OpEd

Zane Ford’s appearance in mixed doubles at the PPA Challenger in Punta Gorda became a hot topic during a match in the back draw—but was it unethical as claimed or part of the pro system? We dive into the drama, the ladder system, and why PPA Challenger events matter more than people think.

I don’t play singles because I hate doubles—I play singles because I love running the show. No guesswork, no soft shots unless I feel like it, and definitely no babysitting someone else’s pop-ups. Just me, the court, and a whole lot of forehands down the line.

Pickleball is more than a trending sport—it's a global movement redefining competition, community, and opportunity. In this op-ed, Geoff Bourgeois explores why team sports build better culture than tennis, how pickleball fuses the best of both worlds, and why investors should pay close attention.