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Exciting to see padel "booming" as the Daily Mail writes it... I believe there are three things that are needed in priority to push padel forward in the UK: (1) more courts and specifically more that are INDOOR (2) a robust junior programme (ping LTA) -- including into schools (3) attracting good quality coaches who REALLY know the game After that, we need to cultivate and support the talent that is able to compete at the highest levels.

Here's a question for you: what and where is the most 𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦 #padel club in the U.S.? Is it one of the several Padel Haus locations in Brooklyn? Or maybe Sensa Padel's sleek new home in Nashville? Or the soon-to-open Ballers club -- which is located in a former power plant just outside Philly? Or perhaps it's one of the ultra-lux offerings from Reserve or Brisas.us in New York or Florida? Or Whitney Kraft's one-court club at the Brook Bound Inn in Vermont? Or even a club with a stunning views in the SF area like Park Padel or Bay Padel? For my money it might just be the The Heights Racquet & Social Club in Minnesota (which earlier this year was actually featured on an episode of Good Morning America that explored the exploding popularity of padel here in the U.S.). For one thing, as I discussed with their GM and fellow #squash player and enthusiast, Sheldon Vaz, to my knowledge, The Heights is currently the only publicly accessible #racketclub in the entire world that features padel, #pickleball, and BOTH singles and doubles squash courts. But to get a real sense of everything that makes The Heights so unique -- and the epitome of what I believe padel communities and clubs in the U.S. should look like -- I'd urge you to read through our just-released feature article below👇 If you find it enjoyable, I'd further ask that you please ♻ to help spread the word. 🇺🇸 🎾 🚀 (And if you'd like to get U.S. padel news and commentary like this delivered directly to your inbox, you can sign up for our free "State of the Game" newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/em9GE9KU) Alina Boyce Twin Cities Business Allison Kaplan Adam Bews Joe Gross PADEL-LUX United States Padel Association (USPA) US Squash Commodore Squash Club Bill Ullman Galen Le Cheminant Porter Drake Oliver Morgan Mike Dale

A progress of Padel Question: There are a lot of smart and informed people in US Padel business now. My question to you is this. What percentage of the Padel courts being built in the US are either for private clubs or private residences? Any new Padel court being built in the US is a positive, but if they are private, it’s not really helping to grow the sport, is it? At least not as much as membership clubs that are also open to the public. This is one of the reasons I love what Taktika Padel is doing in California. Ryan Redondo and Gabriel Perez Krieb are businessmen, but they also have a mission to make Padel accessible to as many people as possible. A lot of clubs in Florida are also accessible. I had little trouble finding opportunities last summer when I was in South Florida for a week. Here in Philly this is not the case. We will soon have more than 20 padel courts, but all but three of them will be at private clubs. Padelphia at AFC Fitness in Bala Cynwd is the only place the public can play. For now at least. Please offer any insights or observations you might have on the subject. #padel #racquetsports Julian Wortelboer Padel Coaches Association Padel Coaches Registry Marcos Del Pilar - 𝗣𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗟 𝗨𝗦𝗔 The Sports Haus AFC Fitness The Padel State Northeast Padel Eric Loftus Andrew Petcash PADEL-LUX The United States Padel Association (USPA)

Thanks to Austin Edwards and the The Padel State for writing a story about the promising future of padel in the Greater Boston Area! Check it out below

Is Padel set to be the next Golf? Padel is exploding in popularity and has all the makings to be the next go-to sport, just like golf did in the 90s. But why? 🥎 With so much time spent on social media, people are craving for experiences offline. Padel being a 2v2 game, gives players a chance to meet new people in real life, and break away from social media induced isolation. So, the glass enclosure serves a chance to play padel, network and socialize, and stay fit while having fun. Just ask the folks who met at our Bumble Inc. singles mixer. 🥂 🥎 The new generation has a significantly shorter attention span. Padel being a fast paced sport gives players the opportunity to achieve more than fitness in a much quicker and more accessible window of time. 🥎 Unlike golf, the setup cost of padel is a fraction. For this reason, padel courts are also increasing in corporate setups, housing complexes, and schools. Just as golf captured hearts in the 90s, padel is set to do the same for today’s and future generations. So, what are you waiting for? Multiple brands and companies have already begun partnering with us. Join the padel movement and bring the ultimate networking, community, and adrenaline-filled experience to any space with our premium padel courts.

Padel's popularity is surging in the US, with key states and dedicated entities driving this exciting sport's growth. Our latest blog explores the vibrant padel scene, highlighting flourishing clubs, impressive growth statistics, and the influential forces behind the movement. Discover why padel is capturing hearts across America. #Padel #USPadel #SportsGrowth #IndustryInsights https://loom.ly/T82nK-0

The global expansion of padel - in a country famed for one of the oldest civilizations in the world. All eyes on Egypt - which is truly a case of 'new world meeting old world'. The north African nation has firmly established itself on the world scene and domestically it is a great example to those 'new world' nations that are on their journey such as the UK, Ireland, Germany, the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, the Arabian Gulf and southern African states like South Africa, Botswana and Namibia. Data compiled by International Padel Federation notes that Egypt is home to more than 40 per cent of the continent’s clubs (more than 190) and padel courts (almost 500) - with the Egypt Padel Federation only founded in 2018. The United States Padel Association (USPA) LTA Marcos Del Pilar - 𝗣𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗟 𝗨𝗦𝗔 Matthew Stanforth Tom Murray Mark White Padel Tennis Ireland Ltd Padel Association of Canada Deutscher Padel Verband Padel Australia Padel New Zealand Indian Padel Federation Padel Malaysia Philippine Padel Association Saudi Padel Committee Padel Qatar Premier Padel #padel #padelrevolution https://lnkd.in/e6nTaxuR

Think you know everything about padel? Here are some fascinating facts about our loved sport!🎾 🔙 Padel's origins:   Though many people associate padel with Spain, where it's immensely popular, its roots lie in Mexico. Enrique Corcuera invented the sport in 1969 by modifying his squash court, giving birth to this unique hybrid of tennis and squash. 📈 Rapid global growth:  From its humble beginnings, padel is now one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, boasting over 10 million players globally. The sport has expanded beyond its traditional markets in Spain and Argentina, reaching countries like Sweden, Italy, and even the Middle East. 👨👩👧👧 Appealing to all ages and skill levels:   One of the key reasons for padel’s popularity is its accessibility. Its simpler rules and smaller court size make it easier for players of all ages and skill levels to pick up and enjoy. This has helped build a diverse, inclusive global padel community. 📐 Unique court characteristics:   Padel courts are smaller than tennis courts and enclosed with walls that allow the ball to be played off them, much like squash. This distinctive feature encourages creative gameplay and long rallies, adding to the sport’s appeal. 💡 Innovative courts by Padel Courts Deluxe:   We’re proud to have played a role in this growth, offering innovative court designs tailored for players of all levels. We offer standard, panoramic, and super-panoramic padel courts.  These facts showcase padel's dynamic history and promising future. We at Padel Courts Deluxe are honored to be a part of this incredible journey. Don't forget to check out our page to see how our innovative courts can elevate your game to the next level. 🌐 www.padelcourtsdeluxe.com 📩 [email protected] . . . #padelcommunity #padel2024 #sportsinnovation

Let's face it... so much big, important U.S. #padel news is now breaking so often that it's probably incredibly hard for you to keep up with it all (not to mention, for me to try to write about it all!). So, starting today we're going to try out a new feature I'm tentatively calling "ICYMI Monday" that breaks down the big -- and widely reported -- U.S. #padelnews stories you've might have missed from the previous week into bite-sized portions along with links to from other reputable sources if you'd like to learn more. That way I can focus on somewhat lesser-known -- but equally interesting and important -- stories and updates most others aren't covering. In this week's inaugural installment: 🎾 Details on the enormous Wilson Sporting Goods Co.-sponsored Swing Racquet + Paddle club (Play at Swing) that just broke ground in #Raleigh, NC -- and will include an incredible 15 padel courts along with 28 #tennis courts and 25 #pickleball courts... 🎾 A full schedule for this week's Pro Padel League Event 3 -- which is currently underway in #SanDiego at Taktika Padel (and is actually airing live on Tennis Channel's T2 network in the U.S.)... 🎾 Rosters from the United States Padel Association (USPA) for both the Men's and Women's US National Teams that will be competing in the International Padel Federation World Padel Championship North American Qualifiers in Mexico next month... So, please be sure to check it out👇, let us know what you think of the new concept, and ♻ to help spread the word. 🇺🇸 🎾 🚀 (P.S. -- Want to get U.S. padel news and commentary like this delivered directly to your inbox? You can sign up for our free "State of the Game" newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/em9GE9KU) ELEMENT M Agency Natalie Mikolich San Diego Stingrays Luis Fernando Ramirez Aristeguieta

Why are Padel Events and Tournaments essential ⁉️ As Padel’s growth settles in the future, it is crucial that there will be regular tournaments/events for players of all abilities in order to keep the community engaged 🔑 Why? 🫱🏻🫲🏼 They enable collaboration between brands/people that may not happen otherwise. At Golden Point Padel UK, I have been lucky to work closely with a wide range of brands such as Padel Corner, Pizzarova and Lost and Grounded Brewers Ltd! 👨👩👧👦 Events give players something to work towards/look forward to as they can visit a new centre, meet new players and show off their Padel! Competitive Events will motivate players to constantly improve their game whereas Social Events provide players with a fun (yet structured) way of playing. Pepita Stonor is a prime example of how events have helped build a community at Empower Padel 👏 Challenges? 🤔 🗓️ One thing Ben Harris and I have noticed is the challenge of trying to find events or information on events, so The Padel Directory have built a one of a kind event calendar that will cover all bases from social events through to professional level tournaments such as the Hexagon Cup! For me, I hope that venues (that do not already) begin to recognise the importance of external tournament providers where the maximum effort can be put into running a well structured, successful day for everyone involved! Interested to hear thoughts on where you see the future of events in Padel going 👀 Padel London Tamer Michael Javier Serrats González Nick Baker Neil Percival Barnaby Stephenson Toby Long #padel #ukpadel #sport #sportevents