Pickleballers Next Door

Mike Paze and Christana Elliott
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Welcome to the Pickleballers Next Door podcast. Mike & Christana will be traveling around the country recording episodes at pickleball courts inside and outside,  talking to the everyday pickleball player. Find out what they love about pickleball and build a big pickleball community. 

  1. 2d ago

    Episode 84: Pickleball Court Gossip, Drama & Things Players Really Talk About | Mike Goes Solo

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 84 of Pickleballers Next Door, Mike Paze takes over the microphone and goes solo while Christana is busy juggling everything off the court. This time, Mike dives into the gossip on the pickleball court — the conversations, drama, personalities, rumors, opinions, and funny situations that seem to happen anywhere pickleball players gather. If you play pickleball regularly, you already know the court is about more than just dinks, drives, drops, and winning games. There is always something being talked about between matches. Who is playing with who? Who thinks their rating should be higher? Who is taking recreational pickleball a little too seriously? And what kind of court drama has everyone talking this week? Mike shares his perspective on the personalities and conversations that make the pickleball community so entertaining both on and off the court. Whether you are a competitive player, recreational player, beginner, or just someone who loves the social side of pickleball, this episode is a fun look at the things pickleball players really talk about when the game stops. 🎙️ Pickleballers Next Door — talking pickleball, personalities, stories, and everything happening around the game. Support the show Thank you to our sponsor A Sweet Sip CBD drink. Visit https://drinkasweetsip.com/ for more information.  Follow the PickleBallers Next Door at:  IG: @pickleballersnextdoor TikTok: thepickleballersnextdoor

  2. Sep 3

    Episode 84 Pickleball Terms & Slang - A Beginner's Guide for New Players of Pickleball

    Send us Fan Mail Pickleballers Next Door is back — and if you’ve ever heard a pickleball term on the court and wondered, “What in the world does that mean?” this episode is for you. Pickleball has developed a language all its own. From the kitchen, dinks, drops, drives, resets, stacking, poaching, and hands battles to some of the more colorful pickleball slang like shake and bake, body bag, chicken wing, banger, Erne, ATP, Bert, and the helicopter, there is a lot more to learn than simply keeping score. In this episode, we break down the pickleball terminology, court slang, shots, plays, and strategy words you are likely to hear every time you step onto the court. We keep it simple, fun, and easy to understand so newer players can feel more confident — while longtime players might even discover a term they haven’t heard before. Whether you’re just learning how to play pickleball, trying to understand what your partner keeps yelling during a rally, or you simply want to brush up on the latest pickleball lingo, this episode will help you talk pickleball like a pro. Grab your paddle, head to the kitchen — but don’t step in it — and join us as we decode the language of pickleball! Support the show Thank you to our sponsor A Sweet Sip CBD Drink. Visit https://drinkasweetsip.com/ for more information. Follow Pickleballers Next Door: Instagram: @pickleballersnextdoor TikTok: @thepickleballersnextdoor Support the show Thank you to our sponsor A Sweet Sip CBD drink. Visit https://drinkasweetsip.com/ for more information.  Follow the PickleBallers Next Door at:  IG: @pickleballersnextdoor TikTok: thepickleballersnextdoor

  3. Aug 27

    Episode 83: Inside Fort Collins’ Newest Pickleball Destination with Michael Zervas

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 83 of Pickleballers Next Door, Christana Elliott and Mike Paze connect by phone with Michael Zervas of Zero Zero Two in Fort Collins, Colorado to talk about one of Northern Colorado’s newest pickleball destinations. Michael shares the story behind Zero Zero Two, the vision for the facility, and what makes it a place designed for pickleball players of all levels. We also talk about the continued growth of pickleball in Fort Collins and how facilities like Zero Zero Two are helping build an even stronger local pickleball community. If you love discovering new pickleball facilities, learning about the people behind the game, or you’re looking for places to play pickleball in Northern Colorado, this episode gives you a closer look at what Zero Zero Two is bringing to Fort Collins. 🎙️ Pickleballers Next Door — bringing you the players, places, personalities, and stories growing the game of pickleball. Support the show Thank you to our sponsor A Sweet Sip CBD drink. Visit https://drinkasweetsip.com/ for more information.  Follow the PickleBallers Next Door at:  IG: @pickleballersnextdoor TikTok: thepickleballersnextdoor

  4. Aug 20

    Episode 83 - Mayci J. Neeley: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Backyard Pickleball & the Pickleball Lifestyle

    Send us Fan Mail Mayci joins us to talk about her love for pickleball, what inspired her to build a regulation-size pickleball court right in her backyard, and how having a court at home has created a place for family, friends, fun, and competition. We talk about the growing pickleball lifestyle, why backyard pickleball courts are becoming so popular, and how the sport continues to bring people together both on and off the court. Whether you know Mayci from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, follow the growing world of celebrity pickleball, or you’ve dreamed about having your own backyard pickleball court, this is an episode you’ll want to catch. 🎙️ Episode 83 – Pickleballers Next Door Featuring Mayci J. Neeley If you want your own court please contact Scott Winters at https://pickleballmanagement.com/.  Tell him Pickleballers Next Door sent you! Support the show Thank you to our sponsor A Sweet Sip CBD drink. Visit https://drinkasweetsip.com/ for more information.  Follow the PickleBallers Next Door at:  IG: @pickleballersnextdoor TikTok: thepickleballersnextdoor

  5. Aug 13

    Episode 82 - Stop Pickleball Injuries Before They Happen | ProAlign Chiropractic

    Send us Fan Mail Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports, but with more time on the court can come sore knees, tight backs, shoulder pain, elbow problems, and other common pickleball injuries. In Episode 82 of Pickleballers Next Door, Mike and Christana sit down with LaMarcus from ProAlign Chiropracticto talk about how pickleball players can help prevent injuries, improve mobility, recover faster, and keep their bodies performing at their best. We discuss common injuries seen in pickleball players, why proper body alignment and mobility matter, what players often do wrong before and after playing, and how chiropractic care may fit into an overall injury-prevention and recovery routine. Whether you're a recreational player, tournament competitor, weekend warrior, or someone who simply wants to keep playing pickleball for years to come, this episode is packed with practical information to help you stay healthy, move better, and stay on the court. 🎙️ Pickleballers Next Door – Episode 82 Guest: LaMarcus | ProAlign Chiropractic If you love pickleball, player stories, tips, health, training, and everything happening around the pickleball community, subscribe to Pickleballers Next Door and follow along for more episodes. Support the show Thank you to our sponsor A Sweet Sip CBD drink. Visit https://drinkasweetsip.com/ for more information.  Follow the PickleBallers Next Door at:  IG: @pickleballersnextdoor TikTok: thepickleballersnextdoor

  6. Aug 6

    Episode 81 - Stretch Everyday to Avoid Injuries. Stretch Zone

    Send us Fan Mail We sit down with  Dani Dotson & Russell Stretch Zone and why it is important to stretch on a daily basis and how much better you will feel on and off the court. We revisit episode 60, because of how important stretching is to avoid injury.    Support the show Thank you to our sponsor A Sweet Sip CBD drink. Visit https://drinkasweetsip.com/ for more information.  Follow the PickleBallers Next Door at:  IG: @pickleballersnextdoor TikTok: thepickleballersnextdoor

  7. Jul 30

    Episode 80 - The Dink Movie Review: Is It Making Fun of Pickleball Players?

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 80 of Pickleballers Next Door, Mike and Christana are joined by Raymond DeJesus, a fellow pickleball player who shares the court with Mike regularly, to review the pickleball comedy The Dink. Was the movie celebrating the pickleball community—or making fun of pickleball players and the sport’s biggest stereotypes? We break down the funniest moments, the exaggerated pickleball personalities, and the ongoing rivalry between tennis and pickleball. We also discuss why some tennis players can seem frustrated, territorial, or even a little snobby as pickleball continues taking over courts across the country. Is the tension really about court space, or are tennis players finally realizing that pickleball is here to stay? The movie’s ending may say it all: even the skeptical tennis players eventually pick up a paddle and start playing pickleball. Join us for a fun and honest conversation about The Dink, pickleball culture, tennis-versus-pickleball court battles, and why so many people are becoming addicted to America’s fastest-growing sport. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TP84bbzw76g The Dink - Trailer Support the show Thank you to our sponsor A Sweet Sip CBD drink. Visit https://drinkasweetsip.com/ for more information.  Follow the PickleBallers Next Door at:  IG: @pickleballersnextdoor TikTok: thepickleballersnextdoor

  8. Jul 23

    Episode 79 Eric Lazar Refused to stop LIVING! Surfing and Pickleball

    Send us Fan Mail Pickleballers Next Door goes deeper with Eric Lazar and his remarkable story of resilience, courage and adventure. After a life-changing injury left him in a wheel chair, Eric refused to let his circumstances define what his life could become. He continues to embrace every opportunity-surfing, go-karting, competing and discovering a true passion for pickleball. Eric shares how he adapted physically and mentally, what keeps him moving forward and why living life to its fullest remains at the center of everything he does. His story is a powerful reminder that even when life changes unexpectedly, purpose, competition and joy can still be found. This is more than a pickleball conversation. It is an inspiring look at perseverance, possibility and the determination to keep showing up. Support the show Thank you to our sponsor A Sweet Sip CBD drink. Visit https://drinkasweetsip.com/ for more information.  Follow the PickleBallers Next Door at:  IG: @pickleballersnextdoor TikTok: thepickleballersnextdoor

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Welcome to the Pickleballers Next Door podcast. Mike & Christana will be traveling around the country recording episodes at pickleball courts inside and outside,  talking to the everyday pickleball player. Find out what they love about pickleball and build a big pickleball community. 

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  • Creator
    Mike Paze and Christana Elliott
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Pickleballers Next Door
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