Tennis Sucks
A pickleball podcast hosted by Travis Rettenmaier, a top 10 pro pickleball player and former top 57 ATP tennis pro, and his professional pain-in-the-ass friend, Graham D'Amico.
Travis and Graham, both owners of the major league pickleball team Florida Smash, take you behind-the-scenes of the pro pickleball circuit including the thrilling action of major league pickleball. With their unique blend of expertise and humor, they provide a look at the sport, sharing anecdotes, tips, and stories from their own experiences on and off the court.
Episodes
58 episodes
Did the trades pay off? MLP New York City Recap
Travis and Graham break down the team chemistry for MLP New York City after their first appearance with Christa Gecheva and Donald Young.
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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42:19
The future of paddle testing with UPA-A President Jason Aspes
This week we ask Jason Aspes, president of the UPA-A, his take on pickleball paddles, the state of testing, and future of the sport.
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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47:11
New serving rule coming to the PPA? Plus, the new players traded to the Smash
Will we be seeing a new serving rule come to the PPA? Travis and Graham talk through whether the serve should be a weapon in pickleball. Plus, we go behind the scenes on the trades to the Florida Smash.
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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48:07
The Worst Line Call in Pickleball
We've got to talk about how this sport is going to move forward at the professional level if we don't invest in technology at the lines.
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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46:39
Hot Mic Season in Pickleball
You just can't be too careful what you say these days... although somebody should tell that to Travis. We're back from an unfortunately long break but recapping all the stuff we've missed - did you miss us?
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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44:35
Pickleball has a line call problem
A recap of MLP and PPA Atlanta highlights one of the latest issues in pickleball, bad line calls. Travis and Graham talk through the future of the Florida Smash and we even get a brief history lesson on the "Bert".Follow us on Instagram...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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39:45
The Rise of Daescu & That Special Paddle
Live from Major League Pickleball Atlanta, we sit down with pro-player Andrei Daescu & Charles Darling, CEO of Proton Paddles. We talk about the rise of Proton, what inspired them to jump into paddle technology, and Daescu got connected wit...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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44:17
Travis and Graham's Predictions for MLP Atlanta
We may be biased but we're putting good money on the Smash taking the whole thing. Who are your top teams for premier and challenger?
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43:08
The best sh*t talkers on tour
Travis gives a rundown of the best chirpers in pickleball along with the do's and don'ts of getting spicy on the court.
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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40:11
"It literally felt like I was playing with a tennis racket"
The boys react to the new Joola Gen 3 Paddles - do you think this is a step in the right direction for paddle technology? They also recap the Houston Open and talk through the latest MLP trade.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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32:17
Travis is back on the Smash! Behind the scenes of the MLP draft.
After not drafting in premier, Travis becomes the steal of the century for the Florida Smash, making the team a force to be reckoned with this MLP season. We also look back at PPA North Carolina and talk highlights, lowlights, and upsets.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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41:18
Everyone is dropping out of MLP
With so many pros dropping out of Major League Pickleball - who is even left to draft? Travis and Graham talk through the roster of the signed (and unsigned) players ahead of this week's draft.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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37:15
Jack Sock on his Transition to Pickleball
This week we get on the phone with Jack Sock to talk about his transition into pickleball and whether he's really having the best time while out their playing. He also has some words of advice for Travis on his game.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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51:01
Cheating in Minnesota? Plus Looking Ahead at Austin PPA
We recap PPA Indoor Minnesota and talk about what it'll take for Travis to get on the podium. Plus there's a rumor that a certain paddle company won't let unsigned pros play with their paddle.
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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34:01
Mergers, Buy-Outs, & Contracts Yet to Be Signed
Major League Pickleball is back! Travis and Graham share their reactions to the merge and share some rumors of players who never signed.
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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47:04
"I feel like it took the life out of me" ft. Lea Jansen
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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44:34
We Went Inside APP Paddle Testing
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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35:11
Serving Chaos and PPA Masters Recap
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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45:26
Travis is ready to Nasty Nelson at the PPA Masters
Welcome to Tennis Sucks - Use code Rattlesnake15 to get 15% off your Rukpack at Rukpack.com. This week we recount the trouble we got in for announcing the ball deals too soon, the updates on MLP draft and format, and predictions for the PPA Mas...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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32:58
New official balls, APP rule changes, and surprising 2024 matchups. ft. Alix Troung
Get 15% off your own Rukpak using code rattlesnake15 at Rukpack.comWelcome to Tennis Sucks, a pickleball podcast by Travis Rettenmaier and Graham D’Amico. This week, we get to know APP star and MLP challenger player Alix Troung. Alix sh...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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35:06
Will pro pickleball survive?
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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36:19
"We're cleaning up PPA's mess"
Get 15% off your Ruk backpack with code Rattlesnake15: https://rukpack.com/This week, MLP players create a representation group to create more leverage at the negotiating table as they’ve been asked to sign new contracts and take pay cu...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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38:00
We're going to jail?
Welcome to Tennis Sucks, a pickleball podcast by Travis Rettenmaier and Graham D’Amico. This week, we talk player cuts from Major League Pickleball and PPA. Travis’ gives us an idea of how the players are feeling and his predictions for the fut...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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39:49
"Travis is a budget JW Johnson" - sh*t talking with Anna Bright
Welcome to Tennis Sucks, a pickleball podcast by Travis Rettenmaier and Graham D’Amico. This week, we’ve traded Travis for a much better host in the form of Anna Bright - ranked no. 2 in mixed and 3rd in women’s doubles. We chat with Anna about...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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44:35
Has MLP lost its allure? Recap of Best & Worst Performances. Plus, more paddle testing drama.
This week, we kick things off with a recap of the newest paddle testing drama including that published call between some pros and the PPA. Travis talks about the MLP losing its luster and gives the roundup of best & worst player performance...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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39:43