The Off-Court Podcast

The Off-Court Podcast

We're Conner and Hug: Two padel lovers that want to bring weekly, engaging padel content to the English-speaking padel community. We understand that in a mostly Spanish-speaking sport many things can be missed leaving fans disappointed. We're here to bridge that gap!Weekly Episodes including: Premier Padel tournament reviews, news in pairings and players, game analysis and much more!

  1. Building the Future of U.S. Padel | Dhanielly Quevedo | The Off-Court Podcast EP.30

    JAN 15

    Building the Future of U.S. Padel | Dhanielly Quevedo | The Off-Court Podcast EP.30

    In this episode of The Off-Court Podcast, we’re joined by Dhanielly “Dhany” Quevedo — Top 10 U.S. padel athlete and founder of Elite Sports Management — to break down what the future of padel in the United States really looks like. We dive into Dhany’s journey from elite junior tennis to competing at the top of U.S. padel, why Miami has emerged as a major hub for the sport, and how padel is trying to carve out its place in a country dominated by pickleball. Dhany shares her perspective on what’s driving padel’s growth, what’s holding it back, and what needs to change for the sport to truly go mainstream in the U.S. Beyond the court, we explore the business side of padel — from club models and athlete support to why Dhany decided to launch Elite Sports Management, the first female-owned, padel-focused sports agency in the country. We also talk about representation, leadership, and what it takes to balance life as both a high-level athlete and a founder. Guest Links: Dhany Quevedo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dhany_quevedo/?hl=en-gb Elite Sports Management: https://www.elitesportsmgt.com/ Elite Sports Management on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elitesportsmanagement__/?hl=en-gb Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:46 Transition from Tennis to Padel 04:42 The Current Level of Competitive Padel in the U.S. 05:47 The Growth of Padel in the U.S. 10:21 Pickleball vs Padel in the U.S. 15:04 What’s Holding the Growth of Padel Back in the U.S.? 16:37 The Cost of Playing Padel 23:27 Can the U.S. Ecosystem Support Professional Padel Players? 25:10 The Launch of Elite Sports Management 29:16 Finding Investment in Business & Padel 31:31 What Will ESM Provide for Pro Padel Players? 33:17 Balancing Life as a Founder & Athlete 35:34 Where Does Dhany See ESM in the Next 5 Years? 38:20 The Most Empowering & Challenging Aspects of the Journey 41:49 Entering the World of Padel as an Entrepreneur 44:30 Rapid Fire Questions with Dhany 48:33 Dhany’s Closing Message Follow us on: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theoffcourtpodcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@theoffcourtpodcast

    51 min
  2. Mexico Major Madness: Coello & Tapia Close the Season | The Off-Court Podcast EP.28

    12/02/2025

    Mexico Major Madness: Coello & Tapia Close the Season | The Off-Court Podcast EP.28

    We’re back for Episode 28 — and it’s officially the one-year anniversary of The Off-Court Podcast. Thank you to everyone who’s been with us from day one. We can’t believe we’ve spent a full year talking padel every week, and somehow the sport keeps giving us even more to get into. This week, we break down the Mexico Major — the final Major of the season and one of the standout tournaments of the year. In this episode, we cover: - Acapulco vibes: the changing court speed, the heat, and what felt like the best crowd of the entire season. Loud, animated, and full of Lebron supporters. - Paquito and Jon Sanz: their chemistry, energy, and the quarter-final celebration that instantly became a highlight. - Notable storylines: questions around Coki Yanguas, plus the ongoing conversation around Stupa and Di Nenno. - Lebron and Leo Augsburger’s first real outing as a pair: a near exit in the Round of 16, a semifinal push, and a style of play so aggressive they’re practically standing on top of the net. - The women’s final: Bea González and Claudia Fernández deliver a dominant performance against their former teammates. Bea at her sharpest and most aggressive, Claudia showing once again why she’s becoming the most reliable forehand on tour. - The men’s final: Coello and Tapia close the door on the year-end No. 1 race. Chingotto and Galán had their window at 5–2 in the second set, but Coello and Tapia held firm when it mattered. - A look ahead to the Barcelona Finals and the pairs heading into the last event of the season. This episode is packed with strong storylines, reactions, and the usual Off-Court perspective. Thanks again for supporting us through our first year. Here’s to many more. Time Stamps:  00:00:00 — Intro & Catch Up 00:02:07 — Mexico Major Initial Vibe Check 00:04:38 — Paquito Jon Sanz Bromance 00:09:16 — Coki Yanguas Split… Could it happen? 00:12:58 — Di Nenno Stupa Split? 00:14:55 — Lebron Augsburger First Impressions 00:28:04 — Women’s Finals 00:37:06 — Men’s Final 00:49:24 — Barcelona Finals is around the corner 00:59:00 — Outro Follow us on: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theoffcourtpodcast/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@theoffcourtpodcast

    1 hr
  3. The 41-Hour World Record Padel Challenge + World Cup Pairs Recap | The Off-Court Podcast Ep.26

    11/12/2025

    The 41-Hour World Record Padel Challenge + World Cup Pairs Recap | The Off-Court Podcast Ep.26

    We sit down with Nathan Young, who’s about to attempt a Guinness World Record — playing 41 hours of continuous padel to raise awareness and funds for the Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT). Nathan shares his incredible story, from growing up with partial sight to finding purpose through padel and preparing for this record-breaking challenge. Then, we break down all the action from the FIP World Cup Pairs — including Coello & Tapia’s shock loss, Chingotto & Galán’s rise, and Sanchez/Josemaria’s dominant run on the women’s side. Tune in for inspiration, drama, and pure padel passion. Follow Nathan’s Journey: Instagram – ⁠@worldslongestpadelmatch⁠ Support – ⁠GoFundMe: The World’s Longest Padel Match⁠ Charity – ⁠Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT)⁠ Timestamps:  0:57 – Introducing Today’s Guest  3:06 – Why Nathan Is Attempting to Break a World Record  5:46 – Nathan’s Diagnosis: Retinoblastoma  9:34 – Fundraising Goal & Charity Impact  13:11 – Why Padel Became the Vessel for His Mission  19:13 – Navigating Padel with Visual Impairments  23:50 – Meet the Team Behind the 41-Hour Record Attempt  30:29 – How Nathan Is Preparing for 41 Hours of Padel  34:53 – What Breaking This Record Means to Nathan  38:37 – What Would Young Nathan Think of This Challenge?  42:03 – If Nathan Could Steal One Pro Shot…  43:50 – Nathan’s Take on the Race Between Chingalan & CoTapia  46:00 – How to Follow and Support Nathan’s Journey  50:15 – World Cup Pairs Overview  51:46 – Court Speeds in Kuwait  55:41 – Coello’s Point of the Tournament  58:10 – Tapia’s Point of the Tournament  1:00:23 – Tapia’s Rulo: In or Out?  1:04:13 – Bergamini Faces Online Hate  1:07:00 – Shout-Out to Sanz & Paquito  1:14:37 – Men’s Final Breakdown  1:31:53 – Women’s Final Breakdown  1:37:47 – Outro 🎧 Follow us on Instagram – ⁠@theoffcourtpodcast⁠  📺 Watch full episodes on YouTube – ⁠The Off-Court Podcast⁠

    1h 39m

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We're Conner and Hug: Two padel lovers that want to bring weekly, engaging padel content to the English-speaking padel community. We understand that in a mostly Spanish-speaking sport many things can be missed leaving fans disappointed. We're here to bridge that gap!Weekly Episodes including: Premier Padel tournament reviews, news in pairings and players, game analysis and much more!