28: The Golden Boy of Pickleball | Scott Golden

In this episode, Coach Tommy goes virtual with none other than the legendary Scott Golden—a.k.a. The Golden Boy. From his roots in sports to becoming a true pickleball OG, Scott shares how pickleball changed his life after a tough season, launching him into a world of pro play, big sponsorships (hello, Golden Axe paddle), PPA commentary, and now full-time coaching with LevelUp Pickleball Camps.   They cover: 🔥 Scott’s 9-year pickleball journey 🏆 His pro career, sponsorships & the rise of the Golden Axe paddle 🧠 The mindset behind elite coaching and traveling 50+ camps a year 👦 The explosion of youth pickleball—where it’s headed, and how you can be part of it 🏫 The future of pickleball in high school, college & the Olympics 💬 Real talk about accessibility, diversity, and what makes pickleball special   If you're a parent, player, coach, or just love hearing about the heart of this sport, this is a must-listen.   👇 Drop a comment if you want to see a Smashing Plastic Youth Club or have thoughts on youth court access! 🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with your pickle crew!   Follow Scott: LevelUp Camps: https://www.leveluppickleballcamps.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/golden_boy_pickleball FB: https://www.facebook.com/scott.a.golden.7   Follow Smashing Plastic: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmashingPlastic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smashingthyplastic