What an electrifying week for pickleball, proving that the sport truly knows how to make a splash! From a bold move to the Big Apple to fierce competition for national championship spots, here's your rundown of the top 5 stories that had us glued to the courts:
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1️⃣ MLP New York City Delivers Holiday Thrills! 💥
Major League Pickleball's last-minute pivot to New York City for the July 4th weekend was a resounding success! The Columbus Sliders were the undisputed stars, going undefeated and sweeping their opponents. The Brooklyn Pickleball Team also showed strong form, battling their way to a great position. With critical standings points on the line as the season heats up, NYC certainly saw some fireworks on the pickleball courts! 🍎
2️⃣ APP Newport Beach Open Crowns Champions & Golden Ticket Winners! 🏆
The APP Tour brought the heat to Southern California with the Zimmer Biomet APP Newport Beach Open! This major tournament saw elite pros and hundreds of amateurs battling for hardware and crucial "Golden Tickets" – direct qualifications for the 2025 USA Pickleball National Championships. Megan Fudge, Sofia Sewing, and Jack Munro continued their dominant seasons, showcasing incredible skill and earning their spots at Nationals. ☀️
3️⃣ Jenius Bank Becomes Major UPA Sponsor! 🤝
A significant win for the sport's commercial growth! Jenius Bank has inked a deal to become the title sponsor of the United Pickleball Association's (UPA) 2025 Pickleball World Championships, and will also sponsor the PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball through the end of their 2025 seasons. This multi-faceted partnership is a clear indicator of growing corporate interest and investment in professional pickleball, providing a substantial boost to the tours and their players. 💰
4️⃣ New Pickleball Club Leases Huge Brooklyn Space! 🏙️
More courts are on the way in a major urban center! Velto Pickleball Club has signed a 10-year lease for a massive 14,000 square feet in Red Hook, Brooklyn. With plans for a $1 million buildout to create five new courts, this will be a fantastic addition to the burgeoning pickleball scene in New York City, providing much-needed dedicated space for players. Get ready to dink in the concrete jungle! 🚧
5️⃣ Dill Dinkers Expands with New Maryland Location! 🎉
The dedicated indoor pickleball facility boom continues! Dill Dinkers Pickleball celebrated the grand opening of their newest location in White Marsh, Maryland. These purpose-built facilities are crucial for allowing year-round play and fostering thriving pickleball communities, no matter the weather. It's great to see more options popping up for players nationwide! 🥳
This week has truly highlighted pickleball's explosive growth, from its ever-increasing media presence and commercial viability to the ongoing development of vital infrastructure and, of course, thrilling on-court action!
Tags: Pickleball News, MLP, APP Tour, New Courts, Sponsorship
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