Oct 29, 2025|

Pickleball Drama: Joe & Andre's Nasty Nelson Victory

Joe and Andre defeat Mario and Phu 11-7 at Riverside Courts, with Andre hitting Phu in a bizarre Nasty Nelson moment.

By Jerry Picklefeld
Riverside Courts

Final Score

Doubles TeamJoe & Andre
Winner
G1
11
1
Doubles TeamMario & Phu
G1
7
0

Best of 111-7

In the world of pickleball, a game where the stakes are as high as the net is low, Joe and Andre emerged victorious against Mario and Phu with a score of 11-7 at the esteemed Riverside Courts.

Here's the thing: Andre's moment of glory came with a side of drama. Serving up what could only be described as the perfect Nasty Nelson, he hit Phu squarely, sending the crowd into a mix of gasps and applause. It's like when you aim for the bullseye and hit your buddy instead. Is it success or just a hilarious accident?

One onlooker remarked, "I haven't seen such precision since my grandma found the remote hidden in the couch cushions on the first try!" Clearly, this was a day for memorable moments.

After the game, Andre was all smiles, saying, "I was just aiming for the open space, and Phu was unfortunately in it!" Meanwhile, Phu took it in stride, joking, "I thought I was part of the court for a second. Maybe next time I'll wear a brighter shirt!"

Joe, who quietly contributed to the win without any direct hits, commented, "You know, sometimes it's not about the score, it's about getting your partner to apologize over dinner later."

But what's the deal with the Nasty Nelson anyway? It seems pickleball has its own way of making everyday moments absurd. How did we get from tennis to this? A game where the ball bounces like an unpredictable puppy and players are more likely to laugh than to argue over a line call?

As the crowd dispersed, many couldn't help but chuckle at the day's events. Riverside Courts had once again proven that pickleball is the sport where anything can happen, especially when Andre's on the serve.

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