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Pickle4 Announces Professional Showcase Exhibition and Ultimate Fan Access for Upcoming Inaugural Ballpark Series™

The Ballpark Series at Fenway and Oracle Park features the only professional pickleball events in Boston and San Francisco in 2023

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NAPLES, Fla. /PRNewswire/ — Pickle4America™ (Pickle4™), a rapidly emerging organization dedicated to building the best ecosystem in the sport of pickleball through iconic events and a robust digital community, today announced an enhanced fan and player experience for its inaugural 2023 Ballpark Series, including the Professional Showcase Exhibition.

The Ballpark Series at Fenway and Oracle Park are the only pro pickleball events in Boston and San Francisco in 2023

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Professional Showcase Exhibition

The Professional Showcase Exhibition will feature incredible matches in singles and doubles with top-ranked professional players in Boston and a top-world-ranked all-women exhibition in San Francisco. The action will take place in two sessions at each event – including Friday night under the ballpark lights and early Sunday afternoon – and is open to fans and spectators at Fenway (purchase tickets here) and Oracle Park (purchase tickets here). Players renting courts who are already on-site can attend the Professional Showcase Exhibition for free.

  • Fenway in Boston: The first event in the inaugural Ballpark Series will also be the only time fans in Boston can watch professional pickleball players at an event in 2023. Highlighting the July 14 and July 16 women’s lineup are the reigning 2023 US Open Pickleball Championships (“US Open”) Women’s Doubles champions, Simone Jardim and Parris Todd, top-ranked player from the Professional Pickleball Association (“PPA”) Tour, Jorja Johnson and Association of Pickleball Players (“APP”) tour member Milan Rane.

    On the men’s side, top-ranked PPA Tour player, JW Johnson, is joined by Andrei Daescu, reigning 2023 US Open Men’s Doubles champion, Hunter Johnson, reigning 2023 US Open Men’s Singles champion and Rob Nunnery currently on the APP Tour.

    All of their matches will play under the backdrop of the famed Green Monster. Tickets for all days including the Friday and Sunday Pro Showcase Exhibitions at Fenway may now be purchased here.
  • Oracle Park in San Francisco: The following weekend, the Pickle4 Ballpark Series delivers the only time fans in San Francisco can watch professional pickleball players in an event in 2023. The Pro Showcase Exhibition features an incredible all-women’s lineup headlined by number one ranked women’s player in the world, Anna Leigh Waters (member of PPA), and joined by top-ranked PPA Tour competitors Anna Bright, Lea Jansen and Meghan Dizon. Simone Jardim and Parris Todd, reigning 2023 US Open Women’s Doubles champions, also join at Oracle Park in San Francisco on July 21 and 23 to comprise a historical and elite women’s lineup.

    Tickets for all days including the Friday and Sunday Pro Showcase Exhibition at Oracle Park may now be purchased here.

Pickleball fans and players unite at iconic ballparks

The Ballpark Series brings together pickleball amateurs, fans, and professionals all in some of the most iconic ballparks in America.

“We received overwhelming interest from pickleball amateurs across America since we announced the Ballpark Series last month, which is why we are excited to unveil several new updates to enhance the overall player and fan experience,” said Mike Dee, Chairman of Pickle4. “This event series is about bringing the pickleball community together, and I am excited that giving fans access to these top professionals will reignite even more passion among pickleball players from coast to coast.”

Pickleball fans can now purchase tickets to the Professional Showcase Exhibition by visiting Pickle4.com or going directly to RedSox.com/pickleball and SFGiants.com/pickleball. Several ways to watch and experience the event are available – from cheering on your friends and family during the day, to watching some of the world’s top pickleball professionals on center stage.

The Ballpark Series will also feature amateur tournaments as well as open play, which will take place on the field alongside two of the most scenic pickleball showcase courts ever constructed. Amateur players can still sign up to compete in Oracle Park.

Ballpark Series coming to TV

As part of this latest round of updates, Pickle4 also announced a deal with CBS Sports. The new deal includes nine hours of total live programming on CBS Sports Network, with programming on both Friday and Sunday for consecutive weekends.

Coverage for the Ballpark Series at Fenway begins on Friday, July 14, with live programming from 7-9 PM, ET, and continues on Sunday, July 16 from 1-4 PM, ET.

The following weekend, CBS Sports will air the Ballpark Series at Oracle Park live on Friday, July 21 from 10 PM-12 AM, ET, and Sunday, July 23 from 5-7 PM, ET.

Support for Pickle4 expands

In addition, Pickle4 also announced major partnerships with the United States Virgin Islands Department of Tourism and Franklin Sports that both feature unique elements.

As part of their partnership, Pickle4 and the United States Virgin Islands Department of Tourism will collaborate to expand the tournament series to the Caribbean. 

“The USVI is excited to partner with Pickle4America on this year’s Ballpark Series, which puts the sport center stage at some of the country’s most iconic sports facilities,” explains Joseph Boschulte, U.S. Virgin Islands Commissioner of Tourism. “The expansive growth of pickleball makes this an ideal time to join in and expand the sport into the Caribbean by way of our destination.”

Franklin Sports’ sponsorship includes providing Red Sox and Giants team-branded paddles for all open play athletes in the respective cities. In addition, Franklin Sports will be the Official pickleball of the Ballpark Series amateur competition & Professional Showcase Exhibition.

For more information, visit pickle4.com.

SOURCE Pickleball for America, Inc.

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Lifetime and lululemon Partner for Pickleball and Tennis

Exciting news: Life Time and lululemon join forces to elevate pickleball and tennis with premium athletic apparel! #partnership

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Life Time and lululemon, two leading brands in the fitness and wellness industry, have recently announced an exciting new partnership. Lululemon will now be the official apparel partner of Life Time pickleball and tennis, elevating the sports with their high-quality athletic apparel.

The partnership was officially unveiled at a major pickleball event held at Life Time PENN1, one of Life Time’s luxury athletic club destinations. The event showcased seven street level pickleball courts, the most in New York City. As pickleball continues to grow in popularity, this collaboration between Life Time and lululemon aims to further enhance the sport and provide exceptional experiences for players of all ages and skill levels.

Life Time, known for its commitment to helping people live healthier lives, sees this partnership as a perfect fit. Kimo Seymour, Life Time Athletic Events and Media, expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating, “This new partnership with lululemon, an iconic and like-minded brand, is the start of something very special that not only furthers our respective missions but helps to elevate the apparel and experiences we’re bringing to everyone.”

The partnership between Life Time and lululemon will bring numerous benefits to the Life Time community. Members will have access to best-in-class athletic apparel, carefully curated to enhance performance and comfort. Additionally, the collaboration will include joint participation in key events across Life Time’s athletic country clubs, including select Life Time Pickleball Classic events. The two brands will also partner in Life Time’s in-club LIFESHOP’s and on the Life Time website for easy access to lululemon products.

Celeste Burgoyne, President, Americas and Global Guest Innovation at lululemon, emphasized the shared goals of the partnership, explaining, “Our two brands share a common goal of supporting the collective wellbeing in the communities we operate in, and we’re excited to create one-of-a-kind racquet sport experiences in support of that shared mission.”

For those interested in learning more about Life Time and its offerings, be sure to visit their website or follow them on social media. To explore the latest lululemon apparel and accessories, visit lululemon.com.

This partnership between Life Time and lululemon marks an exciting collaboration that will undoubtedly enhance the racquet sports experiences for athletes and enthusiasts. With their shared commitment to wellbeing and excellence, this partnership is set to create unforgettable moments for the sports community.

For more information on Life Time, visit www.lifetime.lifeInstagramFacebook or LinkedIn.

About Life Time®

Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio of more than 170 athletic country clubs across the United States and Canada. The health and wellness pioneer also delivers a range of healthy way of life programs and information via its complimentary Life Time Digital app. The Company’s healthy living, healthy aging, healthy entertainment communities and ecosystem serve people 90 days to 90+ years old and is supported by a team of more than 37,000 dedicated professionals. In addition to delivering the best programs and experiences through its clubs, Life Time owns and produces nearly 30 of the most iconic athletic events in the country.

About lululemon

lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) is a technical athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories company for yoga, running, training, and most other activities, creating transformational products and experiences that build meaningful connections, unlocking great possibility and wellbeing for all. Setting the bar in innovation of fabrics and functional designs, lululemon works with yogis and athletes in local communities around the world for continuous research and product feedback. For more information, visit lululemon.com.

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Professional Pickleball welcomes Golf Legend Adam Scott as Team Owner

Former World No. 1 golfer Adam Scott Acquires Ownership of Gold Coast Glory in Major League Pickleball Australia

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SYDNEY /PRNewswire/ — PPA Tour Australia (PPAA) and Major League Pickleball Australia (MLPA) is excited to announce the addition of former World No. 1 golfer Adam Scott as the new team owner of the Gold Coast Glory. Scott joins a list of distinguished team owners, including cricket legend Steve Smith, basketball star Patty Mills, and five-time Olympian Nat Cook, in supporting and promoting professional pickleball in Australia.

“I’m honored to join Major League Pickleball Australia as a team owner to support the Gold Coast Glory and help grow this fantastic sport,” said Adam Scott. “Being part of this community alongside other esteemed athletes and icons is incredibly exciting.”

The Gold Coast Glory, is also proud to announce its new team sponsor, Lilly’s Active, as a major sponsor and the official lifestyle meals partner of the Tour and League.

“We’re so excited to support this incredible sport and its athletes as we launch our new range of sports and active lifestyle meals for all ages,” said Cara Aprile, founder of Lilly’s Active. “Our partnership with the Gold Coast Glory is a perfect match, reflecting our commitment to promoting health, wellness, and high performance.”

MLPA is also thrilled to announce the upcoming Brisbane Championships event, which will feature record prize money for the sport in the Asia-Pacific region, exceeding $130,000. This milestone event highlights the growing enthusiasm and competitive spirit within the sport.

In addition, MLPA is pleased to launch the application process for Season Two of its competition, inviting players to apply to be part of the expanding league and teams. The new season promises more thrilling matches and community involvement, continuing to elevate pickleball’s profile in the region.

For ticket details, event itinerary, and partnership opportunities, please visit our website.

About Major League Pickleball Australia and PPA Tour Australia: 

PPA Tour Australia (formally Pacific Pickleball) is the official Professional Pickleball League of Australia featuring the top players, highest prize money, and best events across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. PPA Tour Australia offers two formats for athletes including Major League Pickleball Australia’s (MLP Australia’s) Pro Teams Format, and PPA Pro Tour Format for both Open, Futures, and Masters Athletes, in partnership with Pickleball Australia Association (PAA). PPA Tour Australia aims to grow the total number of Pickleball players in APAC to 1 Million in 2032 by promoting the sport through world-class events, professional pathways for top players, dedicated pickleball venues, and strong partnerships at international, national and grassroots levels; on a journey to bring Pickleball to all.

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Tyson McGuffin Joins the Pickleball Superstore Team

Tyson McGuffin, known as ‘The Most Electrifying Man in Sports’, has joined Pickleball Superstore as an ambassador.

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TUSTIN, Calif. /PRNewswire/ — Tyson McGuffin (AKA: ‘The Most Electrifying Man in Sports’) triple crown winner and one of the most decorated professional pickleball players in the world, joins Pickleball Superstore, a large-scale e-commerce platform that inventories and distributes nearly 2,000 pickleball related SKUs, as an ambassador of Pickleball Superstore throughout the globe.

“We are more than thrilled to have Tyson as a partner in Pickleballsuperstore.com. Pickleball Superstore’s core beliefs of ‘Community Owned – Community Focused’, align perfectly with Tyson, not only as a professional athlete, but also as a Dad, teacher and a true ambassador of the sport of pickleball.” states Pat Rolfes, Chairman/Co-Founder of Pickleball Superstore, Inc.

“My wife Meg & I are excited to be part of Pickleball Superstore. From top to bottom the leadership at Pickleball Superstore have the vision, expertise and character we want to align ourselves with.” states Tyson McGuffin.

“It’s exciting to have Tyson and Meg join us in building Pickleball Superstore. And since we already have distribution partnerships with some of Tyson’s sponsors, it just seemed natural to have the McGuffin’s join the Pickleball Superstore family.” said Steve Raack, CEO/Co-Founder of Pickleball Superstore, Inc.

CONTACT: info@pickleballsuperstore.com

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