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Tyler Loong
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All things Pickleball brought to you by pro pickleball player, Tyler Loong and his co-host and personality Jimmy Miller

  1. Players Quit on Their Teams? MLP Austin Was Absolute Chaos

    3d ago

    Players Quit on Their Teams? MLP Austin Was Absolute Chaos

    Send us Fan Mail MLP Austin delivered one of the wildest weekends of the season. In this episode of KOTC, Tyler and Jimmy break down the biggest storylines from Austin, including player absences, controversial no-shows, heated on-court drama, major trade news, and a full recap of Championship Sunday. The guys discuss the Dallas Flash's shocking performance, the blockbuster Tyra Black trade, Jay D latest controversy involving Lea Jansen and Nico Acevedo, and whether MLP teams are entering buyer-or-seller mode ahead of the trade deadline. 0:00 Super Sunday belt discussion 0:48 Welcome back to King of the Court 1:08 Club Pickleball Mastermind sponsor spotlight 3:08 Club Pickleball Sandy location review 3:49 Pickler Universe update and ticket information 5:32 Indoor vs outdoor pro pickleball debate 6:14 Dominator sponsorship spotlight 6:58 KOTC All Access update 7:38 "You're taller than Tyler" fan interaction 8:15 Listener bike crash story 9:33 NBA Finals and New York Knicks discussion 11:49 Museum of Ice Cream video update 12:31 MLP Austin recap begins 13:24 Player absences and no-show controversy 15:03 Load management discussion in MLP 16:32 Why showing up matters for your team 17:16 Jesse Irvin's impressive performance while sick 19:34 Tyler reflects on competing with a broken hand 20:15 Team accountability and leadership 21:26 Do star players face consequences? 22:05 J-Dub vs Nico Acevedo incident 23:45 Lea Jansen responds to J-Dub 25:13 Was the controversy overblown? 27:27 Florida Smash shocks Dallas Flash 29:08 Len Yang and Pablo Tellez impress 29:48 Utah Black Diamonds vs Columbus Sliders 30:44 James Delgado shines in mixed doubles 31:29 Texas Ranchers dominate Dallas Flash 32:11 Austin fan attendance review 32:51 Every match mattered in Austin 34:25 Trae Young attends MLP Austin 35:16 Dallas Flash vs Miami Pickleball Club thriller 36:56 Emma Nelson continues to impress 38:21 Why young players are taking over pickleball 39:50 Championship Sunday recap 40:42 Tyra Black traded to Columbus 42:30 Why Columbus made the move 43:18 What Dallas gains from the trade 44:02 Potential future trade scenarios 45:32 Other trade deadline candidates 46:16 MLP roster construction rules explained 46:58 Jimmy apologizes to Dekel Bar 48:40 St. Petersburg MLP preview 49:31 Pool changes explained 50:18 Growth of MLP and Austin success 51:08 Austin venue and court conditions review 53:15 St. Pete Athletic Club preview 54:03 Early St. Pete matchups 55:28 Group A predictions 58:20 Group B predictions 59:53 Travis Rettenmaier injury update 1:00:44 How did Dallas finish last? 1:01:41 Was trading Tyra the right move? 1:02:35 Should players be traded mid-season? 1:04:10 Is the MLP trade deadline too long? 1:04:58 Why isn't Rafa Hewett on an MLP roster? 1:05:52 Ideal pro pickleball facility discussion 1:06:43 Does Dallas need additional support? 1:07:32 Annalee Waters and Anna Bright discussion 1:09:10 How to join the KOTC Discord 1:09:49 ATP strategy discussion 1:10:32 Final thoughts and St. Pete excitement Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/  KOTC All Access https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDiH-sjthLCovD8i79-AkWg/join Code “KOTC” for insane discounts at:  https://www.clubpickleballmastermind.com/kotc   Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear:  https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pages KOTC Merch - Use “KOTC”  kitchpickleball.com NEW KOTC DISCORD  https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemf NEW KOTC CAMEO https://www.cameo.com/morekotc Instagram:  Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong   Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pb KOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt   Facebook:  / tyler.loong    -- Support the show

    1h 14m
  2. BAD BOUNCES. BIG DRAMA.

    Jun 10

    BAD BOUNCES. BIG DRAMA.

    Send us Fan Mail KOTC breaks down everything that happened at MLP St. Louis, including the controversial court conditions, Riley Newman’s injury, DreamBreaker strategy debates, and which teams are rising or falling after another major league event. We discuss: The rollout court controversy in St. Louis Why players were frustrated with the venue setup Riley Newman’s injury and Brooklyn’s outlook Phoenix vs Vegas DreamBreaker strategy breakdown Which players are trending up and down MLP trade rumors and potential roster moves Austin MLP preview and predictions Crypto, SpaceX and fan Q&A Plus, Jimmy and Tyler give their honest thoughts on the current state of Major League Pickleball and what teams should do before the trade deadline. Timestamps 00:00 Intro & Off Campus Discussion 00:52 Welcome Back to KOTC 01:16 Club Pickleball Mastermind 03:00 Pickler Universe Update 05:02 Dominator Sponsor Segment 07:23 MLP St. Louis Overview 08:14 Court Surface & Bounce Issues 09:43 Arena Experience vs Facility Problems 13:22 Indoor Arena Debate 14:00 Fan Encounters & Cindy Kaoimoto 16:14 Riley Newman Injury Update 17:41 St. Louis Shock Dominance 19:41 Million Dollar AB Discussion 21:21 Phoenix vs Vegas DreamBreaker Breakdown 28:39 What's Wrong with the Bouncers? 29:28 St. Louis Group Results Recap 30:57 MLP Scheduling Problems 36:47 Trade Rumors Begin 39:17 Dylan Frazier & Nico Acevedo Discussion 40:56 Connor Garnett Trade Possibilities 43:07 Building for the Future vs Winning Now 44:34 MLP Parity Discussion 45:51 Indoor Facility Potential 46:37 Austin MLP Preview 48:56 Austin Weather & Event Concerns 50:28 KOTC All Access Update 51:57 Austin Pool Breakdown 58:05 Ranchers & Nico Acevedo Outlook 01:00:54 Austin Predictions 01:02:16 Fan Q&A Begins 01:02:30 Biggest Risers in MLP 01:04:01 Biggest Disappointments So Far 01:06:45 Will MLP Change Player Contracts? 01:07:34 Shock Merchandise Discussion 01:07:34 James Delgado & Pickleball IQ 01:08:18 Is Brooklyn Underrated? 01:09:09 Bitcoin, Pengu & SpaceX 01:10:41 If Hayden & Gabe Teamed Up... Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/  KOTC All Access https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDiH-sjthLCovD8i79-AkWg/join Code “KOTC” for insane discounts at:  https://www.clubpickleballmastermind.com/kotc   Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear:  https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pages KOTC Merch - Use “KOTC”  kitchpickleball.com NEW KOTC DISCORD  https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemf NEW KOTC CAMEO https://www.cameo.com/morekotc Instagram:  Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong   Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pb KOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt   Facebook:  / tyler.loong    -- Support the show

    1h 22m
  3. SHOCK UNDER PRESSURE

    Jun 2

    SHOCK UNDER PRESSURE

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of KOTC!  This week Tyler Loong & Jimmy Miller break down everything from MLP Columbus, including the California Black Bears' performance, the continued struggles of the St. Louis Shock despite one of the most expensive rosters in MLP history, and whether the pickleball world is too quick to overreact to a single event. The guys discuss the recent Genie Bouchard trade, Alix Truong's move to the Flames, the Palm Beach Royals' roster decisions, and why one-game-to-11 MLP matches can create some wild results. They also dive into the ongoing debate surrounding international PPA points, John McEnroe's comments about pickleball, and whether top pros should be stronger ambassadors for the sport. Plus: MLP St. Louis preview, Anna Bright and the pressure facing the Shock, championship ceremony controversy, and Tyler's now-infamous Museum of Ice Cream golden spoon story. Timestamps 0:00 Intro & Shock Super Sunday jokes 1:35 Club Pickleball Mastermind sponsor 3:01 Pickler Universe update 5:00 Dominator sponsor 7:02 KOTC discount code update 8:37 KOTC All Access membership 9:20 Tyler's New York story begins 10:01 Museum of Ice Cream & the golden spoon controversy 13:54 Pickleball destroying a marriage? 16:45 MLP Columbus recap begins 17:39 Jeannie Bouchard traded to Carolina 18:10 California Black Bears weekend recap 19:35 Miami Hogs stock discussion 20:26 Are people overreacting to MLP results? 22:08 St. Louis Shock concerns 22:50 Why haven't the Shock won yet? 24:58 Should the Shock make a blockbuster trade? 27:06 MLP St. Louis preview 28:50 Breaking down the St. Louis groups 29:53 Rumored Shock player contracts 31:32 Pressure building for St. Louis 32:21 Brooklyn and Utah outlook 33:06 Is Jaume Martinez Vich better on the left? 33:53 Paris Todd controversy & comments 35:26 Relatability of pro pickleball stars 36:59 International PPA points discussion 39:04 Do international points need adjustment? 41:19 LeBron's dark mode strategy 42:14 Should Anna Bright go dark mode? 43:44 Columbus venue, courts & lighting review 44:26 Championship ceremony controversy 47:20 Alex Strong trade analysis 48:56 Columbus team chemistry concerns 49:48 Palm Beach Royals discussion 53:00 John McEnroe, Jeannie Bouchard & pickleball criticism 57:29 What should ambassadors of the sport do? 58:59 Final thoughts on St. Louis 59:45 Why MLP is different than PPA events 1:01:58 Outro Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/  KOTC All Access https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDiH-sjthLCovD8i79-AkWg/join Code “KOTC” for insane discounts at:  https://www.clubpickleballmastermind.com/kotc   Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear:  https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pages KOTC Merch - Use “KOTC”  kitchpickleball.com NEW KOTC DISCORD  https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemf NEW KOTC CAMEO https://www.cameo.com/morekotc Instagram:  Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong   Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pb KOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt   Facebook:  / tyler.loong    -- Support the show

    1h 3m
  4. MLP Dallas Was COMPLETE Chaos… New Rules, Drama & Controversy

    May 27

    MLP Dallas Was COMPLETE Chaos… New Rules, Drama & Controversy

    Send us Fan Mail KOTC is back breaking down EVERYTHING from the wild MLP Dallas weekend at Pickler Universe — including the controversial new MLP rules, Ben Johns’ dominant performance, DreamBreaker strategy, player rankings drama, and whether international PPA events are gaming the system. Tyler and Jimmy discuss the chaos surrounding blue cards, standing restrictions, phone bans, injury replacements, singles specialists, and the biggest winners and losers from the event. They also dive into Utah Black Diamonds, Dallas Flash struggles, Mad Drops’ championship run, and what to expect heading into Columbus. Make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and join the KOTC All-Access membership for bonus content, gossip, breaking news, and behind-the-scenes discussions. Timestamps  00:00 Intro + AI line call rant 00:52 Youth sports & “plastic rings” discussion 02:15 Dallas trip recap + Chili’s review 03:53 Club Pickleball Mastermind sponsor 11:48 PPA Asia ranking controversy begins 20:34 MLP Dallas recap begins 21:50 New MLP rules explained 22:35 Fed’s blue card comments 24:01 Why the new bench rule hurts MLP 25:36 Cell phone bans & gambling concerns 26:13 Blue card controversy with Bay Area 26:55 Utah challenge timeout mistake explained 28:17 MLP energy & atmosphere discussion 29:02 Injury replacements & alternates chaos 31:52 Singles specialists discussion 33:22 DreamBreaker importance this season 34:45 Communication issues with singles specialists 41:09 Biggest losers from MLP Dallas 43:48 Utah Black Diamonds analysis 45:59 Connor Garnett & Tama breakdown 47:35 Pablo Tellez praise + Utah struggles 48:31 Surprise performances from the weekend 49:17 Best player at MLP Dallas 50:07 Young teams analysis (Phoenix & Bay Area) 51:36 Luka Mack injury + Joey Wild signing 52:31 Columbus MLP preview 53:10 Georgia Johnson/JW matchup controversy 54:39 Pickler Universe crowd & atmosphere 55:32 Columbus team pools breakdown 57:00 New MLP format discussion 57:47 Columbus preview continues 58:33 KOTC All-Access membership plug 59:25 Columbus women’s lineup debate 01:00:14 Questions 01:10:28 Final thoughts & outro Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/  KOTC All Access https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDiH-sjthLCovD8i79-AkWg/join Code “KOTC” for insane discounts at:  https://www.clubpickleballmastermind.com/kotc   Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear:  https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pages KOTC Merch - Use “KOTC”  kitchpickleball.com NEW KOTC DISCORD  https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemf NEW KOTC CAMEO https://www.cameo.com/morekotc Instagram:  Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong   Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pb KOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt   Facebook:  / tyler.loong    -- Support the show

    1h 11m
  5. MLP Dallas Preview + Pickleball’s Biggest Problem

    May 19

    MLP Dallas Preview + Pickleball’s Biggest Problem

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of King of the Court, Tyler and Jimmy break down everything heading into the first Major League Pickleball event of the season at Pickler Universe in Dallas. They preview the biggest matchups, debate new team lineups, discuss waiver wire moves, and analyze how teams might use younger players this season. Jimmy/Tyler also recap PPA Asia, react to rumors surrounding new partnerships, discuss the economics behind MLP and why fans can’t expect “backyard pickleball” access forever, and a local Utah moneyball meltdown. Plus: JW Johnson & Tama rumors, Ben Johns, the New Jersey 5s, MLP team loyalty, Lifetime balls, podcast consistency, fake Discords, and much more. Timestamps 00:00 intro  06:40 Club Pickleball Mastermind  08:03 Pickler Universe giveaway recap  13:56 PPA Asia recap begins  16:44 Women’s singles results  17:03 Men’s singles recap + Zane Navratil loss  18:04 Mixed doubles results  18:52 Women’s doubles recap  19:43 Colin Johns wins gold in men’s doubles  22:59 Should Asia events count for full points?  24:37 Jimmy’s MLP rant begins  29:12 Ryan Smith & Utah sports culture comparison  29:53 Teams treating players differently  32:39 MLP loyalty discussion  33:22 Players being dropped without warning  42:32 Orlando Squeeze vs Dallas Flash  43:28 Flash vs New Jersey 5s hype matchup  46:51 Shock vs Mad Drops marquee matchup  48:21 Teams with lineup flexibility  49:03 Should teams develop younger players?  52:41 Bay Area Bears strategy discussion  53:26 Vegas Night Owls lineup rumors  56:18 Why MLP strategy will be fascinating  56:59 No more bench switching  57:51 Indoor MLP events this season  58:35 Lifetime pickleballs discussion  59:19 Vulcan V-Pro Flight sponsor segment  01:01:00 questions begin  01:01:50 PPA Challengers vs APP winners  01:02:35 Canadian PPA events discussion  01:03:23 Tyler vs Tyson McGuffin hypothetical  01:04:14 Why podcasts fail  01:05:01 KOTC 3-year anniversary discussion  01:05:50 Free merch discussion  01:06:37 Fake Discord warnings  01:07:33 Favorite music discussion  01:08:21 JW Johnson & Tama partnership rumor  01:09:09 Should JW move to the right side? Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/  KOTC All Access https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDiH-sjthLCovD8i79-AkWg/join Code “KOTC” for insane discounts at:  https://www.clubpickleballmastermind.com/kotc   Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear:  https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pages KOTC Merch - Use “KOTC”  kitchpickleball.com NEW KOTC DISCORD  https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemf NEW KOTC CAMEO https://www.cameo.com/morekotc Instagram:  Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong   Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pb KOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt   Facebook:  / tyler.loong    -- Support the show

    1h 19m
  6. “The Truth About PPA Finals, MLP & Pickleball’s Biggest Issues”

    May 12

    “The Truth About PPA Finals, MLP & Pickleball’s Biggest Issues”

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of King of the Court, Tyler and Jimmy break down everything from the PPA Finals and San Clemente 500, including partnership rumors, controversial line-calling technology, MLP storylines, and the future of pro pickleball. Jimmy absolutely unloads on the New Jersey 5s logo, while Tyler shares behind-the-scenes stories from competing in the finals himself. We also discuss Ben Johns and ALW continuing their dominance, Kate Fahey’s big win, possible men’s doubles shakeups, Nico Acevedo’s rise, the “Partners” documentary, sponsorship money in pickleball, and why some players may already be searching for new partners. Plus, we talk Pickler Universe, upcoming MLP events, court surface issues, and some wild behind-the-scenes stories from San Clemente. If you enjoy honest conversations, pickleball drama, player insight, and all the latest pro pickleball news, make sure to subscribe and join the KOTC community. 00:00 – Intro  00:49 – Jimmy Rips the New Jersey 5s Logo 04:06 – Sponsors 07:03 – Pickler Universe Giveaway Call 11:54 – Why Pickler Universe Is the Best MLP Venue 18:37 – San Clemente Parking & Venue Stories 19:18 – Court Surface Problems & Dead Spots 22:05 – New Line Calling Technology Discussion 24:07 – How Accurate Is the AI Line Call System? 27:42 – PPA Finals Points System Explained 31:39 – Why the Rich Get Richer in Rankings 32:24 – Men’s Singles Recap (JLG, Garnett & More) 34:00 – Players Pulling Out of Events 34:40 – “Partners” Documentary Reactions 39:10 – Kevin Hart Roast Reactions 41:35 – Mixed Doubles Recap 42:33 – Ben Johns vs ALW Debate 44:50 – Should PPA Randomize Mixed Partners? 47:05 – Tyler’s Finals Match & Mid-Match Rule Change 51:25 – Alshon’s Viral Interview Reactions 53:59 – Future Partnership Shakeups 56:22 – Why Some Partnerships Actually Work 01:00:44 – Missing James Ignatowich in the Scene 01:01:36 – Competition vs Personality in Pickleball 01:02:12 – Sponsorship Money & Paddle Deals 01:05:55 – Lighting Issues During Matches 01:06:38 – PPA 500 Tournament Recap Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/  KOTC All Access https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDiH-sjthLCovD8i79-AkWg/join Code “KOTC” for insane discounts at:  https://www.clubpickleballmastermind.com/kotc   Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear:  https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pages KOTC Merch - Use “KOTC”  kitchpickleball.com NEW KOTC DISCORD  https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemf NEW KOTC CAMEO https://www.cameo.com/morekotc Instagram:  Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong   Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pb KOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt   Facebook:  / tyler.loong    -- Support the show

    1h 33m
  7. Pickleball Just Got a $225 MILLION Boost… Here’s What It Means + Atlanta

    May 5

    Pickleball Just Got a $225 MILLION Boost… Here’s What It Means + Atlanta

    Send us Fan Mail This week on KOTC we break down one of the biggest moments in pickleball history — a $225 million investment into the UPA and what it means for the future of the sport. From MLP and PPA growth to players cashing in, KOTC is diving into the real story behind the headlines (and calling out the misinformation along the way). We also recap the Atlanta tournament, including The rise of “Tama Time” and breakout performances. Major upsets and new faces shaking up the brackets Heated moments, body shots, and sportsmanship debates. Why line call issues are getting worse (not better). The dominance of top teams — and who can actually challenge them 0:00 Start  5:00 Sponsors  13:32 Big investment  23:13 Atlanta  27:26 Womens Singles 31:48 Mens Singles  37:45 Mixed Doubles  40:24 Mens Doubles  54:12 Womens Doubles  1:00:32 The Race  1:05:48 Questions  Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/  KOTC All Access https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDiH-sjthLCovD8i79-AkWg/join Code “KOTC” for insane discounts at:  https://www.clubpickleballmastermind.com/kotc Next Mastermind is 8/12-8/14    pickleruniverse.com/2026-mlp#ticketoptions Click the Vulcan link below for a discount to be applied to your order   https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pages Click the Stack Athletics link below for discount to be applied to your order https://www.stackathletics.com/JIMMY62262 KOTC Merch - Use “KOTC”  kitchpickleball.com NEW KOTC DISCORD  https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemf NEW KOTC CAMEO https://www.cameo.com/morekotc Instagram:  Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong   Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pb KOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt   Facebook:  / tyler.loong    -- Support the show

    1h 20m
  8. PPA Atlanta Slam Preview + The Wildest Sports Story EVER

    Apr 28

    PPA Atlanta Slam Preview + The Wildest Sports Story EVER

    Send us Fan Mail This episode of KOTC gets WILD. We kick things off with one of Jimmy’s craziest 7 on 7 stories you’ll ever hear that completely spiraled out of control. From trash talk to parents getting involved, it’s a perfect example of everything wrong (and hilarious) about youth sports culture today. Then KOTC shifts back into pickleball and breaks down everything you need to know heading into the PPA Atlanta Slam—the biggest tournament of the season so far. With all the top pros back in action, buckle up for some great matchups!  Plus, we’ve got a HUGE giveaway you don’t want to miss—MLP Opening Weekend tickets and more. 01:25 7 on 7 story 10:48 ClubPickleball Mastermind  12:50 Pickler Giveaway  14:52 Dominator  18:49 Partners  22:37 Proton  24:54 Mens singles  28:00 Womens Singles  31:38 Mixed Doubles  34:15 Mens Doubles 42:11 Womens Doubles  51:00 Questions  Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/  KOTC All Access https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDiH-sjthLCovD8i79-AkWg/join Code “KOTC” for insane discounts at:  https://www.clubpickleballmastermind.com/kotc Next Mastermind is 8/12-8/14    Click the Vulcan link below for a discount to be applied to your order   https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pages Click the Stack Athletics link below for discount to be applied to your order https://www.stackathletics.com/JIMMY62262 KOTC Merch - Use “KOTC”  kitchpickleball.com NEW KOTC DISCORD  https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemf NEW KOTC CAMEO https://www.cameo.com/morekotc Instagram:  Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong   Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pb KOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt   Facebook:  / tyler.loong    -- Support the show

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All things Pickleball brought to you by pro pickleball player, Tyler Loong and his co-host and personality Jimmy Miller

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  • Creator
    Tyler Loong
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    205
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 King of the Court
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