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Join Mark Renneson on ’Pickleball Problems,’ the go-to podcast for pickleball aficionados. With a blend of wit and wisdom, Mark dives deep into the game’s nuances, offering actionable insights to help you overcome common challenges and elevate your play. From mastering the basics to fine-tuning advanced strategies, no topic is off-limits. Have a burning question or a pickleball conundrum? Mark Renneson answers your questions about all things pickleball. Record a voice memo on your phone and email it to mark@thirdshotsports.com for a chance to have your query featured on the show. Tune in and get ready to solve your pickleball problems like a pro!
Episodes

Wednesday May 25, 2022
EP 54: Major Coach Mistake
Wednesday May 25, 2022
Wednesday May 25, 2022
On this "quick-hitter" episode of the show Mark gives advice to coaches who are making a fundamental mistake. What is it? Take a listen to find out!

Friday May 20, 2022
EP 53: Interview with APP’s Ken Herrmann
Friday May 20, 2022
Friday May 20, 2022
In this episode Mark does a full length interview with Ken Herrmann -- Creative Founder and CEO of the Association of Pickleball Professionals (APP). Herrmann talks about what makes the APP different from other tours, why there is always a home for amateurs, and what it means when top pros sign contracts that commit them to some events but not others.

Thursday Jun 10, 2021
EP 52: Ball on Court!
Thursday Jun 10, 2021
Thursday Jun 10, 2021
In this episode of the show Mark walks you through the etiquette of what happens when balls come on your court and when your ball interrupts another group's play.
Mentioned in the show:
Pickleball Coaching International
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Sunday May 16, 2021
EP 51: Is there a more fun sport on the planet?
Sunday May 16, 2021
Sunday May 16, 2021
On this episode of the show Mark talks to Patrick and Ashley from Jigsaw Health. They discuss why Jigsaw is betting big on pickleball and how they make those awesome pickleball commercials.
Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Check out jigsawhealth.com. Affiliate disclaimer: keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.
Mentioned on the show:
jigsawhealth.com
jigsawpickleball.com

Tuesday Mar 09, 2021
EP 50: 3 Changes in Pickleball To Watch For In 2021
Tuesday Mar 09, 2021
Tuesday Mar 09, 2021
In this episode of Pickleball Problems, professional coach Mark Renneson talks about some of the changes to pickleball tactics and technique over the year and what to look for in 2021.
Mentioned in the show:
Pickleball Coaching International
Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Check out jigsawhealth.com. Affiliate disclaimer: keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.

Wednesday Feb 24, 2021
EP 49: Pickleball and the Art of Living
Wednesday Feb 24, 2021
Wednesday Feb 24, 2021
Mark interviews author Mike Branon about his new book.
Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Check out jigsawhealth.com. Affiliate disclaimer: keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.
Also Mentioned:
Pickleball Coaching International

Monday Feb 08, 2021
EP: 48 What Makes a Pickleball Lesson Bad?
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Monday Feb 08, 2021
What makes a pickleball lesson bad? Mark Renneson asked listeners and they shared their thoughts.
Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Check out jigsawhealth.com. Affiliate disclaimer: keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.
Also Mentioned:

Wednesday Dec 30, 2020
EP 47: Drop Serve Responses
Wednesday Dec 30, 2020
Wednesday Dec 30, 2020
2021 will see the drop serve being allowed in pickleball. Mark made two videos about it (one on the new rules and one featuring Tyson McGuffin hitting drop serves for the first time). In this episode of the show, Mark responds to the comments and questions those videos received.
Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Check out jigsawhealth.com.
Affiliate disclaimer: keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. however, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.
Also Mentioned in This Episode:
See the first drop serve video here.
See the video of Tyson McGuffin here.
See the new official rules
See the change document

Monday Nov 23, 2020
EP 46: We hit 100K! Listen for what's coming up next!
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Pickleball Problems has been downloaded 100K times! This episode is a little different from our other ones -- join Mark and his 2 year old on their bike and at the park as they look back on 2020 and talk about pickleball plans for 2021. If this kind of episode isn't for you -- loosely edited, wind in the background etc. -- no problem. We'll be back with a more polished show in no time!
Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Check out jigsawhealth.com.
Affiliate disclaimer: keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. however, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.
Also mentioned in this episode:

Thursday Oct 15, 2020
EP 45: Line Calls!
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
In this episode of the show Mark addresses a whole bunch of questions related to line calls.
Need help with Hydration & Recovery? Here’s the brand that we prefer to use: Jigsaw Health. And when you use our code to make a purchase, you can save $10 (coupon code: PB3SS10), and support the work that we do here at Third Shot Sports! Check out jigsawhealth.com.
Affiliate disclaimer: keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. however, this does not impact our reviews. we try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you.
Also mentioned: