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Houston resident Melvin LeBlanc’s day job sees him working in the oil industry, but in his spare time, when visiting pickleball events, he transitions into the pickleball-themed mascot called “Kitchen!” A Crazy Notion Sporting shades, a cap, and sneakers, LeBlanc, an ardent pickleball enthusiast, divides his time between the sport and his profession. He is so keen that he plays six times a week and even teaches the game’s finer details. Introduced to pickleball in 2018, he swiftly embraced its culture and, three years later, he had a crazy notion to become a pickleball mascot. LeBlanc realized this particular niche…

A star-studded line-up, including Scottie Scheffler, Zach Bryan, Taylor Fritz, Bobby Bones, Kendra Scott, Micah Parsons, and Myles Garrett, has been chosen to form part of the Texas Ranchers ownership group. A Who’s Who Of Celebrities Other celebrities from the worlds of professional sports, entertainment, music, and business have also been hand-picked to promote the Texas Ranchers’ brand on a global stage. The Major League Pickleball (MLP) scene has taken an interesting turn with the Texas Ranchers, one of the eight founding teams of the MLP, introducing a new ownership group that reads like a who’s who from various sectors,…

The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) proudly announces another partnership with Lexus as the Official Vehicle of the 2023 APP Chicago Open. A Stunning Exhibition Set to unfold from August 30 to September 3, this tournament is set to be a stunning exhibition of pickleball, and teaming up with Lexus only enhances its attraction. The 2023 APP Chicago Open is set to take place at Danny Cunniff Park, situated in the picturesque suburban Highland Park on the vibrant North Shore of the Chicago metropolitan area. The venue boasts an impressive array of 26 courts, highlighted by a central Championship Court…

More than 25 partners have been tapped to activate on “Pickleball Boulevard” at the 2023 Biofreeze USA Pickleball National Championships powered by Invited and the PPA Tour. Pickleball Boulevard “Pickleball Boulevard” is set to become the entertainment focus of the sport’s biggest-ever tournament, which will undoubtedly make it the center of the pickleball universe from November 5th to 12th at the Brookhaven Country Club in Farmers Branch, just outside Dallas. The boulevard will feature an array of attractions, from beer gardens, music stages, and culinary delights to interactive games, merchandise stores, kid-friendly activities, and premium viewing platforms, offering an unmatched…

Pickleball Australia Association (PAA) and Franklin Sports have signed a three-year deal that will make Franklin’s X-40 and X-26 pickleballs the official balls of all Pickleball Australia clubs, associations, and sanctioned tournaments. At this point, we are all well aware of pickleball’s exponential growth within the United States. The recent SFIA and Pickleheads State of Pickleball report shows that the number of new players in 2022 exceeded the total player population in 2021. Pickleball continues to grow at an incredible rate in the U.S., but it’s also on the rise internationally. View this post on Instagram A post shared by…

An ex-toy store in Vernon Hills, a suburb north of Chicago in Lake County, Illinois, could be converted to an indoor pickleball facility by the end of the year. Cutting Edge-Pickleball Facility In an exciting venture, the former Toys R Us outlet is set to be reborn as a cutting-edge indoor pickleball facility by the year’s end. PickleMall Inc., spearheaded by Steve Kuhn, founder of Major League Pickleball, is propelling this transformation with plans to establish its inaugural Midwest center within the Townline Commons shopping center. Building on the success of the 24-court facility in Tempe, Arizona, we reported on…

A groundbreaking entertainment venue opens on Saturday, August 25th, 2023, at 2700 NE 82nd Avenue, Portland, Oregon. An Indoor And Outdoor Oasis Spread over an impressive 48,000 square feet, The People’s Courts offers leisure enthusiasts an indoor and outdoor oasis. Inside, a vibrant assortment of pickleball courts, bocce ball, ping pong, cornhole, a 9-hole disc golf putting course, an arcade, and two exceptional restaurants await. Stepping inside, you’ll find an arrangement reminiscent of a lively bowling alley. The main level houses entry points, two bars/restaurants, an arcade, and a pro shop. Venture down a level, and you’ll be greeted by…

The Department of Parks and Recreation in Arlington, Virginia, took steps last year to mitigate complaints of excessive pickleball noise by closing a local court at Glebe Park. Acoustic Fencing Now, residents living nearby Walter Reed Community Center will also be relieved to know the noise from the pickleball courts could be a thing of the past. A recent county press release has announced that quieter days are on the horizon, with the center installing a 10-foot high acoustic fence between Monday, August 28, and Friday, September 1, weather permitting. After months of tension and following a widely-discussed New York…

If you’re a fan of watching professional pickleball, then chances are you’ve seen a pair of two wonderfully dressed fellas hyping up the crowd with their flag-waving, cheerleading, and hilarious signs. These are The Hype Guys. Canton O’Donnell (AKA Dragon) and Erik Iverson (AKA Nighthawk) are on a mission to change what it means to watch pro pickleball by bringing more energy and excitement to the sidelines. We had a chance to chat with them about why they started The Hype Guys, some of their favorite tournament moments, and why they’re so, well, HYPED about pro pickleball! Tell me a…

Turn on the television or log onto a streaming service, and chances are there will be a reference to pickleball. It’s even getting attention in the reality show space. Now, the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. has gone from the court to the courtroom, thanks to reality TV. Louis and Anne-Marie Elliott have been together for 31 years. They met in 1992 while attending the University of Maryland after being introduced by a mutual friend. Their first date took place at a political rally off-campus. “Anne-Marie invited me, asked if I was interested in going. I was like, ‘heck, yeah,…