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Carvana has partnered with the PPA Tour and Chicken N Pickle to host the second-ever Pickleball For All Mobility Awareness Clinic on August 23rd at the Chicken N Pickle location in Overland Park, Kansas. The event’s purpose is to bring awareness to the millions of Americans who live with mobility limitations. Pickleball continues to push its boundaries to become one of the most accessible sports in the world. We’ve seen pro tournaments, such as the English Open, include wheelchair events; and there are many inspiring stories of paraplegic athletes who’ve been able to find purpose through pickleball, like Twila Adams.…

When a show becomes a cultural phenomenon like Hamilton, producers don’t necessarily need to seek out partnerships and collaborations. “The Hottest Thing Ever” “For many, many years, we actively did not seek partnerships,” said Maggie Brohn, executive producer of the Tony Award-winning musical. “And when [the show] was the hottest thing ever, we turned them down because we were just focused on: the show is the show.” However, money seems to have certainly talked as Hamilton recently announced not one, but two partnerships: one with the pickleball brand Nettie for a limited edition paddle and another with gaming company Super…

Hyundai Utah Region has forged a significant partnership with the Carvana Professional Pickleball Association, securing its position as the Official Automotive Partner of the PPA Tour in Utah.  Platinum Sponsor This collaboration means Hyundai Utah Region will also proudly stand as a platinum sponsor for the highly anticipated Vulcan Tournament of Champions. The tournament is currently captivating pickleball enthusiasts and runs until Saturday, August 19, at the Brigham City Pickleball Courts in Brigham City, UT. Expressing his enthusiasm, John Angevine, Regional General Manager of Hyundai Mountain States Region, shared, “The growing popularity of pickleball, a sport that embodies enjoyment, is…

The public tennis and pickleball courts at Stony Brook Elementary School, Brewster, MA, are fully occupied this summer. Demand Going Up And Up According to Bill Dermody, who recently addressed the bay property planning committee, the demand for pickleball is continuously increasing, and now up to 200 dues-paying members. Bill Dermody stated, ‘Pickleball demand is going up and up and up, and that’s kind of a big issue.’ Currently, players are sharing four courts for pickleball and tennis, and to accommodate both sports, two tennis courts were repainted, allowing up to 32 pickleball players to use them. As the Cape…

Lucra, the social platform that lets you play against friends on sports matchups, has sealed a pioneering agreement with DUPR, the official global rating system for pickleball players. Groundbreaking Deal Lucra’s groundbreaking deal opens the door for the 50 million pickleball players across America to engage in competitive play with real monetary incentives. Silicon UK reports that utilizing Lucra’s advanced technology, DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) is poised to elevate match experiences, enabling participants to vie for monetary prizes or viable alternatives like court time, tickets, merchandise, and more! Lucra, a pioneering force in real-money gamification solutions, has teamed up…

As several of our articles have reported recently, pickleball is not just limited to the U.S. but is becoming popular all across the globe. We have featured stories from the U.K., India, China, and now South Africa. This article features three South African regions: Durban, Johannesburg, and the small town of Memel (about 135 miles southeast of Johannesburg). Inaugural Pickleball Tournament In the heart of the beautiful coastal town of Durban, the Durban North Tennis Club (DNTC) recently made a splash by hosting its inaugural pickleball tournament. This remarkable event unfolded just half a year after the club introduced the…

The PPA Tour heads to Brigham City, Utah, for the Vulcan Tournament of Champions. This event kicks off early today, meaning that we get to see a Championship Saturday instead of the typical Sunday! Over 600 players are registered and ready to compete; however, the tour’s top pros, Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns, won’t be present. This will open doors for other top pro players to make an appearance in the finals, so we might see new faces take home the gold! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pickleball Union (@pickleball.union) Men’s Singles View this post…

A recent study conducted jointly by the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) and Pickleheads suggests that pickleball’s growth might be even more substantial than is commonly perceived. A Collaborative Effort The 2023 State of Pickleball: Participation & Infrastructure Report represents a collaborative effort between SFIA and Pickleheads. It aims to delve deeper into an extensive range of statistics that the SFIA collected during the 2022 calendar year through Sports Marketing Surveys USA (SMS). SMS is closely aligned with Pickleheads’ exclusive database of pickleball courts nationwide, and together, these sources have produced a comprehensive report that provides a more detailed…

Hyperice, a global high-performance wellness brand, has entered a significant partnership with the Carvana Professional Pickleball Association, offering top-tier solutions to athletes and enthusiasts. Global Presence Hyperice has formed a strategic partnership with the PPA Tour as its Official Recovery Technology Partner to expand its global presence in the competitive sports arena. As the sport’s popularity has grown, so have injuries, with an estimated 19,000 injuries occurring within a single year. A significant majority of those affected are individuals over 50, a demographic that constitutes nearly half of the recreational participant base. In this collaboration, athletes can now access Hyperice’s…

Chaffee County’s Peak to Peak Pickleball Club, situated in Colorado, has made a remarkable stride in the battle against Alzheimer’s disease, raising over $2,700 to support the cause. A Generous Anonymous Contribution Spearheaded by Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) Certified Instructor Jim Kochanski, the club organized a successful clinic, engaging 28 participants alongside eight dedicated Peak to Peak volunteers. The funds were gathered through clinic fees, donations, and a generous anonymous contribution. Donations to further the fight against Alzheimer’s are welcomed on the Peak to Peak Club’s website. Dedication To Growth Those inclined to contribute can select the Alzheimer’s Association as…