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Join Liam Hoyo as he sits down with Kyle Yates, a pioneer who helped shape the game. Kyle shares stories from his playing days, his coaching experiences, and the friendships that defined his journey. Hear his take on the sport's growth, its culture, and what's next, with warm reflections and a few laughs along the way.

Welcome back to The Erne with Liam Hoyo! In this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations happening in pickleball right now.We break down the ongoing USPA vs UPA paddle certification battle, including what paddle testing means for players, manufacturers, and the future of the sport. We discuss the rise of the “blackout” paddle trend, why paddle approval has become such a hot topic, and how these decisions could impact competitive pickleball.We also analyze Anna Leigh Waters’ first loss of the MLP season — what happened, what it means for the best players in the game, and why even the greatest athletes face challenges.Plus, we take a deep dive into one of pickleball’s most controversial shots: the Nasty Nelson. We discuss why it creates so much debate, the strategy behind it, the arguments against it, and why it remains one of the most unique parts of pickleball’s culture.From paddle technology to pro-level competition and the future of the sport, this episode covers the biggest stories shaping pickleball today.Subscribe to The Erne with Liam Hoyo for more pickleball analysis, coaching insights, player breakdowns, and conversations from around the game. follow me liamhoyopbacademy on ig .

In this Episode we speak to SPin New York Founder , former Pro Table Tennis Player, Pickleballer, and TED X speaker Wally Green. We Talk about his rise to pro superstardom, team JOOLA, his sports history and other topics. you don't want to miss it. a little more info about Wally , He has played for the U.S. in more than 35 International Pro Tour competitions. Green grew up in a low-income ⁠housing project⁠ in Brooklyn, New York. He became part of a gang and his juvenile ⁠rap sheet⁠ included ⁠carjacking⁠ and gun possession. He was shot twice, says that he grew up with domestic violence, and that he owned six guns when he was 13 years old. He was sent to boarding school in Nigeria for a time, and in New York he went to ⁠Lafayette High School⁠. At Lafayette, he played basketball, football and volleyball, among other sports.Green was involved in the promotion of the 2006 video game ⁠Rockstar Games Presents Table Tennis⁠ in Tokyo, and provided ⁠motion capture⁠ for one of the characters.⁠[8]⁠ In 2009, he co-founded the table tennis franchise ⁠SPiN⁠ with, among others, ⁠Susan Sarandon⁠.⁠[9]⁠On his initiative, table tennis tables were installed in ⁠Bryant Park⁠ in New York City, initially as marketing for SPiN.Green stopped competing internationally in 2016. His record in ITTF events is one match won in singles, and two in doubles. In 2018 he said "I'm not the best player in the world, but I'm definitely the coolest. I'm sure of it. That beats being the best." Green stopped competing internationally in 2016. His record in ITTF events is one match won in singles, and two in doubles. In 2018 he said "I'm not the best player in the world, but I'm definitely the coolest. I'm sure of it. That beats being the best." He credits table tennis with saving his life. a Delay in his voice so disregard . Follow Wally:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/wallygreennyc/?hl=enTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wallygreennycofficial?lang=en

In todays episode we talk about the end of MLP and PPA season

Had the pleasure of having my sponsor Gearbox Sports CEO Rafael Filippini on the podcast take a listen and hear his story on how he became the CEO of Gearbox

In this episode we talk briefly about the US Open in Naples Florida. Ben John's on the podium once again , what's going on with his game and where is it right now ? Anna Leigh Waters dominance as she has now amassed 102 wins. Team Waters return and win gold. Is Pickleball getting dangerous as rackets are getting more powerful and our safety goggles or protection goggles and essential now in the pickleball game. And remember to always jump that kitchen line this is "The Erne". Follow Me on IG @TheErniewithliamhoyo and follow my personal @liamHoyo as i try to reach 2 million followers on both accounts. Thank you in advance for your support.

. In today’s episode, I talk about my first win with PCKL athlete Maxiliano Munoz, my unsung heroes for the PPA tour so far, and a recap of the Mesa open. Ben Johns misses the Triple Crown again. shoutout to Gearbox for providing with the best Gear Appearal and rackets. link to Gearbox https://gearboxsports.com/pages/overall-technology, https://gearboxsports.com/pages/pickleball

Recap of PPA Masters and PPA Desert Open, PPA Mesa predictions, Ben Johns winless in single in 2024 is the new ball at play? Anna Leighs Dominance, and a Miami Pickle Game Recap

Is the Start of a new Season for The PPA, Join me as I pick my sleeper picks for the '24 season. Does Lead tape make a difference in the game, you have to find out. Will I be nice on the racquet brand I play you won't know unless you listen in. Keep Jumping the Kitchen Line Its time to hit the Erne. You don't want to miss this episode

In today’s episode of the Ernie, we talked to Jeff Freedman a converted Pickleball player from tennis, We learn about the friendships that he’s made, as well as his experiences in the sport you don’t want to miss it