Ambassadors Page
Welcome to the GoodGame Pickleball Ambassador Program page! We are immensely proud to showcase this incredible team of ambassadors—the dedicated partners who embody our spirit and help make GoodGame Pickleball the thriving community it is today. Thank you for being the heart of our brand.
GoodGame Founders
The journey of GoodGame Pickleball began in 2024 with co-founders David Goodman and Dan Leo. We shared a profound dream and vision: to unite the pickleball community for a higher, more impactful purpose.
While successfully competing in tournaments, we realized that a greater, more common goal could be achieved. Building on the community's love for competition, they shifted their focus to awareness and philanthropy. Our commitment is to raise vital donations for specific causes, including cancer research, combating stigmas, honoring loved ones, and supporting animal shelters.
We have poured our hearts into thoughtfully designing each of these special events. Our goal is to create unforgettable experiences, featuring creative medals, custom plaques for the highest donations, custom-made shirts, and exciting raffles, all dedicated to supporting these crucial causes.
As founding members, it has been a true honor and privilege to watch our GoodGame family grow and witness the tremendous impact we have all created together. We cannot thank you enough for your dedication, and we eagerly look forward to many more future events where we can continue making a profound difference with all of you. Our family is continuing to always grow and we encourage anyone who would like to be a GoodGame ambassador to fill out the form and become apart of our family.
Remember: From first serve to last point, it's always a GoodGame.
Our Family Ambassador Page
My name is Danielle. I’m 33 years old. I live in West Sayville. I work in patient access at Mather Hospital full time. I joined GoodGame pickleball because I wanted to help grow a sport that genuinely changed my life for the better. I love how this sport brings people together. It doesn’t matter your skill or age level, anyone can jump in and feel included. This role gives me the opportunity to develop my own skills as a player while also supporting and uplifting those around me!
Synopsis-Dime migente, my name is Julio but you can call me juju , I’m a proud father of three beautiful kids (two strong boys and my beautifully strong princess)right now I’m working in a lab making sure all blood samples get to where they need to go …joined GoodGame cause honestly what they do thru their events, helping families and making their causes even more visible while playing pickleball it’s win win for everyone..if you see me on the courts say hola and give me a high five and let’s talk!
Hi I’m Arielle, mom of 2 little boys, wife and full time L&D Nurse. Pickleball has given me a community where I am able to just be me. It has been my self care, therapy, stress relief and happy place! Partnering with GoodGames let’s be a part of a close knit group of people who love playing the same game I do, and who love being apart of something greater. The fundraisers and opportunity to give and raise awareness is just one reason why I love GoodGames!
Hi I’m Lori and I’m happily married to a great guy, blessed with three amazing adult kids, and completely wrapped around the fingers of my three independently beautiful grandkids. I am a retired teacher and have always stayed active. I was first dragged—lovingly—into pickleball by my dad and his fiancé. I had zero interest… until I played. Then BOOM: instant addiction. (And honestly, if you’re going to be addicted to something, pickleball isn’t a bad choice!) What surprised me most wasn’t just how much I love the game, but how it introduced me to some great people. At this stage of life, finding a whole new circle of friends who feel like family? That’s magic. I joined David and GoodGame because his energy is contagious (in the best way), his heart for helping others is real, his tournaments are top-notch, and his creativity keeps the pickleball world fun. I’m thrilled to be part of a community that lifts each other up and plays hard—on and off the court. Now come join us and play!
Hey everyone, my name is Dan. I’ve been playing Pickleball for about two years now. I’m a father of two beautiful children. I’m a resident of West Islip. I love playing with people in the community. I’m a physical education teacher, and a coach. Not only do I use Pickleball as a way to relieve stress, I also love the strategy, techniques and skills behind the sport. One of the reasons I joined GoodGame Pickleball is because David Goodman was there when I first started playing. He’s the reason that I continued to play and continued to get better. He goes out of his way to help the Pickleball community whether it’s organizing tournaments raising awareness for organizations, setting up weekly tournament nights, or just setting up open plays. He’s always said to me. No matter how the match ends up, you meet at the net, and say “Good game”.
Hey everyone — Rup here (officially Swarup Sarkar, but everyone calls me Rup). I started my pickleball journey about a year ago, and ever since then I’ve been chasing the highest level I can reach while still enjoying the real reason we all play — the community, the fun, and the purpose behind it. And honestly… that’s exactly why GoodGame Pickleball is so much better than the rest. It’s not just tournaments — it’s passion, family, and giving back. They create events with meaning, with heart, and with a real purpose that goes beyond competition. I am truly honored to represent them and be one of their ambassadors. Proud to wear the GoodGame name and even prouder to stand behind the mission. Let’s keep supporting, showing up, and spreading the word — because this community deserves it.
My name is Sheila. I’m 31 years old. I live in West Sayville. I am a NY state licensed and registered Art Therapist at a preschool for children with disabilities. I have been playing pickleball for one year. I am excited to join Good Game pickleball because I know what it feels like to still be learning, improving, and growing in the pickleball community. I love Good Games mission to bring people together and support important causes. I want to help make a positive impact on the pickleball community, making all players feel comfortable and welcomed while playing!
My name is Gennaro Izzo. I’m 19 years old and live in Lynbrook. I work in sanitation, and I first got into pickleball during Covid when I started playing with my dad. Ever since then, I’ve been hooked. I joined GoodGame Pickleball because I wanted to be part of a community that’s truly helping the sport grow. They bring players together, support all levels, and give younger players like me a real chance to get involved, improve, and make an impact. Being part of GoodGame motivates me to keep getting better while also representing a group that stands for positivity and growth in the sport. What I love most about pickleball is the competition, the intensity, and the way it introduces you to new people and new places. This game has already taken me to courts all over, and I’m excited to keep traveling, connecting, and growing with the GoodGame family.