Industry Information

In 2024, pickleball's rapid growth has driven a booming paddle market. Our research on hundreds of paddles reveals that 16mm thickness and elongated shapes dominate, with Toray carbon fiber and polypropylene honeycomb cores as the top material choices. The report highlights key market trends and top-performing paddles for spin, power, and swing weight.

Professional pickleball is experiencing rapid growth, driven by celebrity investments and league expansion. However, it faces key challenges, including a weak viewer base, unsustainable player contracts, and high operating costs. To ensure long-term success, the sport must enhance match appeal, reform salary structures, and build a strong cultural identity. Without addressing these issues, pickleball’s current boom may be short-lived.

This blog highlights the growing interest in pickleball among young players, emphasizing the need for advanced children's paddles. It discusses the technological gap between adult and children's paddles and introduces key considerations for designing better paddles for youth, such as control, shock absorption, and durability.