A pickleball court can be the start of something bigger—a friendship, a marriage, or a community where people feel they belong.

On this episode of Let's Chat Chandler, Birdman meets David, who shares how discovering pickleball in Cottonwood—and getting outplayed by players in their 70s—eventually led him to meet his wife and launch Pickle and Praise together.

Now working in sports ministry full time, the couple brings people together through pickleball, prayer, and conversations that continue long after the game ends. David explains how they got started, why playing together makes room for deeper connections, and their vision for bringing this community to cities across the country.

Recorded at Padeland in Chandler, Arizona, this conversation explores how a shared activity can help strangers become friends.

Listen, then join the conversation: Has a sport or shared activity helped you find your people? Share your story with Birdman Media—and consider inviting someone to join you on the court.

Explore Padeland: https://padelandaz.com/

Find upcoming Pickle and Praise events: Search "Pickle and Praise" on Instagram and check their pinned posts. https://www.instagram.com/pickleandpraise/

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Birdman talks with David of Pickle and Praise about how pickleball brought him friendship, marriage, and a calling to sports ministry. Recorded at Padeland in Chandler, this episode explores how playing together opens the door to faith, meaningful conversations, and a sense of belonging.