National Pickleball League, LLC

We are thrilled to announce that Sonia Burda has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of the NPL! Sonia B. brings varied leadership experiences to her work as the NPL’s CFO, which includes supporting the league's main strategic objectives of team expansion and audience development. Her background includes successful work in entertainment, digital media, esports, and talent representation, including her most recent role with eOne/Lionsgate. “We are pleased to have a proven leader in finance join the league at this pivotal moment,” said NPL CEO Paul Bamundo. “Sonia’s vast experience leading financial operations, coupled with her passion for pickleball, makes her an ideal fit to lead this important aspect of our business as we continue our rapid growth.” Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Sonia and check out the full release on NPLpickleball.com.

We have a Hollywood Icon in the NPL! Award-winning actor Vince Vaughn has acquired a majority stake in the Coachella Valley Scorpions, one of 12 teams competing in our 50+ pickleball league, says Scorpions’ co-owner Kim Jagd. Well-known for his hit films "Swingers,” “Wedding Crashers,” “Old School,” and “Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story,” among countless other favorites, Vaughn has added pickleball to his list of passions in recent years. “We are thrilled to have an icon like Vince Vaughn illustrate his passion for the game of pickleball by acquiring a majority stake in the Coachella Valley Scorpions,” said NPL CEO Paul Bamundo. “The league has experienced unprecedented growth over the first two seasons, and to have Vaughn’s investment in our league really underscores the surging interest of the sport in California and across the country.” The Scorpions’ co-owner Kim Jagd, who is also a member of the team, will remain with the team as a minority owner following the transaction. Other co-owners include Rob Zwemmer, Ruth Ann Poppa, and Don Zuker. Check out the full release now. #pickleball #pickleballnews #nationalpickleballleague #NPL

Ready to hear how our league will change the future of #Pickleball? NPL™ CEO, Paul Bamundo, and Team Owner, Rommie Maxey, of the Houston Hammers joined Paul Olson for a fantastic conversation about The Future of Pickleball on Selkirk Sport - We are Pickleball TV. Check it out now!

We are proud to announce a partnership that names Incrediwear the Official Wearable Recovery Partner of the National Pickleball League and Presenting Partner of Event Weekend #1 in Chicago May 17-19. Incrediwear will provide advanced wearable recovery solutions to NPL athletes, focusing on improving circulation, reducing inflammation, relieving pain, and accelerating recovery. Their product will be featured in our Players' Recovery Lounge throughout the 2024 Season at our Regular Season events and Championship weekend. "We're thrilled to serve as the Official Wearable Recovery Partner of the NPL for the 2024 season,” said Tony Tomassini, VP of Marketing, Incrediwear Inc. “Our products are crafted to support the casual players as well as the top-tier athletes of the NPL, and we are eager to contribute to their good health and performance throughout the season.” Tap to read more.

We are thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated results of our 2024 National Pickleball League® Draft, revealing the newest additions to each of our 12 team's rosters for the upcoming season. Team owners, league staff, prospective players, and pickleball fans gathered in Naples, FL to witness the results, marking a new chapter in our league's commitment to nurturing talent and reinforcing our status as the top professional 50+ league in the sport. Each of the rosters has up to eight women and eight men, and together is comprised of virtually all of the top Champions Pros in the sport, including the likes of Hall of Famers Jennifer Dawson and Scott Moore, former top tennis professionals Jaime Oncins and Piet Aldrich, former Heisman Trophy winner and NFL quarterback Danny Wuerffel, and top-ranked league co-founders Beth Bellamy and Rick Witsken. Ready for the roster reveal? View the full release here.

Catch us on the court with GAMMA Sports! We are proud to announce a partnership that names the CHUCK pickleball as the Official Ball of the NPL in 2024, and GAMMA Sports as the Title Partner for the CBS Sports Broadcast of the GAMMA Sports National Pickleball League Championship that will re-air on Friday, March 1 at 1:00pm ET. “GAMMA Sports shares our passion for innovation and dedication to enhancing the athlete's experience, and we are excited to welcome them as the Official Ball for NPL events and as the Title Partner for the GAMMA Sports National Pickleball League Championship that just aired on CBS.” said Paul Bamundo, Chief Executive Officer, NPL. “GAMMA Sports is synonymous with our fast-growing sport, and we look forward to collectively advancing this league in 2024 and beyond.”  Mark your calendars, be sure to tune in, and LET'S PLAY! Check out the full release now! https://lnkd.in/emUqbTUB

We're thrilled to announce the expansion of the National Pickleball League® as we elevate our team count from six to twelve! "The NPL's growth from six to twelve teams is a strategic move towards creating a more dynamic and competitive league," said Paul Bamundo, our CEO. "The demand for growth across the U.S. has been remarkable, and 2024 will be a groundbreaking year for our league. It reflects our dedication to providing fans with a thrilling, high-quality pickleball experience and ensuring the NPL remains at the forefront of the sport.” Six new teams are joining our original six in 2024: • Coachella Valley Scorpions (CA) • Seattle United Pickleball Club (WA) • Princeton Bruisers (NJ) • Kansas City Stingers (MO) • Houston Hammers (TX) • Columbus Hotshots (OH) Ready to learn more about what we're doing coast to coast as we introduce new ownership and welcome new top-tier players? Check out the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/egDXnXZG

Our GAMMA Sports National Pickleball League® Championship is taking over CBS Sports Network tonight at 10:30 PM ET! CBS Sports will provide an exclusive two-hour special airing from Glendale, AZ showcasing the Indy Drivers as they win the inaugural title over the Austin Ignite. Pickleball fans will enjoy elite play from our top Champions Pros and a dramatic finish from top-tier teams! More to come as we gear up to announce additional NPL programming around coverage of the 2024 season at a later date. In the meantime, mark your calendars, set your DVR, or check out the full release here for more details: https://lnkd.in/eecTg-t9

We're thrilled to announce our first-ever television deal with CBS Sports Network leading into the 2024 Season! CBS Sports will provide an exclusive two-hour special airing of the GAMMA Sports National Pickleball League Championship weekend in Glendale, AZ. This special airing will feature the Indy Drivers team – made up of stars Rick Witsken, Kim Jagd, Nathalie Bagby, and Tao Thongvanh – winning the inaugural title in dramatic fashion over the Austin Ignite.⁣ ⁣ Mark your calendars: the two-hour Gamma Sports NPL Championship will air on CBS Sports Network on January 31st, 2024, at 10:30 pm ET. The CBS Sports Network will also be airing additional NPL programming in the 2024 season – stay tuned for details and platforms around coverage of the NPL to be announced at a later date.⁣ ⁣ Read the full release here: https://lnkd.in/eecTg-t9

We're thrilled to announce our first-ever television deal with CBS Sports Network leading into the 2024 Season! CBS Sports will provide an exclusive two-hour special airing of the GAMMA Sports National Pickleball League Championship weekend in Glendale, AZ. This special airing will feature the Indy Drivers team – made up of stars Rick Witsken, Kim Jagd, Nathalie Bagby, and Tao Thongvanh – winning the inaugural title in dramatic fashion over the Austin Ignite.⁣ ⁣ Mark your calendars: the two-hour Gamma Sports NPL Championship will air on CBS Sports Network on January 31st, 2024, at 10:30 pm ET. The CBS Sports Network will also be airing additional NPL programming in the 2024 season – stay tuned for details and platforms around coverage of the NPL to be announced at a later date.⁣ ⁣ Read the full release here: https://lnkd.in/eecTg-t9