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Athlete’s Blueprint Founder Jonathan Pierre: the Future of Sports Storytelling

In an exclusive interview with our editor Daniel Alestrand, Jonathan Pierre, founder of Athlete's Blueprint, shares how his personal journey shaped a revolutionary approach to sports media. From heart condition to honest narratives, Pierre's vision is changing how we experience sports. Discover the power of authentic storytelling and the impact…

3 min

Meet the Coles: Miami’s Ultimate Padel Family

In an exclusive interview, Miami’s Coles family reveals how a casual invitation to play padel ignited a passion that’s now shaping the sport’s future in America. From Birgit, the “Momager” who fell in love with padel “in 30 seconds,” to her son Mateo, who traded horseback riding for a top-30…

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Padel is Winning Over Celebrities—and Me

When it comes to my new padel obsession, I feel the ball is most definitely in my court. With each game, I’m reminded of why padel is winning hearts worldwide—and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes me next.

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Pablo Carro: Playtomic’s Leap to the US and the Future of Padel

Playtomic, led by CCO Pablo Carro, is expanding rapidly into the US, driven by padel’s global momentum. Their tech-forward approach revolutionizes court bookings and amateur competitions, potentially bridging padel and tennis. Carro envisions padel’s cultural breakthrough, with iconic collaborations and innovative new digital solutions worldwide.

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Visionary Women’s Sport Pioneer Andi Neugarten-Maio launches Miami’s first Women’s Padel League

Entrepreneur Andi Neugarten-Maio launches the first U.S. women’s padel league in Miami, aiming to elevate female players, community, and the sport’s visibility. Led by 6LoveSports, this groundbreaking league fosters competition, belonging, and growth, setting a pioneering model for women’s padel nationwide, signaling a bold future.

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The Racquet World is Gearing up for RacquetX – The Sequel

RacquetX returns to Miami in March 2025, uniting the global racquet sports industry—tennis, pickleball, padel, squash, table tennis—for innovation, competition, and networking. Led by visionary CEO Robyn Duda, it expands inclusive experiences, showcases technologies, and fosters community. Expect groundbreaking talks, interactive demos, and investment opportunities.

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“Tennis and Padel are friends” says UEFA Champions League Founder

Mindspring Padel, led by Craig Thompson, bridges tennis and padel with a unique, risk-free model that revitalizes clubs, boosts memberships, and fosters synergy between the sports. Their vision promotes collaboration, growth, and connection, emphasizing presence and opportunity for clubs and players alike.

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The “Dawn” of a New Sport – How Philippine’s Padel Pioneer Alenna Dawn has revolutionised the game

Alenna Dawn pioneered padel in the Philippines, founding its first club during the COVID-19 pandemic. She transformed attitudes toward outdoor sports and leads the Philippine Padel and Women’s Padel Associations. Despite challenges, she fosters gender equality and drives the sport's growth nationwide, including internationally.

4 min

Flight Lieutenant Ben Hanley’s Next Mission: Bringing Padel to the Armed Forces

Ben Hanley is driving efforts to popularize padel within the armed forces. His initiatives include founding Forces Padel, partnering with key figures and events like The Padel School and Hexagon Cup, and establishing international military clubs.

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Introducing Exeter’s First Padel Society

The University of Exeter has launched its first padel society, led by Aidan Du Preez and Guy Stoner. Joining the National University Padel League, it fields men's and women's teams. Members receive discounts, coaching, and access to events, including the "This Girl Can" initiative encouraging women's participation.

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People

It’s the people that make padel, well, padel. People make or break an industry, and we’re glad to report that in our experience of travels across the New Padel World, the people are good. They’re very good. Enterprising entrepreneurs, Investors from the intelligentsia class, creative court builders, charismatic coaches, (super) rich real estate moguls, adventurous apparel designers, progressive-minded pros and more. Jack Johnson once sang “Where did all the good people go?”. We found where. Padel.

Our journey through the vibrant ecosystem of padel unveils a tapestry of talent and tenacity that extends far beyond the court. From the artisans crafting bespoke rackets to the strategists forging new leagues, each individual contributes uniquely to the sport’s flourishing culture. These are not just athletes and entrepreneurs, but pioneers of a global movement, shaping a dynamic future for padel. They’re not just playing a game; they’re crafting a legacy. As we explore their stories, we discover the spirit of innovation and community that truly defines the world of padel.

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