What happens when an entire family falls in love with pickleball… and never looks back?

In this episode of Kitchen Conversations, Mike sits down with the Kawamotos — a family that has become synonymous with excellence, humility, and heart in the game.

From their first swings on the court to competing at the highest levels, this is a story about how pickleball didn’t just enter their lives… it took over.

You’ll hear how it all started, how quickly they got hooked, and how that journey led them into elite competition, sponsorships, and the Canadian National Pickleball League.

But what stands out most?

It’s not just the wins.

It’s who they are.

Widely known as one of the nicest families in pickleball, the Kawamotos represent everything good about the sport — community, competition, and connection.

🔥 In this episode:
• How the Kawamoto family found pickleball and never looked back
• The moment they knew they were hooked
• Inside the Canadian National Pickleball League and what it’s really like
• The reality of playing at a high level in Canada
• The family dynamic behind competing together
• What the future of pickleball looks like from the inside

🔥 Follow and connect with everything mentioned:

👉 Kawamoto Family (CNPL / Socials)
https://www.instagram.com

👉 Canadian National Pickleball League
https://cnplpickleball.ca

👉 Ottawa Pickleball Association
https://ottawapickleballassociat...

👉 Engage Pickleball
https://engagepickleball.com

👉 Klyng Clothing
https://klyng.com

👉 Tyrol Pickleball Shoes
https://tyrolpickleball.com

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And that wraps up this episode of Kitchen Conversations.

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That’s where these stories really come to life.

You’ll also find links and show notes in the episode description.

Until next time…

more than dinks, drops and drives…

these are stories from behind the paddle.