Posted on 03/23/2026 2:07:18 PM PDT by nickcarraway
One of Charlie Kirk’s key early mentors has died in a freak pickleball accident. Texas businessman Jeff Webb, described by Kirk’s Turning Point USA as a “visionary who helped shape generations of young leaders,” died Friday at the age of 76 — two weeks after suffering a serious head injury when he fell playing the popular sport, Cheer Daily reported.
The conservative author — who was also widely dubbed the father of modern cheerleading — succumbed after two weeks on life support. TPUSA posted a nearly 10-minute tribute to him Friday, calling him “a dear friend to Turning Point USA and Charlie.” “He will be greatly missed,” the group said. Webb was an early mentor to Kirk, whom he met when Kirk was just 24 — and later hailed his friend as a potential future president before his assassination last year.
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“He will be greatly missed,” the group said. Webb was an early mentor to Kirk, whom he met when Kirk was just 24 — and later hailed his friend as a potential future president before his assassination last year.
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Yes. And we should ban storm drains and ladders, after suing the manufacturers into oblivion.
Only highly trained, government certified, unionized technicians can be trusted with these technologies.
I've played all three for years, and it's pickleball, hands down. But keep on hating - it makes the courts less crowded. LoL
Talked with and orthopedic doctor and he said the sport is dangerous when older people step backward, their shoe sticks to the court and they fall backward, or sideways. Hips, shoulders, elbows, wrists and head injuries as they fall.
I fell today walking my dog when I got distracted at a new home advertisement but rolled as I fell, so only scraped my leg and hands. Just glad my dog didn’t runoff when I dropped her leash. I think anything is potentially a danger and our own mortality is a reminder to be close to God and thankful for each breath we get!
Does kind of make you wonder, doesn’t it.
you said “cornhole”, uh-huh-huh, uh-uh-huh
Per AI...
"Pickleball is a rapidly growing, low-impact sport ideal for older adults, often played by seniors to boost cardiovascular health, balance, and social connection. Key figures like 95-year-old competitive player Joyce Jones highlight its accessibility, with many participants in their 70s, 80s, and 90s, fostering a vibrant community for aging athletes."
My joints can relate.
The game is all about falling down which is not a great idea for old people.
I have been invited recently to join in a local league. I'm hesitant. That being said I may check it out.
Correct. Now we know what really happened!🙄
Don’t worry. “LOL”
And “keep on hating” — how ghetto of you. Very edgy. “LOL”
College educated? Just curious.
I'm not sure why it matters, but I have a BS and a good bit of post graduate work. Was going to go for a Phd in pharmacy as my midlife crisis, but it didn't pencil out when 2008 hit about the time I finished the prerequisites, so I stayed in IT network design. However, if it makes you feel better, I was raised in the ghetto.
I retired last year and play pickleball several times a week. If you truly think it's a "gay a$$ yuppy game" (what were you saying about something sounding ghetto?), then you obviously do not have a clue as to what you're talking about and must form your opinion based on watching weight loss commercials featuring "pickleball" players who have never played. While there are older players who enjoy the game and play at a much slower pace, pickleball is lightning fast, full of strategy, and very competitive. Perhaps you should try it so that you'll know what you're talking about next time.
It doesn't have anything to do with shoes sticking; it's just a matter of poor technique. The correct response to a lob is to pivot, run back to the ball and either hit an overhead out of the air or, if it bounces, hit a drive or a drop. For some reason, seniors will often backpedal while looking up for the ball. It's easy to get your feet tangled using that method, and it's really dangerous if they can't get an arm out to help break the fall and their head hits the court. I've seen it happen and it's pretty scary. It's an unwritten rule in pickleball that you don't lob geriatric players.
Wow! Your logic is all over the place.
Sorry, there, Sparky. Guess I touched a nerve after all that class envy came spewing out on your keyboard. What do I know? Just a rich kid from the big city, who still works for every dollar I spend. Learned the value of work and money from parents who lived during the Depression. Big Dave Ramsey fan too. So save it for someone who cares. Sorry. Just lucky I guess.
“A good bit” of post graduate work... Okay. That’s impressive. BA and Master’s in English, here. Retired after years working in publishing and finance. Currently working a retirement job helping kids with profound developmental delays. But hey, what do I know?
Also, sarcasm seems to be above your pay grade, and MAN — did I touch a nerve in you. Maybe consider a therapist if someone mocking your current sports crush sends you into such a frothing mess. You got the issues, as they say.
And as for trying the game — I’ll stick with distance cycling, swimming, and surfing.
But you keep playing with your pickle.
Save it for someone who cares? I answered YOUR question. So I guess you don't really care after all?? I'm devastated, but I'll try to piece my life back together and soldier on. Class envy? In spite of your background, reading comprehension doesn't appear to be your strong suit. You're the one who went down that road when you called my comment "ghetto". I've been in just about every income class, and I have the utmost respect for everyone who is earning their own way, regardless of what income class they inhabit. Congratulations for knowing the value of work and for earning your way, just like every other American should do. Maybe I'll put you in for a participation trophy.
“A good bit” of post graduate work... Okay. That’s impressive. BA and Master’s in English, here. Retired after years working in publishing and finance. Currently working a retirement job helping kids with profound developmental delays. But hey, what do I know?
Good for you, seriously. You seem to have impressive knowledge in some things; however, your knowledge about pickleball is zero, and that was the sum and substance of my original response before you tried to make things personal.
Also, sarcasm seems to be above your pay grade, and MAN — did I touch a nerve in you. Maybe consider a therapist if someone mocking your current sports crush sends you into such a frothing mess. You got the issues, as they say.
As for sarcasm, I enjoy it and can identify it readily. If your post was an attempt to be sarcastic, then you need a lot of practice. Frothing mess? For what, laughing at your ridiculousness? You're suffering from delusions of grandeur, Karen. You're not that important.
And as for trying the game — I’ll stick with distance cycling, swimming, and surfing.
But you keep playing with your pickle.
I will, and you keep grinding on your bicycle seat. Cheers...
You take my dislike of this game way too personally.
I am a complete stranger to you... and yet, you just lose your mind that I don’t congratulate your taste in sports.
You’re a weird little man.
Too many participation trophies for you, I guess.
You’re a weird little man.
Too many participation trophies for you, I guess.
Once again, you have delusions of grandeur. I don't seek your approval or permission and certainly don't seek your congratulations. In your initial post, you could have been classy and said that you didn't understand the popularity of racquetball and left it at that. Instead, you started this entire thing by insulting your HOA president and insinuating that he's homosexual because he apparently enjoys pickleball. Next, you call it a gay a$$ yuppy game. It's anything but that. Your ignorance is truly breathtaking.
When I pointed out that I have played all three of your preferred sports for years and personally preferred pickleball, YOU are the one who became hysterical, commented on my "ghetto" way of speaking and launched into the personal insults.
Participation trophy? How clever! I wished I had thought of that! LoL
Typical Karen. Cheers.....
Can't speak for tennis, but being a past tournament racquet ball player, the sport is dying out due to lack of interest by the younger crowd necessary to keep it alive.
All the guys I used to compete against have now turned to pickleball.
And that also includes seniors who haven't played any athletic sports in decades, if they ever did.
It's fun and easy to learn at the beginner level. Above that, it requires lots of play and a willingness to take lessons and learn strategy..........
“Can’t speak for tennis, but being a past tournament racquet ball player, “
Never played tournament but back in the 70’s my roommate and I could keep a campus challenge court as long as we wanted.
Fastest growing sport in the history of the world. Started out with seniors, now attracts people of all ages, even past tennis stars.
Tennis will eventually die the slow death of Racquetball and marbles.
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