One More Game

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One More Game is a pickleball podcast focused on the growth, development, and future of the game — worldwide. Hosted by Kim McGuire and legendary coach Sarah Ansboury, the show cuts through the gossip and noise to dive into what truly grows pickleball: coaching, player development, and the expanding global community. From the U.S. to Europe, Southeast Asia, China, and beyond, One More Game explores how the sport is evolving across cultures and what it takes to build it the right way. Whether you’re a coach, player, or passionate fan, this podcast is designed to help you improve your game, understand the sport’s global impact, and inspire the next generation of pickleball leaders. Because every lesson, every player, and every opportunity starts with… one more game.

Episodes

  1. 3D AGO

    What Makes a Great Pickleball Coach? Sarah Ansboury on Coaching Styles, Connection & Respect

    What makes a great pickleball coach? In this episode of One More Game, Kim McGuire and Sarah Ansboury break down the real qualities that separate average instruction from truly impactful coaching—connection, communication, player awareness, and the ability to teach different personalities effectively. This conversation dives into pickleball coaching styles, working with rec players versus competitive players, finding your coaching niche, and why great coaching is about much more than just high-level skill. Kim and Sarah also unpack how coaches connect with different demographics, what players actually need from lessons, and why some coaches naturally thrive with juniors, adults, or older players. They also get into one of the most interesting parts of the episode: the role of female coaches in pickleball, the respect gap that can still show up with male players, and why a female coaching perspective can bring something completely different to player development. Along the way, there’s plenty of classic One More Game energy, stories from camps and clinics, and honest talk about the business of coaching in today’s pickleball world. If you’re a pickleball player, instructor, club owner, or someone thinking about lessons, this episode is packed with insight on coaching philosophy, pickleball improvement, and what players should really look for in a coach.   Chapters   00:00 Welcome to the Pickleball World 02:53 The Importance of Sun Protection 05:56 Coaching Dynamics in Pickleball 09:01 The Role of Coaches and Problem Solving 11:55 Building Connections in Coaching 14:58 Evolving as a Coach 18:01 Understanding Player Motivations 20:55 Niche Coaching and Demographics 24:44 Understanding Coaching Styles and Personalities 30:00 Adapting Coaching Techniques to Player Needs 34:57 The Importance of Evolving Coaching Methods 39:56 Impact of Coaching on Players' Experiences 45:06 Gender Dynamics in Coaching and Player Relationships 48:00 The Need for Adaptability in Coaching   Please Subscribe to stay up-to-date on future videos and Share for others to view! Help bring more attention to this fun sport!   Also, please give a thumbs up if you like the video. If you have any suggestions for future videos, I would love to hear about it!   You can find me on other sites as well: Website: https://sarahansbourypickleballacademy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahansbourypickleball/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/sarahansboury/

    49 min
  2. FEB 17

    Coaching the Future of Pickleball — From Youth Players to Global Growth

    In this episode of One More Game Podcast, hosts Kim McGuire and renowned coach Sarah Ansboury dive into what’s really driving the growth of pickleball — both in the United States and around the world. From international development in countries like China, Vietnam, and Italy to the critical role coaching plays at every level, this conversation goes beyond professional headlines to focus on the foundation of the sport. Sarah shares insight from her global work certifying coaches, building federations, and helping pickleball grow in emerging markets. The episode also explores youth development, the mental side of coaching young athletes, and the role parents and coaches play in creating healthy, long-term success in the sport. If you’re a pickleball coach, player, or passionate fan interested in where the game is headed — and how to grow it the right way — this episode sets the tone for what One More Game Podcast is all about. Please Subscribe to stay up-to-date on future videos and Share for others to view! Help bring more attention to this fun sport! Also, please give a thumbs up if you like the video. If you have any suggestions for future videos, I would love to hear about it! You can find me on other sites as well: Website: https://sarahansbourypickleballacademy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahansbourypickleball/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/sarahansboury/ ----------- ----------- ------------- ------------ --------------

    26 min

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One More Game is a pickleball podcast focused on the growth, development, and future of the game — worldwide. Hosted by Kim McGuire and legendary coach Sarah Ansboury, the show cuts through the gossip and noise to dive into what truly grows pickleball: coaching, player development, and the expanding global community. From the U.S. to Europe, Southeast Asia, China, and beyond, One More Game explores how the sport is evolving across cultures and what it takes to build it the right way. Whether you’re a coach, player, or passionate fan, this podcast is designed to help you improve your game, understand the sport’s global impact, and inspire the next generation of pickleball leaders. Because every lesson, every player, and every opportunity starts with… one more game.