Odds And Ends in Racketsportsland - September 2024

• Taylor Fritz’s Cincinnati electronic line calling dispute shows need for tennis common sense

• Doubles IQ

• Fanatics releasing first set of tennis player cards

• Billie Jean King instrumental in BJK Cup Elf Beauty deal

• Everything You Need to Know About the 2024 U.S. Open

• Love And Money: Why The Girlfriends Of Top Tennis Players Are Making Millions

• USRSA Certification at the 2024 USPTA WRC!

To give you an idea of some of their listings, check this out:

EUROPE
Tennis club instructor / coach required in South Tyrol, Italy
Tennis Coach for Academy based in Nicosia, Cyprus
Tennis Coach Required in Aphrodite Hills Resort, Cyprus
Junior Development Coach for Academy in Germany
Recruiting Agent for US College Scholarship Company
Tennis / Padel coaches for Belearics, Canaries and Turkey
Tennis Coach required for Academy in Dusseldorf, Germany

MIDDLE EAST
Padel Coach required to work in Dubai starting September 2024
Tennis and Padel instructor based in Saudi Arabia
Multiple Coaching Positions (6) Available for Academy in Dubai

ASIA
Tennis coaches required for Academy in Shanghai
High Performance tennis coach required in Phuket
Private Tennis Coach for U12 Indian Prospect in Chennai
Tennis and Padel director required for 5 star resort in Mauritius
Tennis Coach required for new club in Shanghai

NORTH AMERICA/CARIBBEAN
Hitting partner for Academy in Florida
Tennis Coach required in Prestigious Academy in Seattle
Tennis Coach for Facility in Peoria, Ilinois
Padel Manager / Coach required in New Jersey, USA
Director of Racket Sports at Club in New Jersey, USA
Racket Sports director required for 5 star resort in Punta Cana
Pickleball Coaches required throughout the Caribbean
Join us as a recruitment Agent for Scholarship Recruitment Team Globally

Racquet Sports Professional Seeking Opportunity

A very experienced Northern California Tennis Director is available. Creative and able to fit into any role needed.  Looking to help grow and enhance a current club's qualities. Focuses on being a team player and works with all levels of play.
Please send your open positions to Rich and he’ll forward it on.

*** From Women’s Tennis Blog ***
Coco Gauff launches second iteration of her New Balance shoe

*** USTA Florida ***
USTA Florida Prepares Teachers & Students Across the State for 2024-2025 School Year

*** USTA Florida ***
Tennis Hall of Famer Nick Bollettieri Honored with Memorial Tribute Display at SRQ (Sarasota Bradenton) Airport

*** Sports Business Journal ***
Inside the tech improvements of the Cincinnati Open's $260M two-year renovation

The Cincinnati Open is in the middle of a two-year renovation that will see $260M poured into upgrades to the Lindner Family Tennis Center before the 2025 edition. The tournament has also scaled up its technology investment in that span with a series of fan-facing and operational initiatives.
Here are a few that SBJ observed in two days touring the grounds:

Read more.

*** Wilson Sporting Goods ***
Wilson Sporting Goods and Roger Federer Unveil Groundbreaking Tennis Racket Line: The RF Collection (Press release from August 8)

Wilson Sporting Goods Co. today announces the launch of the RF Collection, a revolutionary tennis equipment line inspired, designed and developed in partnership with Roger Federer. The collection is rooted in legacy, driven by performance and innovated for the future, representing Federer's profound impact on the sport and his unwavering dedication to excellence. The RF Collection by Wilson will launch globally today, coinciding with Roger Federer's birthday. Read more.

*** SportsCasting ***
Best US Open Tennis Betting Sites and Apps in 2024

Our team of experts has scoured the web to bring you the finest US Open tennis betting sites. These platforms all offer a good range of US Open betting markets as well as enough promotions and bonuses to boost your bets at Flushing Meadows. Read more.

*** northjersey.com ***
Can padel overtake pickleball in popularity? Yes, say those who love the new sport

A few months ago, someone in New Jersey looking to play padel — a racket sport that combines elements of tennis and squash — would have had to cross the river to New York to find a court. Now, there are three clubs open in the state, with more to come in the next year. Read more.

*** Sports Business Journal ***
ESPN extends deal to carry U.S. Open through '37

The USTA and ESPN have signed a new 12-year deal to keep ESPN the exclusive domestic rightsholder of the U.S. Open through 2037. The deal begins in 2026, after the two sides’ previous 11-year deal signed in 2014 expires following the 2025 edition of the tournament. ESPN announced the news at its Media Day in Bristol this afternoon. Read more.

*** 9News ***
Tennis introducing new variant to compete with pickleball

The U.S. Tennis Association is flipping the script on pickleball by promoting its own short-court version of tennis called “red ball tennis.” Read more.

*** Professional Tennis Registry ***
PTR and PPR Experience Significant 20% Membership Growth, Reaching Milestones in Tennis and Pickleball Coaching Communities

The Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) are proud to announce a remarkable 20% growth in membership over the past year, solidifying their positions as leading global coaching organizations. The combined membership among PTR and its umbrella organizations has surged from 19,000 to 23,000 members. While PPR alone has now officially reached 10,000 members, making it the largest international pickleball coaches organization. The milestone was achieved on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Read more.

*** Laykold/RecycleBalls ***
US Open balls will make next year’s courts.
New partnership between RecycleBalls and Laykold will help to off-set the carbon equivalent of 26,000 cars.

Every tennis fan will be familiar with the call for ‘new balls please’. But what about the old balls? What happens to them? And why does this present such a huge challenge for tennis?

Figures from The World Bank show that in 2023, over 150 million tennis balls were imported into the USA alone. These balls quickly make their way to landfills and take over 400 years to decompose. Each tennis ball weighs about 2 ounces but carries an outsized carbon footprint of 1.2 pounds. Every year that’s more than 19,250,000 pounds of tennis balls with the carbon equivalent of 26,000 cars being driven for a full year. This carries a significant environmental impact that demands innovative solutions.
Read more.

*** Meet CourtReserve ***
USPTA WRC24
World Racquets Conference 2024
September 15th - 19th
Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort and Spa in Rancho Mirage, CA

*** Professional Tennis Registry ***
Welcome to the Future of Tennis Coaching: PTR Partners with TrekAI to Launch Revolutionary AI-Powered Platform for Tennis Coaches

PTR is proud to introduce the first-ever AI-powered platform, powered by TrekAI, specifically designed for tennis coaches. This revolutionary tool is set to change the way you coach, manage your business, and grow your career. Read more.

From The Dink Newsletter

Is Pickleball Still Experiencing Explosive Growth and are Participants Skewing Younger?

Try the Double Ball Drill Like Jay Devilliers to See the Ball Better

Vegas Baby! Stakes Are High This Week at the PPA Las Vegas Pickleball Cup

Mass. Homeowner Can't Sell House Because of Pickleball Noise

It's Time to Start Making Your Overheads Like Clockwork

Why So Many American Men's Tennis Legends Are Now Finding New Life in Pickleball

Learn How to Counterattack Like a 5.0

PICKLECON 24

We asked Ashley Owens of CourtReserve about her experience exhibiting at PickleCon in Kansas City. Here is Ashley’s summary:

“PickleCon was an exciting opportunity for CourtReserve to connect with the wider pickleball community.

Ramona Husaru: Get Certified to Teach Pickleball!

Sports Business Journal

Tennis legend Andre Agassi on investing in Simplebet and Evolv, pickleball's new player rating system

In his post-playing days, American tennis legend Andre Agassi has taken an increased interest in technology – investing in companies including Simplebet and Evolv – as well as pickleball, starring in the first two iterations of the Pickleball Slam showcase and joining the group that purchased player rating system DUPR earlier this year. Read more.

The Padel State

More and More Pro Athletes Are Opening New U.S. Padel Clubs

Whether it's former NHL stars from the Detroit Red Wings, New Orleans Saints' legend and Super Bowl Champion Drew Brees, or current and former members of Sporting K.C. in the MLS, this trend is big -- and only getting bigger.
Read more.

Padelmunity

Platform for Padel Business Worldwide

We heard about this new Madrid, Spain-based platform, and hope to write about it in October. https://www.padelmunity.com/

US Padel Association

Support the USPA by joining as a Member Club

The United States Padel Association (USPA) is committed to growing the sport of padel in the US and supporting padel clubs across the country. As Padel's national governing body, the USPA’s mission is to lead Padel’s growth and development in the USA. To further this mission, we are introducing the first Club Membership Program with tiered levels of entry to accommodate clubs of all sizes and to increase the support we can provide to the entire ecosystem across the USA.

Padel Quattro, RGV Padel Club, U-Padel Woodlands, PATL, PADELphia, and Park Padel have already joined as Premier Club Members. Read more.