Epic MLP Finals + Kevin Gets Married

Alex Crum and Kevin Dong open this week’s episode of Cracked Paddles with some big personal and pickleball news—Kevin’s wedding weekend and their reactions to the Major League Pickleball Championship. They dive into the latest in paddle talk before sitting down with special guest Bryson Alexander from Midwest Sports. Bryson shares his journey with MWS, how they prioritize products and brands, what players should look for when demoing paddles, and why the new Cracked Paddles partnership is an exciting next step. He also gives a sneak peek at what’s on the horizon for Midwest Sports. To wrap things up, Kevin previews his run at the APP Chicago event, while Alex looks ahead to the Vegas Open and a packed schedule of upcoming tournaments. Check out today's episode on YouTube by clicking here. Midwest Sports If you play pickleball, you’ve gotta check out Midwest Pickleball—they’re part of Midwest Racquet Sports, a trusted name in the game for over 30 years. Whether you're just getting started or already a court regular, they’ve got one of the biggest selections of paddles, shoes, and gear from all the top brands. Need help choosing? Their team actually knows the sport and can help you find the perfect fit. Plus—fast shipping, easy returns, and a paddle demo program if you want to test before you commit. And they are offering our listeners a special offer. Use code CP15 to get 15% off your order today at midwestracquetsports.com. Gear up, game on. 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - Kevin's Wedding 08:45 - Epic MLP Finals 20:25 - Paddle Discussion 23:30 - Intro to Bryson Interview 25:45 - Bryson's Background with Midwest Sports 27:25 - Prioritizing Products and Brands 28:50 - Demoing Paddles and What to Look For 34:40 - MWS Partnership with Cracked Paddles 38:20 - What's Upcoming at Midwest Sports 39:40 - Kevin's Upcoming APP Chicago Tournament 40:45 - AC's Upcoming Vegas Open Tournament 43:35 - AC's Tournament Schedule 44:50 - Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.