Ball Too Well Podcast

Episode 14: Happy Birthday Taylor!! 🎉✨

This week we’re celebrating Taylor Swift’s birthday the only way we know how — by diving headfirst into all things Taylor. From the emotional rollercoaster of the new docuseries (yes, we cried) to surprise moments with Travis, creative process highlights, Florence being an actual mythical goddess, and our early thoughts on what’s coming next… we’re covering it all. We also recap our night at TaylorFest, which included plenty of Red + TTPD, unanswered “Woodvale” questions, and the realization that we now need a millennial survival kit for events (TUMS included). Plus, a quick look at upcoming pickleball events — Raleigh PPA, Golden Ring Nationals, and the Colorado Champions Cup III at the new 3rd Shot Riverpoint. It’s our last episode before the holidays, so thanks for hanging out with us, laughing with us, and being in your Taylor Era right alongside us. 💛 🎧 Listen now → https://linktr.ee/balltoowellpodcast [https://linktr.ee/balltoowellpodcast]

Episode 13: Winter Classic II Recap

We’re back from the Winter Classic II and honestly? We’re still riding the high. ❄️✨ This episode is a full recap of an unhinged, wholesome, cookie-fueled tournament weekend — from working the room and meeting so many of you (!!) to watching incredible matches whenever we could sneak away from our table. We talk: 🎉 Our favorite moments from the weekend🍪 Why Chelsea’s cookies were the REAL champions (confirmed by multiple players 😂)🏓 Winner’s Circle breakdown across every division📝 Behind-the-scenes moments that made us believe… we could totally host our own tournament someday (Girls Tournament 2026??) Then we look ahead: ✨ The Taylor Swift Showgirl Showdown✨ Taylor’s 36th birthday + Taylorfest✨ Docuseries drop✨ Raleigh PPA Challenger✨ Colorado Champions Cup III at the NEW Riverpoint 3rd Shot Pickleball If you love pickleball, friendship bracelets, bestie energy, and just the right amount of Taylor Swift references, this is your comfort-watch episode. 🎧 Listen on your favorite platform: https://linktr.ee/balltoowellpodcast [https://linktr.ee/balltoowellpodcast] 📸 Follow us on IG/TikTok @BallTooWellPodcast Whether you're Team Dink or just here for the Taylor talk — thanks for hanging out with us today. 💕

Episode 12: All You Had To Do Was Stay… in Ready Position

Episode 12 of the Ball Too Well Podcast is here, and today we’re combining two of our favorite things: pickleball strategy and Taylor Swift eras. In this episode, we break down every major pickleball shot and assign it the Taylor Swift album it perfectly matches — from Debut serves to Lover returns, Reputation third shots, and 1989 volleys. Whether you’re new to pickleball, a seasoned rec player, or a certified Swiftie, this one is for you. We also share gameplay tips, movement reminders (yes, you STILL need to get into ready position), and upcoming pickleball + Taylor community events, including the Taylor Swift Showgirl Showdown and major tournaments happening in December and early 2026. Follow us on Instagram/TikTok @BallTooWellPodcast for updates, event details, behind-the-scenes content, and more Swiftie-pickleball crossover chaos. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share with your pickle bestie! 💜

Episode 11: We're Back (and thankful)

Episode 11 is here and… where the hell have we been, loca? This week, we’re catching you up on everything: pickleball drama, Taylor Swift financial ruin (aka Swiftmas), Greece mishaps, chemo appointments, haircut mania, table events, and gearing up for the Winter Classic II. In This Week in PB, we break down the Veolia Lakeland Open—ALW domination, Roscoe Bellamy’s first PPA gold (plus some Hunter Johnson theatrics), Anna Bright vs the Kawamoto sisters, and a five-game mixed showdown that gave us life. In Taylor Talk, we enter the battlefield that is 13 Days of Swiftmas: ornaments, slippers, jammies, Eras drops, SNOWGLOBES, cardigans that weren’t cardigans, and yet another vinyl variant. Our wallets? Not well. Then in our Main Event, we fill you in on life lately. Chelsea’s Greece trip included food poisoning, getting lost, ancient ruins, Hallmark-movie pickleball, and a newfound international fan club. Leah… went to chemo, played PB, got recognized at a drill class, cut her hair at midnight, and watched Mom & Dad SLAY in a tournament. We wrap up with what we’re thankful for, upcoming events, and all the ways you can come hang out with us IRL. Whether you’re Team Dink, Team Lob, or just here for the Taylor talk — welcome back, besties. 💜

Minisode 2: Ashley's Birthday!

She’s blunt. She’s hilarious. She’s probably rolling her eyes at this description. This minisode is a love letter (with a little friendly roasting) to our coach, Ashley, who’s been the rock of our pickleball journey — and maybe the reason we’re still barely hanging on in rec play.