These Trailblazing Franchisors Leverage a New, Rapidly-Growing Industry
Pickleball is exploding in popularity, and franchising is embracing it with open arms. This fast-growing sport has captured the attention of millions of Americans for its accessibility and slower pace compared to tennis. Pickleball originated in 1965 in Bainbridge Island, Wash., and it is often described as a mix of tennis, badminton and ping pong all wrapped into one easy-to-play and learn game. According to the Association of Pickleball Professionals, there are 10,000 pickleball courts in the country, and more than 36 million Americans have played the game in the past year. For comparison, it was estimated that only 5 million Americans played in 2021… [Read more]