The STL Bucket List Show

St. Louis Shock Pickleball - Building a Sports Legacy in St. Louis

Episode 176

This week on The STL Bucket List Show, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Andrew Haines, the Chief Operating Officer of St. Louis Shock Pickleball, the city’s brand-new professional pickleball team making waves both locally and nationally.

In this episode, Andrew shares how pickleball has exploded across St. Louis, what it takes to launch a pro sports team in this fast-growing space, and what fans can expect from their first major event happening July 17–20 at Chaifetz Arena. Whether you're a longtime player or just hearing about pickleball for the first time, this conversation dives into the excitement, community, and strategy behind building something big in STL.

🎾 Get tickets and info: stlshock.com
📍 Event Dates: July 17–20, 2025
📍 Location: Chaifetz Arena, St. Louis, MO

Tap in to hear how the St. Louis Shock is putting our city on the national pickleball map.

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