July 23, 2026
Why Mary Steenburgen Said Yes to The Dink—And Why Pickleball Players Will Love It
Hollywood has finally made a pickleball movie—and it gets the sport right. After sitting down with Academy Award winner Mary Steenburgen, it became clear that The Dink isn’t just a comedy about pickleball. It’s a story about friendship, purpose, and why so many people fall in love with the game.
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Why Mary Steenburgen Said Yes to The Dink—And Why Pickleball Players Will Love It
Hollywood has finally made a pickleball movie—and it gets the sport right. After sitting down with Academy Award winner Mary Steenburgen, it became clear that The Dink isn’t just a comedy about pickleball. It’s a story about friendship, purpose, and why so many people fall in love with the game.
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