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Episode 3: Country Spotlight – Pickleball in Southern Europe 🇮🇹🇪🇸🇵🇹🇫🇷

2025-06-09
30 min

About This Episode

ABOUT THIS EPISODE //

In this third episode of Pickleball Passport, we launch our first COUNTRIES SPOTLIGHT SPECIAL.

We take you to the courts, coastlines, and clubs of Italy, Spain, Portugal, and France – with insights directly from the players, coaches, and community voices shaping the sport.

What you'll hear in Episode 3:

  • How Pickleball is organized in these four Southern European countries
  • The hottest hotspots to play – from courts near the beach to wine-country clubs
  • New competitive formats for pro players – and where to find them
  • Culture, challenges & what makes each country unique

Voices from the Player's Lounge:

  • Eleana R. (Italy) – @eleanarod_pb
  • Pep C. (Spain) – @pepcanyadell
  • Kelly M. (Portugal) – @pickleballalgarveportugal
  • Cyril D. (France) – @cyrildirandpickleball

Sponsor Shout-Out

This episode is sponsor-free – for now.
We're building the first-ever podcast platform dedicated to Pickleball in Europe. If your brand wants to connect with the most passionate, fast-growing Pickleball audience, get in touch at podcast@raqt.com or DM us on Instagram @raqtfamily.

Tell us your story!

We'd love to hear your thoughts! Tell us, in which country in the south of Europe would YOU love to play?

Comment on our Instagram post or use the hashtag #PickleballPassport to share your thoughts.