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Well said, young man. Sadly, too many adults have forgotten what "playing" was like as a child.

I tell people all the time that Pickleball is going to save millions of lives, but not because of the physical activity, it's the CONNECTIVITY that is vital to human health and happiness. Our biggest Public health issues, magnified by the irrational response to covid by official policy, are

Depression/anxiety

Increased substance abuse

Increased rates of suicide

I hear more laughter on the Pickleball courts than anywhere except a comedy show or movie.

It's pretty easy to get good at Pickleball, but it's difficult to get really good. In line with the Pareto principle, the 80/20 rule, I believe that only about 20% of players will attain the skill level of 4.0 or higher. But most importantly, the lives of the other 80% will tremendously enriched.

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Could you please use your facebook page? That’s how we communicate with each other here in Australia. I’d love to share your content to our club facebook page. Cheers, Sue

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Discovery-Sharing-Community: Yes, my journey. Longer than most. Started 30 years ago at 2 new Pickleball courts at private camp ground Thousand Trails in Palm Springs, with my family and 4 wooden paddles. Fast forward to 6 years ago: after 55 years of tennis and 2 knee replacements 3 years ago, playing 4 days/week at 3 venues here in Ventura county. Love the dozens of new friends and the cardio keeps me "young"πŸ‘β€οΈπŸŒˆ

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