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PB Weekly 6/13/2025: Equipment sales up, Daytona, MLP, New Courts and more

 Paddles up, pickleball fans! This past week has been a whirlwind of thrilling competition, exciting international developments, and even some new places to play. Here are the top 5 stories that have us buzzing:

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1️⃣ MLP Daytona Beach Delivers Upsets and Drama! 🤯

The Major League Pickleball (MLP) machine rolled into Daytona Beach, and boy, did it deliver! While the Dallas Flash continued their near-unblemished record, the event was marked by a surprising number of upsets, particularly with bottom-tier teams pulling off stunning victories against higher-ranked opponents. The parity (or lack thereof, depending on who you ask!) at the top of the league was a big talking point. It just goes to show, in pickleball, anything can happen! 🍿

2️⃣ APP Tour Solidifies Global Expansion with India & England Partnerships! 🤝

The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) is making big moves on the international stage! This week, they announced a new strategic partnership with Global Sports in India and extended their highly successful partnership with Pickleball England for a fourth straight year. This means more opportunities for top APP pros to compete abroad (like at the Monsoon Pickleball Championship in India!) and further establishes the APP as a leader in global pickleball growth. The world is getting dinkier! 🌎

3️⃣ New Pickleball Facility Opening in Annandale, VA! 🏠

Great news for picklers in the Virginia area! A brand new, state-of-the-art pickleball facility called "Down the Line" had its soft opening in Annandale. This impressive venue boasts 12 championship-size courts with electronic scorekeeping, a gym, golf simulators, a restaurant, and more. With Ben Johns even slated to offer coaching at the Grand Opening, this is a huge addition to the local pickleball scene! 🥳

4️⃣ Coon Rapids, IA Explores New Court Construction! 🛠️

It's not just big cities seeing growth! The Coon Rapids City Council in Iowa is actively exploring grant funding for the construction of new pickleball courts. This local initiative highlights the grassroots demand for more places to play across the country, as communities recognize the immense popularity and benefits of the sport. Every new court is a win! 💪

5️⃣ Pickleball Equipment Market Continues to Soar! 💰

A recent market report from this week reinforces what we already know: the pickleball equipment market is booming! Driven by the sport's accessibility and ease of learning, demand for paddles, balls, nets, and apparel is surging. Technological advancements in paddle manufacturing (think carbon fiber and custom options!) are also playing a big role in this growth, offering players more choices than ever before. It's a great time to be a pickleball gearhead! 🚀

This week's news really highlights the dynamic and exciting trajectory of pickleball, from its professional leagues delivering edge-of-your-seat action to its relentless global expansion and infrastructure development. The future of the sport is looking brighter than ever!

Pickleball, MLP, APP Tour, International Growth, New Courts

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