https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/poachers-pickleball-podcast--6698133Join us as we break down everything that is happening in the Pro Pickleball world. 
]]>enSportsMatthew Liggetthttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8e82169631114ec4151cea1bdf441084.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/poachers-pickleball-podcast--6698133Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:13:53 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakMatthew Liggett & Spencer Rodakmatthewliggett@gmail.comNew to Pro Pickleball? Matt and Spencer are here to help!  Join us as we break down everything that is happening in the Pro Pickleball world. Join us as we break down everything that is happening in the Pro Pickleball world. 
]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exclusive-interview-with-ppa-pro-and-eleven-zero-founder-camila-zilveti-cheating-at-the-ppa-asia-hanoi-cup-review-zion-cup-afterthoughts--71169140This week, we have a very special guest, Camila Zilveti! You may know her as a PPA pro, the co-host of the Balls Deep podcast, a social media influencer, a famous world traveler, or the founder of the Paddle and Gear company Eleven Zero. https://elevenzerosports.com/Link to Spencer’s PPA Zion Cup story : https://sunnewsdaily.com/stories/articles/2026/04/03/pickleball-in-the-desert-how-st-george-became-one-of-the-sports-premier-destinations/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71169140Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:09:43 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakThis week, we have a very special guest, Camila Zilveti! You may know her as a PPA pro, the co-host of the Balls Deep podcast, a social media influencer, a famous world traveler, or the founder of the Paddle and Gear company Eleven Zero....This week, we have a very special guest, Camila Zilveti! You may know her as a PPA pro, the co-host of the Balls Deep podcast, a social media influencer, a famous world traveler, or the founder of the Paddle and Gear company Eleven Zero. https://elevenzerosports.com/Link to Spencer’s PPA Zion Cup story : https://sunnewsdaily.com/stories/articles/2026/04/03/pickleball-in-the-desert-how-st-george-became-one-of-the-sports-premier-destinations/]]>2982falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/live-greater-zion-cup-at-black-desert-review-proton-paddles-banned-ppa-asia-hanoi-cup-preview--71091344On-site review of one of the hottest weeks (literally) in pickleball this year. We discuss the Proton Paddle ban and a preview of the PPA Asia Hanoi Cup.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71091344Sat, 04 Apr 2026 01:21:35 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakOn-site review of one of the hottest weeks (literally) in pickleball this year. We discuss the Proton Paddle ban and a preview of the PPA Asia Hanoi Cup.On-site review of one of the hottest weeks (literally) in pickleball this year. We discuss the Proton Paddle ban and a preview of the PPA Asia Hanoi Cup.]]>2102falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/live-ppa-mesa-cup-review-big-h-and-anna-bright-get-revenge-plus-we-interview-maggie-remynse-founder-of-aithlete--70355644Big H and Anna Bright spoil the “double triple” hopes of ALW and Ben Johns.Review from ground zero of the Mesa Cup, the good the bad and the ugly.
Also, looking to improve your game? You NEED to check out AIthlete. 
We get the scoop from the founder, former Pro Maggie Remynse, on how to use AI to plan your personal lessons or coaching. Try the beta for free:  https://aithlete-smart-coach.lovable.app/
Reminder: Use code POACHERS for 20% off tickets to the Utah Greater Zion Cup at tixr.com (drops to 15% after March 1st) Or $20 off player registration when you use code POACHERS at PickleballTournaments.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70355644Sat, 28 Feb 2026 03:55:17 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakBig H and Anna Bright spoil the “double triple” hopes of ALW and Ben Johns.Review from ground zero of the Mesa Cup, the good the bad and the ugly. Also, looking to improve your game? You NEED to check out AIthlete.  We get the scoop from the founder,...Big H and Anna Bright spoil the “double triple” hopes of ALW and Ben Johns.Review from ground zero of the Mesa Cup, the good the bad and the ugly.
Also, looking to improve your game? You NEED to check out AIthlete. 
We get the scoop from the founder, former Pro Maggie Remynse, on how to use AI to plan your personal lessons or coaching. Try the beta for free:  https://aithlete-smart-coach.lovable.app/
Reminder: Use code POACHERS for 20% off tickets to the Utah Greater Zion Cup at tixr.com (drops to 15% after March 1st) Or $20 off player registration when you use code POACHERS at PickleballTournaments.com]]>3072falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ppa-minnesota-tips-for-ppa-pickleball-tv-julian-arnold-throws-his-paddle-into-the-crowd-other-wacky-pickleball-news--69553519Use code POACHERS for 20% off tickets to the Utah Greater Zion Cup at tixr.com (drops to 15% after March 1st) Or $20 off player registration when you use code POACHERS at PickleballTournaments.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69553519Fri, 23 Jan 2026 01:15:23 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakUse code POACHERS for 20% off tickets to the Utah Greater Zion Cup athttps://www.tixr.com/groups/ppa/events/ppa-utah-159631 (drops to 15% after March 1st) Or $20 off player registration when you use code POACHERS at...Use code POACHERS for 20% off tickets to the Utah Greater Zion Cup at tixr.com (drops to 15% after March 1st) Or $20 off player registration when you use code POACHERS at PickleballTournaments.com]]>1931falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ppa-masters-new-year-new-paddle-sponsors-dope-pickleball-between-the-rallies-kotc-all-access--69428680https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69428680Tue, 13 Jan 2026 23:12:19 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer Rodak2456false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ppa-las-vegas-cup-epic-men-s-final-matt-s-grandstand-rant-the-wimbledon-of-pickleball--68449841Amazing 2.5 Men’s gold medal match at the PPA Las Vegas Cup, Matt reviews the Darling Tennis Center Pickleball setup. (spoiler: the Grandstand was terrible) & Is the new Black Desert Resort going to be the ‘Wimbledon of Pickleball’? ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68449841Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:41:14 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakAmazing 2.5 Men’s gold medal match at the PPA Las Vegas Cup, Matt reviews the Darling Tennis Center Pickleball setup. (spoiler: the Grandstand was terrible) & Is the new Black Desert Resort going to be the ‘Wimbledon of Pickleball’?Amazing 2.5 Men’s gold medal match at the PPA Las Vegas Cup, Matt reviews the Darling Tennis Center Pickleball setup. (spoiler: the Grandstand was terrible) & Is the new Black Desert Resort going to be the ‘Wimbledon of Pickleball’? ]]>2037falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/triple-crown-in-a-rainy-ppa-virginia-beach-cup-cheating-in-pickleball-a-father-s-gambling-advice--68154599Rain, Rain, go away, or we have to play Monday! We discuss the 36th Triple Crown for Anna Leigh Waters (her race against her partner), the inaugural LifeTime Open pits PPA vs APP in singles, and a 90-day suspension for cheating at pro pickleball with a double and triple down crazy response! ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68154599Wed, 15 Oct 2025 19:33:44 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakRain, Rain, go away, or we have to play Monday! We discuss the 36th Triple Crown for Anna Leigh Waters (her race against her partner), the inaugural LifeTime Open pits PPA vs APP in singles, and a 90-day suspension for cheating at pro pickleball with...Rain, Rain, go away, or we have to play Monday! We discuss the 36th Triple Crown for Anna Leigh Waters (her race against her partner), the inaugural LifeTime Open pits PPA vs APP in singles, and a 90-day suspension for cheating at pro pickleball with a double and triple down crazy response! ]]>1911falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poachers-pickleball-ppa-wood-paddle-sacramento-ppa-asia-recap--68023344How much wood paddle would a wood paddle tournament be worth watching if the pros only wood use wood paddles? How did the Americans do at the PPA Asia & should the pros shut up and dink?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68023344Sun, 05 Oct 2025 21:16:48 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakHow much wood paddle would a wood paddle tournament be worth watching if the pros only wood use wood paddles? How did the Americans do at the PPA Asia & should the pros shut up and dink?How much wood paddle would a wood paddle tournament be worth watching if the pros only wood use wood paddles? How did the Americans do at the PPA Asia & should the pros shut up and dink?]]>1994false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poachers-pickleball-cincinnati-ppa-tour-wrap-up-is-all-about-the-number-one-oh-54--67816796
Find out when we talk PPA Cincinnati.

We literally only talk about the number one in this week's PPA Cincinnati wrap-up. If it's not related to the number one, forget it. Well, except for #54 (once)!  

Enjoy - like and share with your friends that just don't know how great Pro Pickleball is yet! 
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67816796Fri, 19 Sep 2025 14:00:08 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakWhat do One Percent, One Paddle, and One set of twins have in common with the number one Chilli/Spaghetti city??  Find out when we talk PPA Cincinnati. We literally only talk about the number one in this week's PPA Cincinnati wrap-up. If it's not...
Find out when we talk PPA Cincinnati.

We literally only talk about the number one in this week's PPA Cincinnati wrap-up. If it's not related to the number one, forget it. Well, except for #54 (once)!  

Enjoy - like and share with your friends that just don't know how great Pro Pickleball is yet! 
]]>1316falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poachers-pickleball-ppa-cincinnati-open-preview--676924516 days of pickleball this week! Quick preview Cincinnati Open with 2000 points on the line, Progressive draw format (my favorite). Like & subscribe. First time is free, tell your friends! ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67692451Tue, 09 Sep 2025 17:15:40 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer Rodak6 days of pickleball this week! Quick preview Cincinnati Open with 2000 points on the line, Progressive draw format (my favorite). Like & subscribe. First time is free, tell your friends! 6 days of pickleball this week! Quick preview Cincinnati Open with 2000 points on the line, Progressive draw format (my favorite). Like & subscribe. First time is free, tell your friends! ]]>776falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lobs-crashouts-and-upsets-oh-my-ppa-vegas-review--67648265The unthinkable happened!! - The Anna’s lost, Lobgate, Phonegate  and surprise! Roll-out courts make the ball… wait for it.. roll! ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67648265Fri, 05 Sep 2025 21:05:18 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakThe unthinkable happened!! - The Anna’s lost, Lobgate, Phonegate  and surprise! Roll-out courts make the ball… wait for it.. roll!The unthinkable happened!! - The Anna’s lost, Lobgate, Phonegate  and surprise! Roll-out courts make the ball… wait for it.. roll! ]]>1855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poachers-pickleball-1-2-3-4-5-seed-columbus-sliders-win-the-mlp-title-vegas-ppa-preview--67525607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67525607Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:00:08 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakCinderella Sliders beat the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd seeds on the way to the MLP championship. Did the refs make the right reversal on an out call? And if you can't beat em... Join them.  Fierce competitors this week, become partnerships to watch in Vegas...2262falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poachers-pickleball-the-flash-decision-that-will-live-in-infamy--67428571
Why choose the worst team possible with wide receiver Diva-like drama, that just squeaked past the worst team in the playoffs, when you can choose an extremely talented darkhorse that NOBODY wants to see? Dallas does it, and we go over the wreckage! 

Plus MLP New York final four preview and championship predictions!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67428571Tue, 19 Aug 2025 12:00:08 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakRemember that friend with a significant other and EVERYONE knows it's going to end in disaster?? Well, buckle up because we'll discuss the MLP version, courtesy of the Dallas Flash! Why choose the worst team possible with wide receiver Diva-like...
Why choose the worst team possible with wide receiver Diva-like drama, that just squeaked past the worst team in the playoffs, when you can choose an extremely talented darkhorse that NOBODY wants to see? Dallas does it, and we go over the wreckage! 

Plus MLP New York final four preview and championship predictions!]]>2192falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poachers-pickleball-ppa-bristol-mlp-playoffs--67411421https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67411421Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:22:24 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakQuick recap of PPA Bristol and MLP playoff look ahead! 1630falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poachers-pickleball-mlp-expansion-slc-recap-with-special-guest-cami-liggett--67254501
Pickleball outsiders Spencer and Matt tell you everything you need to know about the final MLP tournament in SLC and playoff preview. Special Guest Cami Liggett gives you a layman's review of her experience at the event. We discuss MLP expansion in a top-heavy league. Plus Cami has some ideas on what Big Poppa Jimmy can do when he retires! ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67254501Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:37:12 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakBeen nervous to get into Pro Pickleball? Have no fear, we are here to guide you! Pickleball outsiders Spencer and Matt tell you everything you need to know about the final MLP tournament in SLC and playoff preview. Special Guest Cami Liggett gives...
Pickleball outsiders Spencer and Matt tell you everything you need to know about the final MLP tournament in SLC and playoff preview. Special Guest Cami Liggett gives you a layman's review of her experience at the event. We discuss MLP expansion in a top-heavy league. Plus Cami has some ideas on what Big Poppa Jimmy can do when he retires! ]]>2209falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poachers-pickleball-to-scream-or-not-to-scream-mlp-dallas-recap-slc-preview--67183662

Pickleball outsiders Spencer and Matt tell you everything you need to know about MLP Dallas (greatest matches of all time?), a preview of the playoff race, and the final MLP regular season tournament in Salt Lake.   

And most importantly, what does a new pro pickleball fan think about screaming, whistles, and a coach's mutilation of a free t-shirt? 


Thanks for joining us! ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67183662Wed, 30 Jul 2025 01:04:26 +0000Matthew Liggett & Spencer RodakBeen nervous to get into Pro Pickleball? Have no fear, we are here to guide you! Pickleball outsiders Spencer and Matt tell you everything you need to know about MLP Dallas (greatest matches of all time?), a preview of the playoff race, and the...

Pickleball outsiders Spencer and Matt tell you everything you need to know about MLP Dallas (greatest matches of all time?), a preview of the playoff race, and the final MLP regular season tournament in Salt Lake.   

And most importantly, what does a new pro pickleball fan think about screaming, whistles, and a coach's mutilation of a free t-shirt? 


Thanks for joining us! ]]>2188falsefull