Pickle Games Miami announced in late June that Miami is set to host the “world’s largest pickleball festival” in 2024. The festival plans to take place on 100 courts at Miami Marine Stadium.
Pickleball passion & growth over the years hasn’t just made the sport more accessible and encouraged people to pick up a paddle – it’s also inspired entrepreneurs to get involved in a new pickleball market.
In early June, pool rental startup Swimply, announced plans to offer private pickleball court rentals. Swimply has been making headlines since its inception in 2018. The company has been featured on SharkTank, Today, CNN, and more.
As pickleball has evolved, especially over the last 3-5 years, so has pickleball equipment. What used to be a simple, cheap plastic ball and wooden paddle has grown into a market with an expansive range of expensive paddles to choose from.
The three national governing bodies for pickleball in the US, Mexico, and Canada announced the creation of The Pickleball Federation of the Americas (PFA) in April.
According to the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA), National Pickleball Month was established in 2018 to promote pickleball by connecting current players and attracting new ones.
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