Move over Kardashians – there’s a new, unexpected reality TV show hitting our screens this fall. Pickleball Paddle Battle is a pickleball-themed reality competition show hosted by American television personality Clayton Echard.
Last month, UBS analysts came out with a staggering statistic that pickleball injuries could cost Americans hundreds of millions of dollars this year.
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.
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