The Pickleball ClinicApril 24, 202500:44:31

Meet Gabe Tardio: The 19-Year-Old #5 Pro Pickleball Player in the World

Aaron got the chance to chat with Gabe Tardio, the 19-year-old phenom ranked #5 in the world — and yes, he’s just getting started. From his training secrets and pizza obsessions, to being asked to play with World No. 1 Ben Johns, to pickleball's international growth, to his very first big purchase, we covered a ton of awesome insights and stories from Gabe's journey to pro, where he is now, and where he wants to go. Hope you enjoy!

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EPISODE TRACKLIST
0:00 - Intro
01:27 - How Gabe started playing pickleball
04:30 - Young players at the top
05:40 - Vision for the future
07:39 - Workouts and training
09:25 - Gabe's love of pizza
10:12 - Pickleball in Australia
11:35 - Being asked to play with World No. 1
13:34 - Gabe's role playing with Ben Johns
14:44 - Playing the right side
19:29 - Paddle sponsor decision
20:55 - Goals in pro pickleball
25:45 - Evolving as a player
30:00 - Pro pickleball lifestyle
31:05 - First big purchase
32:18 - International Pickleball
35:07 - Unique grip
38:38 - Relying on slice
40:20 - Passion for the sport
42:30 - Tips for players
43:16 - Why Gabe loves Pickleball
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