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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