Pickle with Mickle : The Community Spirit of Pickleball with Smiley Riley

Summary

In this engaging conversation, Smiley Riley shares her journey from discovering pickleball to becoming a coach and community leader. She discusses the importance of community in pickleball, her teaching style, and the evolution of the sport. Riley also highlights her experiences in tournaments, the unique concept of floating pickleball courts, and her upcoming travel plans, all while emphasizing the joy and camaraderie that pickleball brings to players of all levels.

Chapters

00:00 Setting the Stage: Introduction to Smiley Riley
01:29 The Journey Begins: Discovering Pickleball
03:22 Finding Community: The Pickleball Experience
06:39 From Player to Coach: Transitioning into Teaching
07:11 The Competitive Spirit: Tournaments and Growth
11:25 Teaching Style: Connecting with Students
14:51 Drills and Techniques: Improving Your Game
21:16 The State of Pickleball: Paddles and Power
27:32 Pickleball on the Water: The First Floating Courts
40:33 Future Adventures: Upcoming Trips and Plans
54:38 Closing Thoughts: Encouragement and Community