Padel Power Sweeping the World 2/26

Next up - Orlando, FL

The RSPA has its all-new Padel Certification, led by none other than Marcos Del Pilar. As the RSPA’s Head of Padel and Master Professional, Marcos has trained countless aspiring players, guided national teams, pioneered cutting-edge training programs, and even contributed to academic research that’s shaping the sport’s future. In short, he’s a true force in the Padel world.
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Join us in Philadelphia, Texas, Virginia, and Orlando soon! See below:

• Feb 21-22, 2026 (Sat/Sun) Orlando, FL at PADEL PLUS

• Feb 25-26, 2026 (Wed/Thu), New York, NY at Sportime Padel

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

RSPA’s main Padel certification page.
Padel Certification Calendar

• Ben Phillips: learning from Christian’s padel gospel!

• How to set up a padel court in the UK: a legal guide

• Manchester’s popular Club de Padel set to relocate

• Ollo Padel resurrects plans for The Roundhouse in Leeds

• The latest padel club trend? Aircraft hangars

• Pure Padel to hit London as rapid expansion continues

  

• Racketeer: Burgundy is the new black!

Link to The Padel Paper

==> PBM Insight Report: Padel clubs tap multiple revenue sources in search of sustainable model

Revenue drivers: Padel operators are developing a growing range of income generators as they look to deal with increasing competition and rising costs.
Full article

===> The Padel Club Unveils Major UK Expansion

Major expansion plans have been unveiled by The Padel Club, with five new destinations to open across the country.
Full article

===> Pádel Nuestro Takes Over Former Tesla Site in Central Barcelona

Flagship store signals Padel’s arrival in elite European retail.
Full article

===> Sportswear label On signs padel world no.1 Arturo Coello

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===> USPA membership rises by 53.5% to almost 3,000

Latest figures from United States Padel Association show huge jump in playing numbers and tournament expansion as padel’s growth in US accelerates.
Full article

===> AO Ventures invests in US operator Padel Haus

Investment arm of Australian Open and Tennis Australia backs premium padel club and says it is bullish about growth of the sport globally.
Full article

===> PBM Insight Report: Padel tourism reaches new markets amid rise of specialist operators

Global appeal: Padel holidays are increasing in popularity, paving the way for a growing number of companies targeting tourism opportunities for the sport.
Full article

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• 2026 NOX USPA CIRCUIT
  The entire Nox USPA Circuit calendar for the year has been released. 
  To learn more, visit this link.

• USPA Member Benefits
  In addition to playing in USPA-sanctioned tournaments and endorsed leagues, your $50 USPA membership unlocks exclusive perks from world-class brands, with savings that can easily exceed $100, and even reach over $1,000.
  Explore the benefits here and start getting more out of your game.

• USPA RELEASES 2025 ANNUAL REPORT: A RECORD-BREAKING YEAR FOR PADEL
  2025 marked a transformative era for padel in the United States! As we step into 2026, we are thrilled to officially share the USPA’s Annual Report, a testament to the incredible growth, passion, and competitive spirit of our community.

  To read the full report, click here.

• How To Register For USPA Circuit Tournaments
  With over 200 sanctioned tournaments scheduled in 2026, staying competitive has never been easier. To help you navigate the updated registration process, we have provided comprehensive video guides below. Prior to registering, please ensure you know your partners USPA Account Email address, and be ready to pay for yours and their entry fee.
  Watch The Tutorials:
  How to create a USPA account and membership (English)
  How to create a USPA account and membership (Spanish)
  How to register for a USPA tournament (English)
  How to register for a USPA tournament (Spanish)

The Biggest Mistake People Make When Building Padel Courts (And It’s Not the Price)

At Misitrano Consulting, we’ll say the quiet part out loud, even if our padel court industry friends won’t love it:

Court pricing is a finite number. Across reputable vendors, the differences are marginal. A discount won’t save your club. But overlooking the details absolutely can.

If you want a club that performs from day one — operationally, financially, and experientially — these are the priorities that truly matter:

1. Site Work & Surface Preparation

This is the real foundation of your club.

A perfect court on an imperfect slab will still play poorly. And fixing the slab later can cost more than the court itself.

Key factors:

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Seen in Patricio’s Newsletter “Racket Sports Briefing – No. 2”

WORTH A READ

Derek Jeter, Wayne Boich On Reserve Cup Miami 2026 And Why Padel Can Emerge As Mainstream Spectator Sport

Jeter and Boich spotlight padel’s potential to become the next big spectator sport.… read more.

Men's And Women's Tennis Tours Near Deal To Merge Commercial Rights

Tennis tours move closer to merging rights, signaling change in racket sports business… read more.

U.S. Pickleball chain The Picklr Opens First Canadian Location in Winnipeg

The Picklr goes international, opening its first Canadian club in Winnipeg... read more.

AO Ventures Announces First Investments, Backing Innovations at AO and Beyond

The first funding round reflects Tennis Australia’s strategy to accelerate startups in AI, venue tech, and padel with global scaling potential… read more.

North Shore Alma Padel Founder Abigail McCulloch Named to Forbes’ 2026 30 Under 30 – Sports List

Abigail McCulloch joins Forbes 30 Under 30, highlighting U.S. padel’s rising stars… read more.

PTPA May Seek $1 Billion Raise for Efforts to Remake Pro Tennis

PTPA’s $1 billion plan aims to challenge the status quo in tennis.… read more.

Derek Jeter and 50 Cent bring the NYC energy to Miami at starry padel tournament: Mark Wahlberg, Jimmy Butler, and more

Star-studded padel tournament brings NYC energy to Miami’s courts… read more.

Reserve Padel Becomes Part of the Playtomic Community in a Key Alliance for U.S. Padel

This collaboration marks a strategic milestone for Playtomic, only 18 months after landing in the U.S.… read more.

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• Analistas Padel (via The Padel Insider)
  Paris Major Draws Record 37,000 Spectators to Roland Garros

• El Neverazo (via The Padel Insider)
  How to change the pace of play in padel

• Padel Addicts (via The Padel Insider)
  Level Padel will be launched in 2026 with a commitment made from the court

• HEAD Motion Pro 1.5 Shoe - Level Up
  The Motion Pro 1.5 builds on your favorite features with even softer comfort, more dynamic support, and a fit that adapts to your style of play.  Lace up and feel instant confidence from warm-up to match point.
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• HEAD will launch the new Coello 2026 Padel racket on February 21. Here’s a first look at this new product. More information.

Euro News

• Padel: Why you should try one of the world's fastest-growing sports in 2026

• Suddenly, South Carolina Looks to Be New U.S. Padel Hotbed

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• Beach Tennis vs Pop Tennis: What’s the Difference?

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• Discover the Visionary Driving the U.S. Padel Boom: Marcos del Pilar and the Hidden Strategies Fueling the Planet’s Fastest-Expanding Sport