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The Joy of Padel podcast combines Passion, Joy and Integrity.
The Joy of Padel podcast, hosted by Minter Dial, a padel tennis player since 1974, brought to you by PADEL1969, is an exhilarating new show that delves into the captivating stories of notable padel personalities worldwide. In its second season, you’ll be treated to exclusive anecdotes, valuable tips, and humorous moments shared by esteemed professional padel players, industry insiders, and passionate padel enthusiasts. With each season aligning with the pro tour, you can anticipate two engaging episodes per month. You’ll find Minter’s writings on padel tennis here.
Latest episodes
The beginnings of padel tennis. An original origin story with Victor and William Dial
A Life Filled with the Joy of Padel - Padel Professional, Evangelist and Developer, Nallé Grinda
Getting Good at Padel While Having Fun with Gabo Loredo, Coach at Tasty Padel, Play Hard
Spreading the Joy of Padel via The Bandeja Magazine, with Founding Editor Emma Kimber
With Passion, Skill and Competition – How Denise Höfer became the number one padel team in Germany
Writing punchy articles, physical training and the love of Padel with Xan Tafernaberry
Padel is already winning over the United States, with PPL Commissioner, coach and serial padel entrepreneur, Marcos del Pilar
Winner of the Pro Padel League in North America, Padel Player of the Year and British No. 1, Tia Norton
World Padel Tour #17 and a Rising Star of the Men's Professional Tour, Mike Yanguas
The Padel School founder, Sandy Farquharson, on developing the community and skills of padel
The Burgeoning Development of Padel, with Monitor Deloitte senior manager and Global Padel Report coauthor and former ranked player, Elena Martin Ortiz
The Joy of Padel with Patty Llaguno, Professional Padel World Number 18
The Roots of Padel with Son of the Founders, Enrique Corcuera Jr
Adaptive Padel - The Inspiring Story of Jack Binstead, founder of Team GB
Tearing up the US Padel Circuit with Number 1, Luis Estrada
Pro Padel Player, Content Creator and Social Media Influencer from Finland, Joni Luolamaa
The Remarkable Journey of Top Swedish Pro Padel Player, World Number 53, Daniel Windahl
Nikhil Mohindra: Padel's British Sensation and Padel India's New Face
The Strategic Game of Saana Saarteinen: Finland's Padel Star on the Rise
Chasing the Dream: Nico Agritelley's American Padel Adventure
The Padel Pioneer: Enrique Buenaventura's Vision of the Sport and Business
Mastering Padel: Insights from David Garcia of M3 Padel Academy
Las Vegas Padel: Scott Reddick's Adventure in Building a Premier Padel Club
Inside Padel X: Miami Nallé Grinda's Vision for the Future of Padel
Padel’s Popularity Surge: Pablo Carro Discusses the Trends and Challenges
Rafa Vega on Coaching, Competing and the Fun of Padel
The Business of Padel: Insights from Alex Inglot, host of All the Angles podcast
Roby Gattiker: Eleven-Time World Champion's Secrets to Success
Vianney Dubois on Padel: Data, Strategy, and the Future of the Sport
In this episode, Minter Dial welcome Vianney Dubois, a self-proclaimed data nerd with a background in finance, who has turned his passion for sports data into a groundbreaking project in padel. Vianney shares his journey from being an amateur player frustrated by the lack of detailed match feedback to developing Padel Intelligence, a platform that provides in-depth statistics for players and fans alike. Our discussion delves into the challenges of defining forced and unforced errors, the potential of AI and wearables in enhancing data accuracy, and the unique dynamics of padel as a sport with more players than spectators. Vianney also reveals his ambitions for Padel Intelligence, including becoming the official statistics supplier for professional padel and expanding their reach to amateur players. The episode concludes with a sneak peek into the upcoming launch of their new website, promising detailed player stats and head-to-head analyses.
The Importance of Communication: Marta Ortega's Winning Strategy
In this episode, Minter Dial sat down with Marta Ortega to explore her experiences at Roland Garros and the nuances of playing padel in varying conditions. Marta shares her awe at walking the same corridors as tennis legends and discusses the mental preparation required for unpredictable weather shifts. She emphasizes the importance of adaptability and maintaining a positive outlook. The conversation also delves into the evolution of the padel industry, highlighting the transition from the World Padel Tour to FIP and the impact of new venues. Marta reflects on the significance of trust in choosing partners and the crucial role of communication both on and off the court. Her insights offer a glimpse into the life of a professional padel player, underscoring the blend of competition and camaraderie that defines her journey.
Tom Murray, Head of Padel at the British LTA: Rising to the Challenge to Padelify Great Britain
In this episode, Minter Dial welcome Tom Murray, a key figure in the padel world, to discuss his journey from tennis to padel and his role as Head of Padel at the LTA. Tom shares his early experiences in Spain, where he transitioned from tennis to padel, and the challenges he faced in promoting the sport in the UK. The conversation delves into the cultural and strategic aspects of padel, including the importance of covered courts in England’s climate and the integration of padel into traditional tennis clubs. Tom also highlights the LTA’s efforts to develop padel coaching and youth programs, aiming to grow the sport’s popularity and prepare for its potential inclusion in the Olympics. The episode offers insights into the evolving landscape of padel and its promising future in Great Britain.
Inside the Swedish Padel Boom with Calle Åkesson
In this episode of “The Joy of Padel,” Minter Dial has a pleasure of speaking with Calle Åkesson, the General Secretary of the Swedish Padel Federation. Calle shares his personal journey from being a sports enthusiast to playing a pivotal role in the development of padel in Sweden. He talks about the sport’s rapid growth during the pandemic and the current phase of consolidation. Calle emphasizes the importance of collaboration between commercial venues and nonprofit clubs to promote padel effectively. We also discuss Sweden’s efforts to nurture top players and the unique culture of padel, which combines individual skill with teamwork. Calle’s insights provide a fascinating look into the evolving landscape of padel in Sweden and the federation’s mission to expand the sport at all levels.
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