Welcome back to On the Move, the podcast from Texas A&M University’s Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management! In this episode, host Chelsea Reber sits down with Mike Hanik, Instructional Associate Professor, to talk about one of the fastest-growing sports in the country—pickleball!
Mike shares his insights on the sport’s rapid rise, both on campus and nationwide, and how A&M is embracing the trend with new courts, expanded programs, and growing support for players of all levels. Whether you're a casual player, an intramural competitor, or eyeing tournament play, you won’t want to miss this exciting conversation about the impact of pickleball on students and the community.
To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://knsm.tamu.edu/
Host: Chelsea Reber
Guest: Mike Hanik, Instructional Associate Professor
Timestamps:
(00:00 - 00:59) Introduction
(01:00 - 03:37) Discovering Pickleball
(03:36 - 05:38) Growing Popularity at A&M
(05:39 - 07:35) The Pickleball Club
(07:36 - 10:27) Playing in Tournaments
(10:28 - 12:28) A Sport for All
(12:29 - 15:07) Competitive Pickleball Teams
(15:08 - 16:55) The Future of the Game
(16:56 - 17:23) Closing
