows adults to compete at a high level, and that's why so many people love it."

Who are they dominating...? I don't see any dominating......

Y’all pickleballers really pathetic asf

Poaching and Berts are so fun to watch and do in pickleball 😁👍

not a sport

What an amazing volley. 😮

Great player, great personality, and a BRIGHT mind! ❤

Just play tennis

I'm confused.... When did anyone think the point was over? First overhead was good but a bit slower than it could have been since it was a good lob. Second overhead had more pace but landed super short without enough angle and popped up for a drive? Good point but I didn't see any 90% putaways during the rally

Hey that’s Montclair State lol

No audio?

pickleball paddle and cover custom

Holy crap

You forgot her main hero Big Papa Jimmy

No thanks.

I just cannot do it. Too wristy and I have double hand backhand. Lovely effective shot

Catherine Parenteau is awesome!

What the? Not specific to mixed doubles! His forehand.. he's supposed to smash that when popped up!

What grip are you using

Grunting in pickleball lmao this is too much

I would win a 2v1 vs either team ez 😂

Fantastic explanation of the grips required!

Easy, peasy. The let.

You sucked at Tennis, you didnt make the rock back.. congratulations, you found your calling. Dinkleball is your preferred sport for recognition!

Great playing!

Are they nikers

Happens in men's doubles and women's doubles too. If your point is that the man is hogging the ball, that is not the case. That is a textbook pickleball move.

😂 looks good in pink

BB BBnq😊A a

what grip?

Wait, that illegal right?

I've seen a lot of bad pickleball but this is on another level of shitiness.

Fastest growing sport in America.

Best description of grip impact on spin that I've seen. I had no idea that I should you needed to rotate the paddle in your hand that far from continental position to get good topspin.

Crazy slow

no way bro is teaching people how to play a literal child's game. any human in the world can play this sport

This video really makes me question why we’re here on earth 😂

Try that against a tennis player. Lights out

7:28 "no, thanks" literally my answer on the court

Uks weather is so 😢😢😢😢😢 i wanna play more

the hype will soon collapse.

Great teaching subject and video. Thank you

Thanks! Great, clear instructions.

Heat video quality and content! I learned alot from this 🤙🏽

Absolutely loved this advice. Perfection.

Thanks I needed this one. Great lesson.

Solid lesson!

Great Vid!