The People of Pickleball Podcast: Rick Barry Speaks Out on the Future of the Game

Hello, pickleball enthusiasts and sports fans! 🎉 If you haven't tuned into the latest episode of the **People of Pickleball Podcast**, drop everything and listen now! Hosted by Mike Sleeves Sliwa, this episode features the legendary **Rick Barry**, former NBA and ABA superstar, as he shares his journey into the world of pickleball. #### A Basketball Legend Finds His Way to Pickleball Join us for a delightful conversation where Rick discusses how he discovered pickleball after his basketball career. As the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., pickleball became Rick's new competitive passion after a nudge from his wife. He humorously recalls his initial reaction: “What the hell is pickleball?” But he soon found himself hooked! #### Picking Up the Paddle Rick’s competitive spirit shines as he reminisces about his early pickleball days, including his first tournament win at age 70! His passion for improvement and thrill of competition resonate deeply. He’s even eyeing the Triple Crown this year, with aspirations for prestigious tournaments like the US Open! #### The Scoring Debate This episode digs into the ongoing scoring debate in pickleball. Rick advocates for rally scoring, arguing it enhances the game’s pace—just like in volleyball. His insights make this episode a must-listen for pickleball players at any level, as he shares the value of playing against quality opponents and the joy of competition. #### The Future is Bright! Rick’s enthusiasm extends to the future of pickleball and his involvement with Pickle Zone, along with innovative products like **Go Sleeves** compression sleeves. With influencers like Rick at the helm, the future of pickleball looks incredibly bright! #### Wrapping Up with Wisdom As our conversation wraps up, Rick reminds us that sports are about community, competition, and joy. His goal is to remain active in pickleball well into his 100s—what a remarkable aspiration! Don’t miss this engaging episode filled with humor and insight from one of sports' most dynamic personalities. Catch this episode on **Sleeve’s Senior Pickleball Report** or on **YouTube**. Tune in, get inspired, and keep on playing! Until next time, happy playing and pickling! 🥳 #Pickleball #Podcast #RickBarry #SleeveSeniorPickleballReport Rick Barry Image Credit: Corey Carter ( https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Rick_Barry.jpg ) Rick Barry Instagram: @rick24barry Go Sleeves: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com Get the latest updates and information on the rapidly growing sport of pickleball, which is specifically designed for the senior community aged 50+. Check out Sleeve’s Senior Pickleball Report on YouTube to stay informed and up-to-date with the ever-changing world of pickleball. Join the community and stay ahead of the game. https://sleeves-spr.com/ 🟠 Follow us on social media: SPR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Sleeves-Senior-Pickleball-Report SPR on WEB https://sleeves-spr.com SPR on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seniorpickl... SPR on TikTok twitter: https://twitter.com/SeniorPBReport #PeopleOfPickleball #Pickleball # Hey, "People of Pickleball" fans! Looking for some great deals on the latest pickleball gear and services? We've got you covered! Just head over to this link https://sleeves-spr.store/affiliates-partners/ for exclusive discounts crafted just for our listeners. Don't miss out on elevating your game with top-notch pickleball essentials at amazing prices! https://sleeves-spr.store/ Source: Sleeve's Senior Pickleball Report

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