Jacob P "A Family Affair"

Growing up in a family where the three most important things were good company, great food, and amazing sports, Jacob P didn’t just learn about competition—he was immersed in it. Every family gathering was an event, with one side of the family spending hours playing badminton, trash-talking each other over smashes and drops. On the other side, volleyball ruled the roost with epic serves, incredible dives, and spikes.

But the best part? These games weren’t just about winning—they were about bonding. Family members, young and old, joined in, creating memories and rivalries that would last for years. Jacob remembers teaching his younger cousins the ropes and watching them evolve from little underdogs to formidable opponents. The laughs, the teasing, the competition—it was the glue that kept the family close and healthy, year after year.

Then came the game-changer: pickleball. One fateful family gathering, Jacob’s aunt introduced the game to the crew. What started as a new activity quickly took over every family get-together. The beauty of pickleball? It leveled the playing field. Whether you were 7 or 70, it didn’t matter—the game tested skill, strategy, and practice. Suddenly, everyone from the toddlers to the grandparents was on the court, competing fiercely, with a few remarks from the "peanut gallery" thrown in for good measure.

It wasn’t long before backyard pickleball courts started popping up at nearly every family home, fueling the obsession. It was more than just a game—it became a family tradition. Ego’s were tested, friendships were made, and rivalries got even more intense. And through all of it, there were endless memories of fun, sweat, and laughs that have lasted for years.

For Jacob, pickleball is about so much more than just the competition. It’s the health benefits, the exciting moments, the challenges of getting better, and the countless memories shared with family, friends, and strangers alike. Since that first game, Jacob’s been hooked—whether it's at family gatherings, local courts, or with random players at the park, pickleball has been the constant thread that’s brought him closer to the people who matter most.

That’s why he’s passionate about Dink65—because the game has brought so much joy to his life, and he wants others to experience that too.