Diversifying Revenue Streams at Smash Park

Diversifying revenue streams has been a strategic goal for Smash Park, driven by a desire to ensure long-term sustainability. Not only is it a vibrant hub for sports and entertainment, it is an establishment that mitigates risks associated with overreliance on memberships and offers new avenues for customer engagement. Monty Lockyear, Founder and CEO of Smash Park says, “By offering a variety of services and experiences, we can appeal to a broader audience and create multiple touchpoints for customer engagement.”

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Gwinnett Pickleball Builds Community and Increases Competition With Ladder Leagues  

Every pickleball club has a favorite event, and likewise, most players have a version of pickleball that they prefer. For the Gwinnett Pickleball Club, their preferred way of playing pickleball is through ladder leagues. Ladder leagues are at the very core of Gwinnett Pickleball’s life and culture. Brian Garrett, the owner of the club, goes so far as to say, “Ladder leagues are  the heart of my club!” Ladder leagues have fostered both strong community and engaging competition in a cost-effective manner at Gwinnett.  

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Pickleball Players are in Their Training Era: How Clubs Can Adapt to Customers Seeking to Improve Their Game 

As the fastest growing sport in the United States, Pickleball is quickly becoming the go-to game for athletes of all ages. Over 48 million adults are reported to have played at least one game of pickleball, and most of those players have gone on to become habitual pickleballers. And as increasing numbers of novice players are beginning to master the fundamentals, there is a growing desire among experienced players to take their game to the next level. As a result, we’ve observed more and more players who are seeking to refine their skills and elevate their game with innovative training tools and methodologies. 

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Atlanta-Based Painted Pickle Combines Competition and High-End Food and Beverage

Painted Pickle is redefining the social and culinary scene in Atlanta by blending high-end dining with the competitive thrill of pickleball. Owned by Justin Amick, a master sommelier and former Division I college basketball player, Painted Pickle offers a unique “competery” experience that merges gourmet food, premium beverages, and the fast-growing sport of pickleball in an upscale setting.

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