In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast, host Chris Beaumont sits down with one of the sport’s most exciting young talents, Camden Chaffin, a 14-year-old professional player from the United States who is already making waves on the competitive pickleball scene.

Camden shares his journey into professional pickleball, from early development and rapid progression to competing against elite players at such a young age. The conversation explores the mindset required to perform under pressure, how junior athletes are entering the pro ranks earlier than ever, and what Camden’s rise says about the future of the sport.

Chris and Camden also discuss training routines, tournament experiences, and the growing opportunities for young players within the expanding global pickleball ecosystem. Listeners will gain insight into the next generation of professional pickleball and the dedication required to succeed at the highest level.

Whether you follow junior development, professional competition, or the future stars of pickleball, this episode offers a compelling look at where the sport is heading.

Topics covered include:

• Camden Chaffin’s rise as a teenage professional pickleball player
• Training, competition, and mindset at a young age
• The pathway from junior to pro pickleball
• What the next generation means for the sport’s future

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In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast, host Chris Beaumont is joined by co-host Gordon Watson to break down the latest developments across the professional and international pickleball landscape.

The conversation begins with an in-depth look at Season Two of the World Pickleball League, assessing the action so far, standout performances, and what the early stages reveal about the league’s competitive balance and global impact. Chris and Gordon then turn their attention to the Australian Open Pickleball Slam, exploring the significance of the event within the growing international calendar and what it signals for pickleball’s continued expansion in the Asia-Pacific region.

The episode also covers major player movement, including Quang Duong’s move to Wika, and what the change could mean for sponsorship dynamics, tour competition, and the broader professional ecosystem.

Whether you follow elite competition, global tournaments, or the business side of the sport, this episode offers clear insight into where pickleball is heading next.

Topics covered include:

• World Pickleball League Season Two analysis
• Australian Open Pickleball Slam overview
• Quang Duong’s move to Wika
• Global growth of professional pickleball

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In this episode of the World Pickleball Podcast, host Chris Beaumont is joined by co-host Gordon Watson to break down a packed week of professional and international pickleball news.

The discussion opens with analysis of the first two days of the World Pickleball League (WPBL), including early performances, standout moments, and what the opening matches reveal about the direction of the league. From there, Chris and Gordon turn to growing rumours linking Sofia Sewing to a potential move to the PPA, examining what such a shift could mean for both player and tour.

The episode also covers PPA Indoors in Minnesota, with insights into the event, conditions, and its place on the professional calendar. Attention then shifts to Paddle Battle, the new Pickleball Kingdom reality TV show, where winners earn a coveted spot on the APP Tour, blending entertainment with competitive opportunity.

To close, the hosts explore the launch of TOPSERIES, a new EMEA pickleball tour, and what it signals for the sport’s rapid growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

This episode is essential listening for players, fans, and industry insiders tracking the evolving landscape of global pickleball.

Topics covered include:

• World Pickleball League opening days
• Sofia Sewing and PPA transfer rumours
• PPA Indoors Minnesota
• Paddle Battle reality TV show and APP Tour pathway
• TOPSERIES and the expansion of pickleball in EMEA

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