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Episode 76 of Pickleballers Next Door takes us to Peak Pickleball in Colorado Springs, Colorado, for a historic event: USA Pickleball’s first all-adaptive Golden Ticket tournament.

This inspiring tournament brought together adaptive athletes from across the country for outstanding competition, meaningful connections, and an unforgettable celebration of perseverance. We witnessed firsthand the determination, athleticism, and strength of players who overcome challenges many people never have to consider.

In Part 1 of this two-part series, we speak with Corey White, an adaptive pickleball player from Utah; Cody Smith from the Paralyzed Veterans of America Mountain States Chapter; and adaptive athletes and advocates Andrew Lewis and Mick Tingstrom, who worked tirelessly to help bring this groundbreaking tournament together.

The stories behind why some of these athletes use wheelchairs are powerful—but their stories are about much more than their injuries. They are about resilience, community, competition, and refusing to let physical limitations define what is possible.

The first all-adaptive Golden Ticket tournament was a tremendous success and an important step forward for accessibility and inclusion in pickleball.

We also talk with Dave a member from Peak, who started playing, because of depression and he talks how it helped him to start smiling again.

Coming soon in Part 2: intimate, one-on-one conversations with several of the athletes as they share the personal stories behind the wheelchair, their journeys back to competition, and how adaptive pickleball has changed their lives.

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In Episode 75 of Pickleballers Next Door, Mike and Christana sit down with Dr. Cory Campbell, chiropractor and owner of Campbell Chiropractic in Castle Rock, Colorado, for a conversation that every pickleball player needs to hear.

Dr. Campbell shares his personal pickleball journey — including how the sport became something he now plays alongside his son — and why pickleball has become more than just a game for so many people across all ages and skill levels.

But this episode goes deeper than the court. Dr. Campbell walks us through the full range of services at Campbell Chiropractic and how each one can help pickleball players and active adults live healthier, pain-free lives:

🦴 Chiropractic Care — spinal alignment, joint health, and injury recovery tailored to active lifestyles

👟 Custom Orthotics — proper foot support that can change everything about how you move on the court

❤️ Heart Sound Recorder — a non-invasive tool to assess heart function and nutritional deficiencies

🥗 Nutrition — fueling your body the right way to perform and recover faster

🏃 Rehabilitation — targeted programs to get you back on the court stronger after injury

🏅 Sports Physicals — keeping athletes of all ages cleared and ready to compete

⚡ Class IV Laser Treatments — cutting-edge therapy that can help accelerate healing, reduce inflammation, and help relieve chronic pain.

Whether you're dealing with tennis elbow, knee pain, shoulder issues, or back problems from all those dinking sessions, Dr. Campbell explains how a whole-body approach to health can make a real difference in your performance and quality of life.

If you've ever pushed through pain to stay on the court — this episode is for you.

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Whether you're a recreational player, competitive pickleball athlete, or a pickleball parent watching your kids fall in love with the sport, this conversation is packed with practical health advice and a whole lot of heart.

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In episode 74 of Pickleballers Next Door, Mike and Christana head to the PPA Tour stop at ZeroZeroTwo in Fort Collins, Colorado, where they sit down with pickleball legend Kyle Yates and some exciting up-and-coming young pros, including Andre Mercado (Andre's father Randall Mercado), Miles Hoover, Ben Baravek, and Ben’s coach Jeff Moulton.

Kyle Yates has been one of the most recognizable names in professional pickleball, known as a former world #1 and major champion, and now as someone helping grow and mentor the next generation of players. We talk with Kyle Yates about competing at the PPA Tour stop at ZeroZeroTwo and how he and his doubles partner, Eli Steiner, battled their way to the podium and took home the winning medal. Kyle shares insight from the pro level, the energy of the tournament, and what it takes to compete alongside the next generation of rising pickleball talent.

We talk about the energy of the PPA Tour, what young players are learning on and off the court, how coaching plays a major role in development, and why facilities like ZeroZeroTwo are becoming such an important part of the pickleball community in Colorado.

Whether you are a beginner, a competitive player, a pickleball parent, or someone who loves following the future of the sport, this episode is packed with insight, personality, and a look at where pro pickleball is headed next.

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Episode 73 kicks off our special PPA Tournament Series from Zero Zero Two in Fort Collins, Colorado, where Pickleballers Next Door went behind the scenes at the PPA Challenger Series: The Fracas in Fort Collins.

In this first episode, we sit down with Neil Bellefeuille and Mike Zervas, two of the owners behind Zero Zero Two, along with Bri Seifert from Visit Fort Collins, who helped coordinate and support the event. We talk about what it took to bring a major professional pickleball tournament to Northern Colorado, why Fort Collins is becoming a serious pickleball destination, and how Zero Zero Two is creating a club experience built around players, fans, community, and high-level competition.

The Fracas in Fort Collins was part of the PPA Tour Challenger Series Powered by JOOLA, held May 29–31, 2026 at Zero Zero Two, located at 4401 Innovation Drive in Fort Collins. The event featured competitive match play, spectator access, and a chance for players to compete on a national-stage tournament experience.

Zero Zero Two is one of Colorado’s newest premier pickleball facilities, featuring 17 total courts, including 11 indoor courts and 6 championship-sized outdoor courts, plus amenities like lounge space, recovery areas, a pro shop, café space, and technology-enhanced court experiences.

This is Part 1 of our PPA Fort Collins series, with more player interviews, tournament coverage, and behind-the-scenes conversations coming next.

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In Episode 72 of Pickleballers Next Door, we are breaking down the pickleball terms, plays, slang, and court language every player should know — whether you are brand new to the game or you have been playing for years and still hear new words flying around the court.

Pickleball has its own language, and it can be confusing at first. What is the kitchen? What does it mean to dink, drop, drive, reset, stack, poach, or get caught in a hands battle? And what about all the newer pickleball slang like shake and bake, body bag, chicken wing, banger, Erne, ATP, Bert, and yes — even the helicopter?

This episode is designed for beginners who want to feel more confident on the court, but also for experienced players who may know how to play the game but do not always know what the newer pickleball verbage means. We explain the common terms, funny slang, basic plays, and strategy words in a simple and entertaining way so players of all levels can better understand the game.

Whether you are stepping on the court for the first time or you have been playing since before pickleball was cool, this episode will help you speak the language of the fastest-growing sport in America.

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On this episode of Pickleballers Next Door, we take you inside the exciting Denver Iconics Open pickleball tournament with special guests Jen Hamman and Mario Bosch owners of the Denver Iconics.

We break down how the Denver Iconics Open is one of the smoothest-run pickleball tournaments in Colorado and talk about the incredible job Jen Hamman did directing her very first tournament. From player experience and tournament organization to the energy surrounding the Denver Iconics community, this episode gives pickleball fans a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to host a successful competitive event. How Patty Gallegos was the one running it from behind the scenes.

We also chat with Denver Iconics social media manager Andrew about building excitement around pickleball events, growing the sport online, and connecting with the Colorado pickleball community.

Former NFL football players Lamarcus Caradine and Jaret Smith join us to talk about competing together at the Denver Iconics Open, transitioning from football to pickleball, and how quickly teamwork and athleticism translate onto the pickleball court. These guys brought competitiveness, chemistry, and great personalities to the tournament.

If you love pickleball tournaments, Colorado pickleball events, pro-level competition, athlete crossover stories, and growing pickleball communities, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

🎾 Topics Covered:

• Denver Iconics Open tournament recap
• Pickleball tournament organization tips
• Colorado pickleball growth
• Former NFL players playing pickleball
• Social media and pickleball marketing
• Behind-the-scenes tournament operations
• Building a successful pickleball community

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Join Pickleballers Next Door as we talk with Michael Zervas, one of the owners of zero zero Two, the newest pickleball facility in Ft, Collins, Colorado. How Michael and Neil Bellefeuille both serial entrepreneurs had the vision behind zero zero two, and how the massive new 36,000-square-foot pickleball facility is changing the game in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Located in southeast Fort Collins near Harmony and Timberline, zero zero two features 11 indoor courts, 6 outdoor courts, a full pro shop, food and beverage options, tournament play, and a player-first experience designed from the ground up. Michael shares how they traveled across the country visiting pickleball clubs, listening to players, and studying what people loved, and what they felt was missing to create a next-generation pickleball club unlike any other.

We also dive into the club’s unique design features, including the beautiful vine walls that help with sound reduction while creating an elevated atmosphere and community feel throughout the facility.

Plus, we spotlight the upcoming PPA Challenger Series coming to zero zero two on May 29th, 30th, and 31st. Learn how the Challenger Series connects players to the rapidly growing Professional Pickleball Association (PPA), pathway and why this event is a huge opportunity for competitive pickleball in Colorado and beyond.

If you’re passionate about pickleball growth, club innovation, tournaments, entrepreneurship, or the future of the sport, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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The Fracas in Fort Collins: May 29th to 31st, 2026

The Professional Pickleball Association is proud to bring the inaugural season of the PPA Tour Challenger Series Powered by JOOLA to Fort Collins, Colorado for The Fracas in Fort Collins. The tournament will be held at the Zero Zero Two pickleball facility in Fort Collins, CO, and will provide a showcase of the very best players in the region competing for prize and the chance to win a PPA contract. Come join us to watch professional pickleball in action right here in Fort Collins.

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In Episode 69 of Pickleballers Next Door, Mike and Christana bring you another fun and community-driven episode focused on the incredible people helping grow pickleball across Colorado! 🏓

This week, we welcome special guest Dawn Cerrone from Rocky Mtn Pikl to talk about the exciting fundraising event that happened at The Picklr Thornton benefiting Kids Adaptive Pickleball Play. Dawn shares how the pickleball community is coming together to support adaptive athletes, create more opportunities for kids, and make the sport more inclusive for everyone.

Mike and Christana also briefly touch on the excitement surrounding ZeroZeroTwo.Pro, the new pickleball club in Fort Collins, and preview an upcoming full episode where they’ll sit down with the team behind the club for a deeper conversation. They also talk about the Denver Iconics draft, and how more details are to come.

This episode is all about community, inclusion, giving back, and the continued growth of pickleball throughout Colorado.

🎧 In this episode:

• Adaptive pickleball initiatives
• Kids Adaptive Pickleball Play fundraiser
• Thornton Picklr community event
• Rocky Mtn Pikl updates
• Colorado pickleball news
• Brief preview of ZeroZeroTwo.Pro in Fort Collins
• Growing pickleball through community and inclusion

If you love hearing positive stories from the pickleball world and want to stay connected to what’s happening in Colorado pickleball, this episode is for you!

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