It's the Pickle with Mickle Interview Series: From Minnesota to Norway: Chad Flynn's Pickleball Adventures

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Summary

Chad Flynn, a pro pickleball player, joins Mickle "On the Court" and discusses his experience playing pickleball and Padel, his daily routine, and his journey in the National Pickleball League (NPL). He talks about his injury and recovery process, the different surfaces in pickleball, and the growth of the NPL. Chad also shares his thoughts on paddle technology and the rating system in pickleball. He mentions his interest in Padel and the limited availability of Padel courts in the US. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the future of pickleball and the NPL.

Chad Flynn discusses his love for pickleball, his favorite sports, and his personal interests. He shares his dream pickleball foursome and talks about playing pickleball in Norway. Chad also reveals his favorite ice cream flavor, favorite food, and go-to coffee place. He discusses his family movie night and his spirit animal. Chad ends the conversation by expressing his gratitude to Gearbox and NPL.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
06:23 Daily Routine and Injury Recovery
09:58 The National Pickleball League (NPL)
13:13 Paddle Technology and Game Strategy
15:33 The Impact of NPL on Communities
19:11 Exploring Padel
21:23 Balancing Power and Finesse in Pickleball
27:15 The Growth and Future of NPL
29:52 Conclusion
00:01 Introduction and Passion for Pickleball
35:50 Favorite Ice Cream Flavor and Food
46:11 Family Movie Nights and Spirit Animals
47:45 Gratitude and Appreciation