Padel Power Sweeping the World 04/26

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Rich Neher
March 29, 2026

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RSPA Padel Certification


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Hi there,
When I work with the best Padel players and coaches, the difference between the good and the extraordinary isn’t talent. It’s repetition. 

Tony Robbins explored the principles of mastery: modeling, immersion, and repetition.

  • Modeling shows you what’s possible. 

  • Immersion helps you become it. 

  • But mastery doesn’t stick without the third step: repetition. 

Repetition is how you wire what you’ve learned into your nervous system. It’s what turns a skill into second nature. We have designed our Padel Certification courses to teach you those principles and help you master the sport of Padel.

Padel is taking America by storm, with over 1,200 coaches already certified in the USA.

Join us in Florida, Illinois, and Colorado soon! See below:

  • April 11-12, 2026 (Sat./Sun) Westlake, FL at Xcel Padel

  • April 30-May 1 (Thu/Fri) Highland Park, IL at Club Pickle & Padel

  • May 6-7 (Wed/Thu) Parker, CO at Parker Racquet Club

  • June 13-14 (Sat/Sun) Orlando, FL at Padel Plus

  • July 4-5 (Sat/Sun) Raleigh, NC at North Hills Club

  • July 11-12 (Sat/Sun) Carrollton, TX at Padel39 North Dallas

  • July 18-19 (Sat/Sun) Salt Lake City, UT at The Hive Padel Club

  • September 18-19 (Fri/Sat) Carrolton, TX at Padel39 North Dallas

Ben Nichols Announcement: Second Anglo American Padel Cup Confirmed for South Florida in February 2027

Photo: Anglo American Padel Cup - Karen Yeomans

In October, we made history by staging this landmark tournament in London–with an audience of 9.1 million, it quickly became the most significant padel tournament in UK history. It’s now America’s turn, and we’re excited to bring this 2nd Edition to one of the most premium venues in the States, The Replay Club in the beating heart of American padel–South Florida.

The Anglo American Cup started a bold new chapter in one of sport’s most iconic rivalries between Great Britain and the USA, following on from the Ryder Cup, America’s Cup, and Davis Cup.

Photo: Anglo American Padel Cup - Karen Yeomans

Along with the attached Release, I’m also providing a link here to photography from the London edition.

A couple of links that tell the story of the first edition are as follows.

The London Reporter: Why America’s Next Major Sport Is Taking Shape Now, and Why Marcos del Pilar Is at the Center of It


In 2026, the United States stands at a pivotal juncture in its sports landscape. The subtle buildup before a new phenomenon surges into the mainstream. Padel, a sport enjoyed by tens of millions globally, is transitioning from niche appeal to widespread interest. Experts predict the coming months will decide if it emerges as America’s next major participatory sport or remains a sidelined trend.

One figure consistently emerges in discussions about this trajectory: Marcos del Pilar, often called the Godfather of Padel in the USA.

Photo: The London Reporter

Padel 22 Announcement: U.S. Padel Boom Continues: National Padel League Expands to 40+ Cities for 2026 Season

Matt Farhadi writes:

Padel’s rapid growth in the U.S. is translating into real competitive infrastructure, and the National Padel League (NPL) is leading the charge.

Following a breakout 2025 season with nearly 2,000 players, the NPL just announced the return of its USA National Team League for 2026, which includes expanding to a two-season format (Spring + Fall), doubling down on women’s participation, and scaling to 40+ cities nationwide.

Photo: Padel 22

Why this matters:

  • Surging Demand: Nearly 2,000 amateur players (ages 14-71) competed last year, signaling a massive appetite for structured, team-based play

  • Gender Parity: 2026 introduces four dedicated women’s divisions, matching the men’s side for the first time

  • Official Backing: The NPL continues to be the only amateur team competition officially backed by the United States Padel Association (USPA)

  • The "City-to-Nationals" Path: A structured pipeline is helping everyday players compete on a national stage

With regionals taking place in markets like Dallas, Miami, Boston and more, the league is a clear reflection of how fast padel is scaling beyond coastal hubs into a truly national sport.

The full press release is available via this link.

Misitrano Consulting: Racket Sports Briefing

Worth a Read:

Zenniz Raises $6M to Scale Smart Tennis Courts

The Finnish tech company secures new funding to expand its smart-court system globally and establish a U.S. base… read more.

Tim Henman Backs Padel Courts at Wimbledon

Former British No.1 supports the idea of introducing padel at the All England Club… read more.

Padel Moves Closer to Olympic Recognition

Padel will debut as a medal sport at the 2026 Asian Games, another step toward Olympic inclusion… read more.

FIP Reaffirms Commitment to Gender Equality

The International Padel Federation highlights progress and new initiatives to support women in padel worldwide… read more.

AO Ventures Backs Mindspring to Scale Global Padel Growth

Australian Open investors double down on padel, targeting international expansion through new partnerships... read more.

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