Marriage and family therapist Dr. Jerry “Dr. J” Brinegar is a USA Pickleball ambassador, decorated senior competitor, and passionate teacher of adaptive pickleball for veterans with spinal cord injuries. He shares how the game brings purpose, community, and joy at every age and ability, and why fair age plus skill brackets matter for true competition. From teaching adaptive athletes to competing in national tournaments at 80+, Dr. J reminds us that you are never too old to play, to grow, or t...
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Marriage and family therapist Dr. Jerry “Dr. J” Brinegar is a USA Pickleball ambassador, decorated senior competitor, and passionate teacher of adaptive pickleball for veterans with spinal cord injuries. He shares how the game brings purpose, community, and joy at every age and ability, and why fair age plus skill brackets matter for true competition. From teaching adaptive athletes to competing in national tournaments at 80+, Dr. J reminds us that you are never too old to play, to grow, or t...
E63: Raj Chikkalingaiah: Pickleball and the Power of Mental Strategy
Life Lessons from Pickleball™
38 minutes
4 months ago
E63: Raj Chikkalingaiah: Pickleball and the Power of Mental Strategy
In this enlightening episode, Raj Chikkalingaiah unpacks his remarkable journey from tennis prodigy to pickleball champion and coach, revealing mental strategies that apply far beyond the court. Whether you’re navigating life’s challenges or looking to level up your play, Raj’s message of possibility will resonate. ...
Life Lessons from Pickleball™
Marriage and family therapist Dr. Jerry “Dr. J” Brinegar is a USA Pickleball ambassador, decorated senior competitor, and passionate teacher of adaptive pickleball for veterans with spinal cord injuries. He shares how the game brings purpose, community, and joy at every age and ability, and why fair age plus skill brackets matter for true competition. From teaching adaptive athletes to competing in national tournaments at 80+, Dr. J reminds us that you are never too old to play, to grow, or t...
