Share Your Pickleball Story

Share Your Pickleball Story

Your journey matters. Whether pickleball helped you heal, get fit, connect, laugh again — or all of the above — we’d love to hear how it’s made a difference in your life. Sharing your experience with Joy Crazy® might be the encouragement someone else needs to start their journey!
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There are two types of questions in this section:
- Slider questions — quick and easy
- Prompts with boxes — write as much or as little as you like
All questions are optional and you may leave any sliders or boxes blank.

Note: Your story may be used (with permission) in future Joy Crazy® publications, speeches, or books. You’ll be able to choose whether to share anonymously or not at the end of this form.
How did you first discover pickleball?
(Did someone introduce you to the sport? Did you learn about it through social media, a course catalog, something else?)
SLIDER: Before pickleball, how fulfilled did you feel in your day-to-day life, with 1 being “not fulfilled at all” and 10 being “joyful and purpose-filled?”
What was going on in your life when you started playing?
(Feel free to share any life transitions, challenges, or goals you had at the time.)
SLIDER: How physically active did you feel before you started playing pickleball, with 1 being “not active at all” and 10 being “very active and energized?”
How has playing pickleball made a difference in your life?
(This could be physically, socially, emotionally, mentally—or all of the above! Has it seen you through some tough times, or made good times even better?)
SLIDER: After playing pickleball regularly, how physically active do you feel, with 1 being “still low energy” and 10 being “energized, strong, and active most days?”
Have you made meaningful connections through pickleball?
(Tell us about any friendships, mentors, or communities you’ve found.)
SLIDER: How connected do you feel to others now that you play pickleball, with 1 being “isolated or disconnected” and 10 being “deeply connected and supported?”
What would you say to someone who's hesitant to try pickleball?
(Your words can make a difference. Were you given advice that made a difference when you were starting out?)
SLIDER: How likely are you to recommend pickleball to someone going through a hard time, with 1 being “not at all likely” and 10 being “absolutely—pickleball changed my life?”
Do you usually come to pickleball with a spouse, partner, sibling, friend, or child? If so, how has playing together changed or deepened your relationship?
(We’d love to hear about shared laughs, new routines, unexpected bonding moments, or even friendly competition!)
SLIDER: How welcome and included do you feel in your pickleball community, with 1 being “not included” and 10 being “fully accepted and connected?”
Want to give a shoutout?
(Anyone you'd like to thank or recognize as part of your pickleball journey? Is there a particular court, organization, program, instructor, brand, pro player, media channel, etc. that has helped you better enjoy pickleball?)
SLIDER: How much joy does pickleball bring to your week, with 1 being “just a little” and 10 being “so much joy I can’t stop smiling?”
Anything else you would like to share?
(Is there a moment on the court you’ll never forget? A word that describes how you "feel" when you are playing?)
Demographic Questions

By knowing who’s part of our pickleball family — across ages, experiences, and life challenges — we can offer better programs, create more meaningful connections, and celebrate the diversity that makes this community special.

Totally optional, but deeply appreciated!
What is your age range? (Choose one)

Under 3030-3940-4950-5960-6970-7980+
How often do you currently play pickleball? (Select one option that best fits your *usual* routine.)

Daily or almost every dayA few times a weekAbout once a weekA few times a monthOccasionally (less than once a month)Just getting started / haven’t played yet
What is your gender? (You may choose more than one)

WomanManNonbinary / GenderqueerAgenderPrefer not to say
Do you live with any chronic conditions or life challenges? (Choose any or all that apply)

ADHD or neurodivergentAnxiety or depressionAsthmaAutoimmune conditionCancer survivorCaregiver (full- or part-time)Chronic painCognitive or memory challengesHard of hearing, hearing impairmentHeart conditionGrief/lossLong COVIDMobility issue or injury recoverySpeaking impairmentVision impairmentPrefer not to sayOther
Have you taken a class from pickleball instructor, Shannon Diffenderffer, M.Ed.? (Choose all that apply)

Yes, a Joy Crazy® pickleball classYes, a PCC Community Ed pickleball classNo, I have not participated in one of Shannon's classesPrefer not to say
How long have you been playing pickleball? (Choose one)

Just started (less than 3 months)3-12 months1-2 years3-5 years6+ years
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Again, thank you for taking the time to complete this form. Not only will this help Joy Crazy® in our outreach efforts, but it will hopefully inspire others to give pickleball a try.

Please read the disclaimer below:
STORY USE & PERMISSION NOTICE (Required): By submitting your story, you agree that your words may be used (with or without edits) in future Joy Crazy® materials, including speeches, social media, printed publications, websites, or books. Your story may be shared anonymously or with your first name only, depending on the option you select below. We’ll always do our best to honor the spirit of your message and share it with care and respect. If at any time you would like to withdraw your story from use, just contact us via JoyCrazy.com.*

Yes, I give permission for my story to be shared publicly, using my first name only.Yes, but please keep my story anonymous.No, I prefer to keep my story private, it's for your eyes only.
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