• Pickleball Passion: Ali and Ike Adventures Share Their Journey from Beginners to National Champions

  • 2025/03/24
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Pickleball Passion: Ali and Ike Adventures Share Their Journey from Beginners to National Champions

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  • In this episode, we're joined by Ali and Ike from Ali and Ike Adventures, certified pickleball coaches and competitors who have made a significant impact on the Cincinnati pickleball scene. From their chance meeting at Middletown Pickleball Association to Ike's national bronze medal, they share insights that will benefit players of all levels.


    Episode Highlights:

    • [00:01:30] How Ali and Ike each discovered pickleball around 2020, initially with skepticism that quickly turned to enthusiasm
    • [00:06:45] The story of how they met through the Women's Pickleball League and instantly connected as partners
    • [00:10:20] Their journey to becoming PPR-certified coaches and founding Ali and Ike Adventures
    • [00:14:40] Advice for beginners: Using the Pickle Play app, finding friendly courts, and considering lessons
    • [00:17:15] Tips for advanced players: Focus on drilling over games and understand your personal pickleball goals
    • [00:20:30] Ike's path to winning a national bronze medal in singles competition
    • [00:26:15] How pickleball creates community and competitive opportunities for all ages, including Ike's 83-year-old mother
    • [00:30:10] Cincinnati's growing pickleball scene: The Pickle Lodge, Middletown's 27 courts, and the National Pickleball League
    • [00:34:25] The mental game of pickleball: Developing quick decision-making through consistent drilling


    Connect with Ali and Ike:

    • Website: aliandikeadventures.com
    • Instagram/Facebook: @aliandikeadventures
    • Email: aliandikeadventures@gmail.com


    Resources Mentioned:

    • Pickle Play App: Essential tool for finding pickleball courts anywhere
    • Pickle Lodge: Cincinnati facility where Ali and Ike coach
    • PPR Certification: Professional Pickleball Registry coaching certification
    • National Pickleball League (NPL): Senior-focused competitive league


    Cincinnati Area Pickleball Locations:

    • Middletown Pickleball Association (MPA): 27 courts with camera system
    • JFK Park in Kettering (Dayton area): Organized court monitor system
    • Five Seasons in Dayton: Indoor tennis facility with pickleball courts

    Stay connected for upcoming clinics in Wisconsin and international pickleball adventures in Sicily!

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In this episode, we're joined by Ali and Ike from Ali and Ike Adventures, certified pickleball coaches and competitors who have made a significant impact on the Cincinnati pickleball scene. From their chance meeting at Middletown Pickleball Association to Ike's national bronze medal, they share insights that will benefit players of all levels.


Episode Highlights:

  • [00:01:30] How Ali and Ike each discovered pickleball around 2020, initially with skepticism that quickly turned to enthusiasm
  • [00:06:45] The story of how they met through the Women's Pickleball League and instantly connected as partners
  • [00:10:20] Their journey to becoming PPR-certified coaches and founding Ali and Ike Adventures
  • [00:14:40] Advice for beginners: Using the Pickle Play app, finding friendly courts, and considering lessons
  • [00:17:15] Tips for advanced players: Focus on drilling over games and understand your personal pickleball goals
  • [00:20:30] Ike's path to winning a national bronze medal in singles competition
  • [00:26:15] How pickleball creates community and competitive opportunities for all ages, including Ike's 83-year-old mother
  • [00:30:10] Cincinnati's growing pickleball scene: The Pickle Lodge, Middletown's 27 courts, and the National Pickleball League
  • [00:34:25] The mental game of pickleball: Developing quick decision-making through consistent drilling


Connect with Ali and Ike:

  • Website: aliandikeadventures.com
  • Instagram/Facebook: @aliandikeadventures
  • Email: aliandikeadventures@gmail.com


Resources Mentioned:

  • Pickle Play App: Essential tool for finding pickleball courts anywhere
  • Pickle Lodge: Cincinnati facility where Ali and Ike coach
  • PPR Certification: Professional Pickleball Registry coaching certification
  • National Pickleball League (NPL): Senior-focused competitive league


Cincinnati Area Pickleball Locations:

  • Middletown Pickleball Association (MPA): 27 courts with camera system
  • JFK Park in Kettering (Dayton area): Organized court monitor system
  • Five Seasons in Dayton: Indoor tennis facility with pickleball courts

Stay connected for upcoming clinics in Wisconsin and international pickleball adventures in Sicily!

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