Pickle with Mickle Interview Series: The Inclusivity and Adaptability of Wheelchair Pickleball

Summary

Terry Smith, a para athlete and wheelchair pickleball player from Scotland, shares his journey of discovering and promoting wheelchair pickleball. He co-founded England's first wheelchair pickleball league and organized tournaments. Terry emphasizes the inclusivity and adaptability of wheelchair pickleball, making it accessible to people with different abilities. He discusses the hybrid format of playing alongside standing players and the potential for wheelchair pickleball to become a Paralympic sport. Terry also mentions the support from Pickleball Scotland and Pickleball England and the need for more promotion and participation in wheelchair pickleball.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
06:21 The First Wheelchair League in Britain
13:05 The Mental and Physical Benefits of Wheelchair Pickleball
23:21 The Growth and Support of Wheelchair Pickleball
28:13 Fun Questions and Closing Remarks