From crutches to court, how I staged my comeback with PickleBall.
Aloha. I am the founder of GameOn Pickleball and GameON Longevity Coaching. I believe in every person’s inherent right to exercise, socialize, and Live Life to its fullest… without injury or age-related problems.
Meet Diane DeSantis
June 2021 after my third Total Knee Replacement surgery. 5 TKA (Total Knee Replacement) surgeries in <30 mths.
After decades of a highly competitive, active lifestyle, repeated Total Knee Replacement surgeries due to infections rendered me immobile for the most part of 3 years. I was often incapable of even standing.
Housebound, loss of social interaction, loss of physical activity, and loss of JOY coupled with endless medical appointments and endless physical and emotional pain led to the relentless voice in my head: “HOW in the HELL DID I GET HERE?”
And then it hit me:
OMG:
~ This is what AGING feels like!
~ This is what not playing anything your entire life feels like!
My Story
… my MISSION became:
GameON Pickleball shall bring JOY, inclusivity and meaningful SOCIAL CONNECTION to people of all ages and backgrounds through the vibrant, community-driven sport of Pickleball.
We believe in the power of PLAY to unite, uplift and inspire, fostering friendships and fun both ON and OFF the court.
More than just a sport, GameON is a mindset. ~ A reminder that no matter where you are in life, there is always room to thrive, to be resilient, and to find JOY - in movement, in community, and in each other.
Sicily, Italy The Next Adventure
You won’t believe what I learned about:
Sicily’s Culture, People, their Priorities (not Pickleball).. and more. Come see for yourself! .
Members of PTR Italia: David Botti, Adrian Nitu, Peda Annuziato
For more information, contact Diane at: 603-591-7456
Ben Johns on Margaritaville Championship Court
Provide players with a qualified and exceptional Pickleball instruction experience.
What I Aim To Do
I found my way back to Purpose, Joy, Socializing, and Fun with resiliency, research, and training certifications through the International Coaching Foundation (ICF) + the Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR), for both Longevity Studies as well as Pickleball coaching.
I abide by PPR's stringent certification processes, as well as adhere to their Code of Ethics.