In Episode 8 of Pickleball Legends, we sit down with Jonathan Small — co-founder of PicklePals, long-time advocate for community sport… and yes, my dad.We talk honestly about the journey behind building PicklePals, why pickleball’s rapid growth needs better tools, and how technology can support clubs without losing the heart of the game. Jonathan shares insights from years of business, his perspective on where pickleball is heading in the UK, and how he's using his past experiences to guide the future of PicklePals.It’s a relaxed, thoughtful episode that blends pickleball, entrepreneurship, and a few personal moments you won’t hear anywhere else.🎙️ Whether you’re a club organiser, player, or just curious about the people building the sport behind the scenes, this one’s for you.

Merry Christmas! In this festive edition of Pickleball Legends, I sit down with Liz May to reflect on her charitable involvement and her love for family within the sport.As a pickleball community member and PicklePals app user, Liz shares her experiences in the sport. There’s reflection, insight, and just enough festive spirit to mark the end of the year properly.Whether you’re listening between matches or escaping Christmas chaos for half an hour, this is a relaxed, thoughtful conversation to round off the year with love for the game.Make sure you check out our sponsor - PicklePalsDownload the App on the App Store or Google Play Store today!

In this episode, I sit down with Ian Roberts, a passionate member of the Deaf pickleball community whose journey in the sport is genuinely inspiring.

Ian shares how pickleball has boosted his confidence, connected him with new friends, and given him moments he’s truly proud of. His story is a reminder of how inclusive and life-changing this sport can be.

👉 If you are Deaf or hard of hearing, remember that this episode is fully captioned on YouTube.
Just search Pickleball Legends on YouTube to watch with subtitles.

This is a powerful conversation about passion, resilience, and community — and it’s one you won’t want to miss.