Equipment Collabs

Pickleball’s momentum continues to accelerate across media, apparel, and equipment, as highlighted in this week’s RADL Wire. Pickleball Kingdom debuts the official trailer for Paddle Battle, the first-ever pickleball competition reality series, set to premiere in January 2026, while Sol Sister Sport introduces functional, sun-protective activewear designed specifically for women in the fast-growing pickleball community. On the equipment front, innovation takes center stage with Selkirk’s groundbreaking Tesla Plaid Pickleball Paddle and HEAD’s all-new RADICAL 2026 padel series, both pushing performance through advanced engineering and materials. We also turn our attention to racquetball, with a look ahead to the 2026 USA Racquetball National Indoor Championships.

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• High-tech equipment releases

• Racquetball is back in the new

INDUSTRY NEWS

Pickleball Kingdom Debuts Official Trailer for High-Stakes Competition Series “Paddle Battle”

Pickleball Kingdom has released the official trailer for Season 1 of Pickleball Kingdom Paddle Battle. The trailer gives fans their first look at the high-stakes, high-energy world of the first-ever pickleball competition reality show created inside the world’s leading indoor pickleball brand. The full series will premiere in mid-January 2026, streaming on YouTube. Pickleball Kingdom Paddle Battle is a celebration of the sport’s meteoric rise, the grit and passion of its players, and the joy, energy, and competitive spirit that make pickleball one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. The official trailer marks the first public glimpse into a groundbreaking series that blends elite athletic competition with the emotional storytelling of reality television.

Major League Table Tennis Partners with IC360 and ALT Sports Data To Support Launch of Regulated Wagering for the 2025-26 Season

Major League Table Tennis (MLTT), the first professional table tennis league in the United States, today announced partnerships with Integrity Compliance 360 (IC360) and ALT Sports Data to develop and launch the league’s entry into regulated sports wagering beginning in early 2026. This collaboration will ensure MLTT’s commitment to fair competition by leveraging IC360’s cutting-edge integrity monitoring technology, digital education platform, and consulting services, while incorporating ALT Sports Data’s market intelligence and expertise in emerging leagues.

Sol Sister Sport Announces Functional, Sun-Protective Activewear Designed for the Growing Pickleball Community

As pickleball continues to grow rapidly across the United States, a noticeable gap in women's pickleball activewear has emerged: coverage, sun protection, and a polished fit suitable for both play and everyday activities are lacking. Sol Sister Sport, a woman-owned athletic brand, has introduced a new line designed to address these needs with functional, sun-protective clothing built for multi-use wear.

Founded by Tina Jennings, an athlete in her 60s, a former finance professional, and mother of five, Sol Sister Sport was created after recognizing how limited the options were for women seeking pickleball outfits that balanced mobility, comfort, and sun protection. Jennings developed the brand’s signature Skirted Legging, engineered to provide breathable coverage without overheating.

EQUIPMENT

Selkirk and Tesla Engineers Collaborate on Co-Designed Pickleball Paddle

Selkirk Sport has partnered with Tesla engineers to introduce the Tesla Plaid Pickleball Paddle by Selkirk, a next-generation paddle that merges Tesla’s industrial design and aerodynamics expertise with Selkirk’s advanced paddle engineering. Sparked by an initial connection at the 2023 USA Pickleball National Championships, the collaboration evolved through on-site design sessions at Tesla’s Fremont factory and extensive prototyping in Selkirk’s Coeur d’Alene R&D lab. The result is an elongated, edgeless paddle with an aerodynamic open throat, optimized for faster swing speeds and reduced drag, paired with Selkirk’s PureFoam™ core, TPU Power Ring, MOI Tuning System, advanced carbon-fiber face, and InfiniGrit™ surface for enhanced power, control, stability, and long-lasting spin.

HEAD Unveils the All-New RADICAL 2026 Padel Series

HEAD has introduced the all-new RADICAL 2026 series, reinforcing its commitment to innovation-driven performance in padel and racquet sports. Designed for players who demand the ideal balance of power and control, the latest RADICAL lineup delivers a confident, versatile playing experience tailored to multiple styles of play. The RADICAL 2026 series features a double carbon layer construction, next-generation Control Foam, HEAD’s advanced Auxetic 2.0 technology, and a newly engineered hole pattern to optimize feel, response, and precision across the court. “Innovation starts with the player. We built Radical to offer real options for how you want to win,” said Alejandro Guerra Rivero, HEAD Padel R&D.

RACQUETBALL

USA Racquetball Announces 2026 National Indoor Championships

USA Racquetball has officially announced the 2026 National Indoor Championships, set for February 11–15, 2026, in Tempe, Arizona. The event will be held at the facility located at 400 E. Apache Blvd. and will serve as the sole qualifierfor the 2026–2027 USA National Adult Team in men’s and women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. Registration closes February 2 with no exceptions, and entry fees range from $49–$99 depending on divisions. Competition begins Wednesday morning, February 11, and concludes Sunday afternoon, February 15, with prize money awarded in U.S. Team Qualifying divisions and medals presented through fourth place across all divisions. Additional highlights include Ladies Night Out on February 13, the Hall of Fame Breakfast on February 14, and official Gearbox match balls throughout the tournament.

Team USA Juniors Show Grit at XXXVI IRF World Junior Racquetball Championships

Team USA’s junior delegation delivered strong performances and meaningful progress at the XXXVI IRF World Junior Racquetball Championships in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Head Coach Pablo Fajre praised the team’s resilience, improved court awareness, and unified support system, noting that the experience provided a clear roadmap for future growth. The week included gold medal victories by Sloka (Girls 10 Blue), Ayan (Boys 14 Red), and Audrey (Girls 14 White), while Naomi Ros and DJ Mendoza advanced to the Mixed 21 Doubles finals after a four-game win over Ecuador, setting up a championship match against Bolivia.

‼️ SCHEDULING NOTE: As is the long-standing tradition of RADL Wire, we will be taking our annual winter break from Saturday, December 20th, to January 2, 2024.  During that time, there will be no newsletter service.  Stay tuned to RADLWire.com during that time for the latest industry news. As we wrap up the year, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to you for joining us in covering the racquet sports industry.  We look forward to continuing this journey with you in the coming year.