Pickleball may not have the same level of recognition as traditional racquet sports like tennis or badminton, but it is a rapidly growing sport. And for Kelly Stroble, it’s been a path to pro success.

Stroble didn’t come to pickleball in the typical way. Instead of years playing tennis or racquetball, she came from a softball background. But after being introduced to the sport by a friend, Stroble quickly fell in love with pickleball’s fast-paced, team-oriented gameplay.

Stroble’s commitment to the sport paid off in a big way. After only a few years of playing, she made it to the US Open, an event held annually in Naples, Florida that attracts the best pickleball players from around the world.

Part of what makes pickleball so appealing is the inclusive and supportive nature of its community. Stroble speaks highly of the other pro players, saying “we’re all friends at the end of the day.” And while it’s a relatively new sport, it’s one that’s growing quickly, with more and more players and fans joining the community every year.

Stroble has also been fortunate enough to have great partnerships with sponsors like Engage Pickleball and Civil E Apparel. These partnerships have helped her excel in the sport, providing her with the tools and support she needs to be a top player.

Overall, Stroble’s story is a testament to the power of dedication and hard work. Even without a traditional racquet sport background, she was able to become a pro player in a growing and competitive sport. And it’s clear that she’s not done yet – Stroble has already set her sights on even bigger accomplishments in the future.

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• Engage Pickleball: https://engagepickleball.com/
• Civil E Apparel: https://www.civileapparel.com/

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Writer-director Sudeep Kanwal’s debut feature-length directorial venture, “PRIVACY” has been selected for the official screening at the Bucheon International Film Festival (BIFAN). BIFAN, being the premium genre cinema event of Asia, is known for showcasing the best of genre cinema to the audience.

“PRIVACY” is a way to explore the complexities of a city’s different social and economic classes using the city of Mumbai as a background. The story of “PRIVACY” revolves around the lives of people belonging to different economic backgrounds. It is a social thriller that explores the theme of voyeurism, the desire to see beyond what is visible.

The cinematography of “PRIVACY” aims to capture the essence of Mumbai and the lives of its people, presenting a surreal and dreamlike visual world that showcases the stark realities of the city.

The film is a production of Dharma Productions and is co-produced by noted Indian film producer Karan Johar. “PRIVACY” is currently available for worldwide sales and distribution rights and is expected to take the world by storm.

As a debut film, “PRIVACY” has managed to create a buzz in the global film industry with its unique concept and innovative storytelling. With such an impressive debut, it would be interesting to see what Sudeep Kanwal has to offer in the future.

“PRIVACY” is a film produced by Fundamental Pictures in partnership with House of Talent Studio. The lead role is played by Rajshri Deshpande, who is known for her exceptional performance in Netflix India’s “Trial by Fire“. The rest of the cast is composed of talented Indian actors including Nishank Verma and Sandesh Kulkarni. The film is produced by Shlok Sharma and Navin Shetty, with Ranjit Gugle as the executive producer. Harshvardhan Wagdhare is the cinematographer, while Samyuktha Narendran composed the score.

Source: House of Talent Studio/ ChicArt PR 

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Steely Dan’s iconic album, Pretzel Logic, will be making a comeback on July 28th after an absence of 35 years. The album was greatly received as it marked the band’s first release to break into Billboard’s Top 10. “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number”, the band’s most successful hit, is featured on the album along with timeless classics such as “Any Major Dude Will Tell You,” “East St. Louis Toodle-Oo,” and “Barrytown.”

Pretzel Logic’s vinyl release is part of Geffen/UMe’s plan to reissue Steely Dan’s classic ABC and MCA Records catalog, returning the band’s first seven records to vinyl, most of which have not been accessible since their original release. Donald Fagen, Steely Dan’s founding member, has overseen the reissue program that commenced with the group’s debut album “Can’t Buy A Thrill” in November of 2022. most recently, 1973’s “Countdown to Ecstasy” was reissued in May 2023.

The album underwent a meticulous remastering process by Bernie Grundman, using the original analog tapes. It is now available on 180-gram black vinyl at 33 1/3 RPM. Additionally, Pretzel Logic will be released as a limited premium edition on Ultra High-Quality Vinyl (UHQR) from Analogue Productions, the audiophile in-house reissue label of Acoustic Sounds. Analogue Productions is also releasing this series of titles on Super Audio CD (SACD).

Fans can pre-order Pretzel Logic ahead of its release on July 28th, from the link provided: https://steelydan.lnk.to/PretzelLogicVinylPR. Steely Dan fans and vinyl enthusiasts can look forward to revisiting Pretzel Logic and adding the album to their classic record collection.

Source: UMe

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