UTR Sports has announced it will use Franklin Sports as the official ball partner for its UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series. This collaboration marks a significant step in enhancing the player experience within the newly established year-round pickleball tournament series that will be taking place across the United States in 2024.
Among these events, two are qualifiers for the prestigious 2024 USA Pickleball National Championships, which offer players an exclusive chance to pre-register.
A Top-Tier Experience
The UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series aims to deliver a top-tier experience for amateur players, going beyond mere registration with multiple guaranteed games, competitive matchups, and premium playing conditions.
Franklin X-40 pickleballs will be used in all series events, including the Golden Ticket qualifiers, ensuring consistency and quality throughout. Additionally, Franklin Sports will collaborate with UTR Sports to provide exclusive benefits to UTR Power Subscribers.
Mark Leschly, CEO and Chairman of UTR Sports emphasized Franklin Sports’ suitability in advancing the sport and enhancing player engagement: “Franklin Sports is the ideal partner for UTR Sports as we continue to innovate the sport and improve the player experience with our rating, technology solutions, and the newly launched UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series.”
“The partnership between UTR Sports and Franklin Sports will provide players at all levels with the industry’s highest-quality balls and the best possible on-court experience.”
UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series
The UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series kicks off near Atlanta in Rome, GA, on March 15-17, 2024, followed by Dallas, Texas, on April 5-7, 2024. Golden Ticket events will be held in Macon, GA, and Arvada, CO, in May and July 2024, respectively, featuring various skill and age divisions in single and double formats.
Registration for Pickleball Amateur Series events is now open.
Adam Franklin, President of Franklin Sports, echoed Leschly’s enthusiasm when he said, “Franklin Sports is thrilled to become the official ball partner of UTR Sports. Franklin Sports and UTR Sports are aligned in supporting the growth of pickleball and providing players with the opportunities to compete and succeed.
“Together, we aim to cultivate a world-class playing environment for amateurs across the U.S. and look forward to seeing Franklin pickleballs in action throughout the series.”
The Franklin X-40 balls, approved by USA Pickleball, are chosen for over 500 tournaments worldwide annually and stand as the pinnacle of quality in the sport. Renowned for durability and performance, they serve as the official balls for USA Pickleball and the US Open Pickleball Championships.
About UTR Sports
UTR Sports is dedicated to advancing tennis and pickleball through accurate ratings, innovative events, and a global community centered around level-based play. Anchored by patented ratings technology, UTR Sports offers valuable solutions for players, coaches, and organizers worldwide, meaning a better in-match experience.
About Franklin Sports
Founded in 1946 by Irving Franklin, Franklin Sports is a Massachusetts-based sporting goods brand with a diverse portfolio of over 10,000 products. With partnerships across various sports leagues and a commitment to making sports accessible and enjoyable for all ages, Franklin Sports has earned a trusted reputation as a leading sporting goods brand.
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