From Marriott points and a dream to coaching celebrities, calling the biggest pro events, and shaping the future of our sport—Matt "Pickleball Mcnasty" Manasse (“the pickleball coach to the stars”) sits down with Coach Tommy for a deep dive into all things pickleball.
We talk about:
How pickleball completely changed Matt’s life in just 5 years
What it’s really like broadcasting for Pickleball TV & Tennis Channel
Why fun and community matter more than your DUPR
How to handle comparison and the “clicky” side of rec play
How insanely good the pros actually are (Hayden, Fed, Anna Leigh, Ben, Anna Bright & more)
Coach Matt’s #1 tip for players 4.0 and below who want to level up fast
If you love pickleball, this episode will light a fire under you.
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