Pickleball Tournaments

Last week at the Punta Gorda PPA Challenger, I faced some of the toughest mental battles of my pickleball journey. From struggling with nerves in singles to finding calm and rhythm in doubles, every match taught me the value of resilience and focus. The weekend wasn’t about the wins or losses; it was about growth, grit, and learning.

This weekend’s tournament brought intense heat, challenging matches, and valuable takeaways. From a tough singles start to strong teamwork in doubles and mixed play, I faced setbacks with resilience and left more focused than ever. Looking ahead to Orlando with renewed motivation and a clear game plan.

A personal recap of the PPA Challenger tournament in Punta Gorda. From early morning matches to silver in 4.0 singles, here’s what Jeremy learned.

Cody Brick, founder of Brickwall Pickleball, joins The Palmera Pickleball Show to discuss how he's drawing national attention with his high-energy Moneyball tournaments. Learn how his unique approach is reshaping the competitive pickleball scene.

Follow my journey to the 2025 Punta Gorda PPA Challenger as I compete in 4.0 pickleball singles, doubles, and mixed with family by my side!

Team Nicaragua is set to compete at the 2025 Pickleball World Cup in Fort Lauderdale, with native Nicaraguan athletes joining the roster for the first time. Follow their journey as they prepare to represent their country on the international stage.

Get a firsthand look into the PPA Challenger pickleball tournament in Baton Rouge with a breakdown of key moments, hard-earned lessons, and doubles highlights featuring Austin Bricker. This honest and strategic recap reflects on past tournaments, the mindset going in, and what’s next in the journey to improve as a competitive pickleball player. Watch the full tournament recap now on YouTube.

A recap of Palmera Pickleball’s spring tour across the U.S., featuring PPA tournaments, travel highlights, training sessions, and venue visits.

Thirteen-year-old Abigail Bourgeois shares her experience medaling at her first PPA pickleball tournament in Cape Coral, Florida. From battling cold weather and fatigue to learning the importance of prep, hydration, and mental focus, she reflects on her competition experience.

At 15 years old, I competed in my first PPA Challenger Tournament in Columbia, SC. I didn’t come home with any medals—but I left with something even better: lessons in integrity, resilience, and what it really takes to grow as a pickleball player.

Drilling builds skill. But winning demands more than clean mechanics—it requires adaptability, problem-solving, and the ability to think under pressure. Mastery isn’t just about hitting perfect shots; it’s about training your brain to recognize patterns, quiet the inner critic, and respond instinctively when the stakes are high.