Behind the Paddle #10 - From Pro Pickleball PHENOM to Business Owner of The Picklr

Welcome to Episode 10 of the Behind the Paddle pickleball podcast! In this episode, Rob Nunnery welcomes Kyle Yates, owner of The Picklr. Kyle shares his journey from professional pickleball player to business owner, with the goal of building indoor pickleball facilities in Colorado. He shares his experiences, challenges, and surprises of running a pickleball business and the importance of community engagement through membership models. He also discusses the evolving landscape of pro pickleball, both in the U.S. and internationally, the potential for growth in amateur pickleball, the importance of structured training for young players, and the growing opportunities in pickleball around the world, especially in Asia.