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Marcela Donatoni: A Menina do Jogo Bonito

Marcela Donatoni became the first Brazilian in history to win a Triple Crown at the Brasileirão de Pickleball — singles, doubles and mixed doubles in the same tournament. 24 golds in 2025, 15 more in 2026, a World Championship call-up, and a story that is far from over.

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My Guest: Alex Crum — Grace, Fire and the Soul of Pickleball

In the electric atmosphere of the Atlanta pickleball circuit, one player stood out — not just for his game, but for who he is off the court. Alex Crum is the kind of player that makes pickleball better just by being in it.

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Isabella Dunlap: The Storm That Came From Oklahoma

A former college tennis player who had already packed her competitive dreams away — until an unexpected phone call changed everything. The story of Isabella Dunlap and the decision that launched a professional pickleball career.

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Kyle Yates: The Architect of a Revolution

Long before sold-out arenas, national broadcasts, and multi-million-dollar investments, Kyle Yates bet on a sport that few people took seriously. More than a decade later, his name is in the Pickleball Hall of Fame — and his influence is still shaping the game.

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Lina Padegimaite's Incredible Journey: Mom, Doctor, and Professional Pickleball Champion

From a baby shower gift to professional pickleball champion. Discover how Lina Padegimaite transformed from a Lithuanian tennis standout and Doctor of Physical Therapy into a two-time MLP champion, top-ranked professional player, coach, and inspiring mother balancing family, competition, and purpose.

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Lorena Duknic: From Professional Tennis Player to Rising Star in Pickleball

From a Division 1 tennis career cut short by injury to 4th place at the APP Cayman Islands Pro Singles — Lorena Duknic's story is one of reinvention, resilience, and a sport that gave her a second chance to compete.

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Dusty Boyer: He Arrived, Dominated and Took Gold at US Open

The story behind the most dominant performance at the 2026 U.S. Open Pickleball Championships. Dusty Boyer arrived in Naples and delivered a statement performance, controlling every rally and leaving no doubt about who ruled the Pro Singles division.

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Kaitlynn Hart An Australian Athlete’s Shift from Tennis to Pro Pickleball

From tennis courts in Australia to the global pickleball stage, Kaitlynn Hart represents a new generation of international players redefining what it means to compete, travel, and grow within the sport.

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Richard Livornese Jr.: Breakthrough Week at US Open Naples

At just 23 years old, Richard Livornese Jr. delivered a breakthrough performance at the 2026 US Open Pickleball Championships, capturing gold in Men’s Pro Doubles and proving he belongs among the sport’s rising elite.