Life Lessons from Pickleball

Author: Shelley Maurer and Sher Emerick

Meet Shelley and Sher, the dynamic duo, who found more than just a sport on the Pickleball court - they discovered how Pickleball was weaving its magic, creating connections, boosting confidence, and sprinkling their lives with amazing joy. Inspired by their own personal transformation and the contagious enthusiasm of their fellow players, they knew this was more than a game. Join them on their weekly podcast as they serve up engaging conversations with people from all walks of life, and all around the world reaching across the net to uncover the valuable Life Lessons from Pickleball.
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E102: Zacharie: Building Pickleball in Rwanda
Episode 102
Tuesday, 7 April, 2026

What if pickleball could change an entire community and even a country?In this inspiring episode, we welcome Zacharie, a pioneer of pickleball in Rwanda who is transforming lives through the power of sport. What began as a chance discovery during COVID quickly became a mission that led Zacharie to build one of the first pickleball courts in Rwanda and grow the game from just a handful of players to a thriving movement.Zacharie shares how pickleball is helping reduce alcohol consumption, empower women, support mental health, and bring communities together across Rwanda and East Africa. His vision is bold. He wants to see 500 courts across the country, and his impact is already being felt in schools, families, and everyday life.This episode is a powerful reminder that pickleball is more than a game. It is a tool for connection, healing, and transformation.https://pickleballrwanda.com/📘 Our book Life Lessons from Pickleball™ is now available on AmazonOrder the book here: https://a.co/d/0bHPFYveA collection of short, true stories from players around the world about community, resilience, and joy through the game of pickleball.A portion of proceeds supports Operation PaddleLift, through the Global Pickleball Federation, distributing paddles, balls and nets to underserved communities around the world.Contact us: www.lifelessonsfrompickleball@gmail.comFollow and watch:https://www.lifelessonsfrompickleballpodcast.comhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557275391316https://www.instagram.com/lifelessonsfrompickleball/https://www.youtube.com/@LifeLessonsFromPickleballPodMusic gifted to us by Ian Pedersen: @ianpedersen Thanks for listening and you can also watch us on Youtube.