“The Truth About PPA Finals, MLP & Pickleball’s Biggest Issues”

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of King of the Court, Tyler and Jimmy break down everything from the PPA Finals and San Clemente 500, including partnership rumors, controversial line-calling technology, MLP storylines, and the future of pro pickleball. Jimmy absolutely unloads on the New Jersey 5s logo, while Tyler shares behind-the-scenes stories from competing in the finals himself.We also discuss Ben Johns and ALW continuing their dominance, Kate Fahey’s big win, possible men’s doubles shakeups, Nico Acevedo’s rise, the “Partners” documentary, sponsorship money in pickleball, and why some players may already be searching for new partners. Plus, we talk Pickler Universe, upcoming MLP events, court surface issues, and some wild behind-the-scenes stories from San Clemente.If you enjoy honest conversations, pickleball drama, player insight, and all the latest pro pickleball news, make sure to subscribe and join the KOTC community.00:00 – Intro 00:49 – Jimmy Rips the New Jersey 5s Logo04:06 – Sponsors07:03 – Pickler Universe Giveaway Call11:54 – Why Pickler Universe Is the Best MLP Venue18:37 – San Clemente Parking & Venue Stories19:18 – Court Surface Problems & Dead Spots22:05 – New Line Calling Technology Discussion24:07 – How Accurate Is the AI Line Call System?27:42 – PPA Finals Points System Explained31:39 – Why the Rich Get Richer in Rankings32:24 – Men’s Singles Recap (JLG, Garnett & More)34:00 – Players Pulling Out of Events34:40 – “Partners” Documentary Reactions39:10 – Kevin Hart Roast Reactions41:35 – Mixed Doubles Recap42:33 – Ben Johns vs ALW Debate44:50 – Should PPA Randomize Mixed Partners?47:05 – Tyler’s Finals Match & Mid-Match Rule Change51:25 – Alshon’s Viral Interview Reactions53:59 – Future Partnership Shakeups56:22 – Why Some Partnerships Actually Work01:00:44 – Missing James Ignatowich in the Scene01:01:36 – Competition vs Personality in Pickleball01:02:12 – Sponsorship Money & Paddle Deals01:05:55 – Lighting Issues During Matches01:06:38 – PPA 500 Tournament RecapWebsite: https://www.tylerloong.com/ KOTC All Accesshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDiH-sjthLCovD8i79-AkWg/joinCode “KOTC” for insane discounts at: https://www.clubpickleballmastermind.com/kotc Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear: https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pagesKOTC Merch - Use “KOTC” kitchpickleball.comNEW KOTC DISCORD https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemfNEW KOTC CAMEOhttps://www.cameo.com/morekotcInstagram: Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong  Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pbKOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt  Facebook: / tyler.loong   --Support the show