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Craig Johnson

Craig Johnson

@craigwjohnson.bsky.social

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Sports Dad, Concertgoer, Pickler & Travel Advisor #sportstravel #vinylcommunity #jeeplife 🇨🇦

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · 6d

www.theglobeandmail.com/life/parenti... #youthsports

Parents, take it from this hockey dad – misbehaving from the stands is a losing game

Being too competitive from the sidelines can be obnoxious at best and damaging at worst

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Sep 3

www.bbc.com/travel/artic...

Pickleball cruises to tennis retreats: Why everyone's travelling to hit a ball

Racket sports are going global – and travellers are following. From padel in Spain to Caribbean pickleball retreats, here's why the court is the new destination.

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Aug 19

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How to Plan Your Next Pickleball Vacation | SUCCESS

Learn how you can plan your next one this summer.

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Aug 7

Excited to attend this on Saturday morning to kick off my return to Kitchener for this year’s Blues Fest. Mel Brown was such a significant influence on me, I’ll always remember those nights at #PopTheGator during my college days. 🤯 kitchener.citynews.ca/2025/08/06/m...

Kitchener joining famous Blues Trail as first Canadian stop

The statue on Queen Street South will become the 219th stop on the historic tour and the first ever in Canada.

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Jul 19

www.forbes.com/sites/toddbo...

On The Ground In Grand Rapids At The Beer City Open

Grand Rapids not only hosts the annual Beer City Open (which includes Major Leage Pickleball's exciting mid-season tournament), but boasts a rich community of players, a strong organization, and great...

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Jul 11

Having an amazing time at #MLPGrandRapids, ESPN was there too! www.youtube.com/watch?v=wR13...

No. 1 ranked women's player Anna Leigh Waters on the rise of pickleball | SportsCenter

YouTube video by ESPN

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Jul 4

Will be there! www.sportstravelmagazine.com/beer-city-op... #sportstravel

Beer City Open Pickleball Returns to Grand Rapids

The Grand Rapids Pickleball Club has announced the return of the Grand Rapids Beer City Open Pickleball Championships, July 8 through July 13 at Belknap Park. Presented by title sponsor and officia…

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Jun 26

Fun countdown... #sportstravel
youtu.be/muxpTc7ejIo?...

I Went To All 30 MLB Ballparks (Here Are My Rankings)

YouTube video by Cameron Guzzo

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Jun 21

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A new-to-us paddle sport is taking pickleball head-on

Padel sport has officially come to Overland Park and landed at La Casa del Padel in Kansas City, a faster growing version of pickleball.

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Apr 27

I'm at Prospect Meadows in Marion, IA swarmapp.com/user/1046220... #youthsports #baseballtrip

Prospect Meadows

Baseball Field in Marion, IA

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Apr 12

#nowspinning A surprise RSD pickup, so glad I grabbed this one today… Happy Record Store Day! #vinylcommunity

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Apr 10

www.barstoolsports.com/blog/3542464...

Defrauding Investors Out Of Millions Of Dollars Is So Hot In Pickleball Right Now, This Time With A Pickleball Facility In Arizona Allegedly Pulling Off A $280 Million Scam

Bruce Yeung. Getty Images.The Dink -- This week, the SEC and Department of Justice announced charges against Randy Miller, Chad Miller, and Jeffrey De Laveaga, the executives behind Legacy Cares and ....

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Apr 7

Ha, no it's not the paddle! www.anticipate.co/post/crbn-bu...

CRBN Buzz (And No, It's Not The Paddle)

The buzz whenever I get to the courts is always, "Have you tried out this new paddle yet?"

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Mar 30

Where it’s at! My favourite #sportsbiz conferences… www.anticipate.co/post/where-i...

Where It's At: My Top Conferences

After an excellent week at RacquetX, I started to think about my top three conferences that I would recommend to attend if you can...

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The Tragically Hip @thetragicallyhip.bsky.social · Mar 25

30 years ago today, we played SNL on March 25, 1995. The rest is history…

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Mar 24

Tennis anyone?
#miamiopen #racquetx 🎾🌴

Grandstand Court at the Miami Open

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Mar 23

My first day at #RacquetX in Miami, starting with a passionate debate on the #pickleballbiz 🎾🌴

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Mar 21

RacquetX! On my way... tennisgrandstand.com/2025/03/21/r...

Racquet X "Festival of Racquet Sports" Returns To Miami Beach - Tennis Grandstand

Racquet X, America’s “festival of racquet sports” has announced an all-star line-up for its eagerly-anticipated second edition March 22-24, 2025. With an anticipated 5,000 guests descending on the Mia...

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Mar 17

www.forbes.com/sites/forbes... #sportsbiz #sportstravel

Why Sports Tourism Is Winning Right Now

From action-packed trips to watch the World Cup to weekend golf getaways, high-end hotels and luxury brands are scoring big points with travelers

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Mar 16

www.anticipate.co/post/countdo... #racquetx #pickleball #sportsbiz

See You In Miami At RacquetX

I've officially committed to 3 days of learning and networking later this month in Miami! Here's a snapshot of the sessions I'm targeting...

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Mar 12

Another special video by #TimThompson... www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhiK...
#elbowsup 🇨🇦

YouTube video by Hockey Films by Tim Thompson

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Mar 4

www.anticipate.co/post/explori... #sportstravel #pickleball

Ready To Book A Pickleball Vacation?

With its growing popularity, enthusiasts are always on the lookout for the best places to play and compete.

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Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Mar 3

Back in Kingston with M, this time for a special screening of @bluerodeo.bsky.social’s new doc, that also included a Q&A with both Greg & Jim #bluerodeo #dadrock #schoolofrock #queensvisit

Blue Rodeo at the Kingston Canadian Film Festival

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Mar 2

Setting the right vibe for a nice Saturday night in...
What to spin next? 🤔 #nowplaying #vinylcommunity

The Funky 16 Corners

Craig Johnson @craigwjohnson.bsky.social · Feb 22

Something special is brewing here... @ppatour.bsky.social www.linkedin.com/pulse/ppa-to... #sportsbiz #sportstravel #pickleball

Something special is brewing here. I've had the privilege of attending three PPA Tour events over the past year.

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