Mari Humberg is a professional pickleball player, coach, and content creator known for her strategic approach to the game and engaging educational content.

A former Major League Pickleball player for the New Jersey 5s and one of the few professional athletes in pickleball sponsored by Adidas, Mari has built a loyal audience through instructional videos, clinics, and online content that helps players better understand the game.

Currently ranked in the top 20 in the world in both doubles events on the PPA tour, Mari brings a unique perspective that blends professional experience with approachable, relatable teaching.

As a host of 99% Pickleball, she helps break down the pro game, industry conversations, and the strategy behind the sport while keeping the focus connected to everyday players.

Nikki Maldonado is the creator behind PickleballNikki, a platform on a mission to keep pickleball joyful.

As the bridge between beginners who just fell in love with the game and advanced players who may have forgotten why they started, Nikki doesn't teach skills. She protects the soul of the sport.

Through content that talks with people, not at them, she's building a movement to ensure joy isn't just a phase in pickleball—it's the point.

As a host of 99% Pickleball, she brings the perspective of the everyday player while helping bridge the gap between the rec community, creators, and the evolving world of pickleball.