Summer Court Apparel

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Kyle Taylor
April 23, 2025

Welcome to RADL Wire. Spring is heating up, and so is the action across the world of racquet and paddle sports. In this week’s edition of RADL Wire, we’re serving up the latest on this season’s standout fashion—whether you’re courtside or on the court, we’ve got the gear turning heads. We also break down the biggest tournament announcements making waves from pro tours to grassroots showdowns, plus a closer look at emerging talent and key player updates. And don’t miss our spotlight on recent media partnerships shaping the future of how fans follow the game. From paddles to press, this is your weekly rally of all things racquet sports.

In today’s edition:

  • Summer Court Apparel

  • Tourney New

  • Major League Media Deals

adidas Originals and Brain Dead Reunite for their Tennis Inspired Spring/Summer 2025 Collection

SUMMER COURT APPAREL

adidas Originals and Brain Dead Reunite for their Tennis Inspired Spring/Summer 2025 Collection

Brain Dead and adidas Originals offer a new expression of the court classic. Featuring a hairy suede upper, leather stripes, and co-branded accents, each pair reimagines the heritage design in bold, two-tone colorways grounded in earth tones with contrasting details. The apparel collection follows suit, reframing tennis style through Brain Dead’s offbeat lens. Merging sport, and artistic energy, the lineup includes hand-drawn graphics across track tops, crewnecks, and t-shirts, while polos, shorts, and track pants play with classic silhouettes and natural tones to deliver something both wearable and unexpected. Releasing in limited quantities on April 25th

Swinton Pickleball Launches “Dink n Drink” Pop-Up Tour Across South Florida Country Clubs

Swinton Pickleball is hitting the road — paddle in hand — with its “Dink n Drink” Pop-Up Tour, bringing good vibes, great gear, and and that fun pickleball energy to country clubs across South Florida.

The tour kicked off with at the prestigious Wanderers Club “Havana Nights” event in Wellington, where members enjoyed an unforgettable evening of open play, refreshments, swag, and hands-on access to Swinton’s premium pickleball gear and apparel. The event blended competition with camaraderie, giving players another excuse to get out and play.

New Balance and Coco Gauff Launch the Coco Delray

New Balance and tennis sensation, Coco Gauff, proudly unveil the Coco Delray, a tennis shoe designed for the everyday player and built for all levels of competition. With the launch of the new model, the brand aims to expand its tennis offering, emphasizing community and access to play. The Coco Delray launches with a new campaign celebrating tennis as more than just a sport – showcasing connection, community and the love of the game. Learn More

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KKday Announces Exclusive Roland-Garros Ticket Packages for 2025

TOURNEY NEWS

  • Ballenisles Country Club to Host 2025 ITF World Tennis Masters Tour World Championships - The highly anticipated international tennis tournament will showcase the world’s top amateur tennis players, bringing global attention to the region. Featuring athletes from over 35 countries, the tournament will be divided into two segments – Team and Individual Championships. The Team Championships will take place from May 11 to May 16 and the Individual Championships are scheduled for May 17 to May 24. Tennis fans can expect two weeks of high-level competition in the men’s and women’s 60+ division in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles.

  • KKday Announces Exclusive Roland-Garros Ticket Packages for 2025 - This marks the first time KKday has been appointed as an official agent for the prestigious tournament. Among the six authorized agents, KKday is one of only three in Asia, further solidifying its position as a top-tier provider of unique travel experiences. Roland-Garros 2025 ticket packages

  • 100 Days Out From 2025 National Bank Open Presented by Rogers: First-ever Expanded Program Revealed - The countdown to the 2025 National Bank Open presented by Rogers (NBO) has officially begun. Soon, the top players on the ATP Tour will descend upon Toronto, and to celebrate being 100 days out from the tournament, Tennis Canada is offering a first look at the reimagined programming that will showcase our new identity as the Tennis Playground and kick off a redefined era for the event.

  • Pickleball Players and Fans Invited to Attend Third Annual Eiffel Tower Classic, Sponsored by Knott’s Fine Foods, May 2-4 — Get ready to showcase your paddle power at the Third Annual Eiffel Tower Classic, happening May 2-4, in Paris, Tennessee. While players are serving up volleys, the weekend will also serve up delicious samples of snacks and dips, courtesy of tournament sponsor Knott’s Fine Foods, whose new mouthwatering Fried Pickle Dip is a crowd favorite—perfect for a day at the court.

  • Moyà and Blake Join Philippoussis as Legends Team Cup Captains Ahead of Historic Draft –The Legends Team Cup announced that Carlos Moyà, French Open winner, long-time coach of Rafael Nadal, and former world No. 1, and James Blake, former world No. 4 and current Tournament Director of the Miami Open, will join Davis Cup legend Mark Philippoussis to complete a powerhouse trio of captains for the inaugural 2025 season.

The Jito Foundation Becomes a Platinum Sponsor of the Los Angeles Mad Drops Major League Pickleball Team

MEDIA NEWS
The latest Headlines In Racquet Media

  • Major League Pickleball and Gray Media Announce Local Media Partnerships to Provide Expanded 2025 MLP Event Distribution in Multiple Team Markets - Viewers in the Atlanta Bouncers, Carolina Hogs, St. Louis Shock, and Columbus Sliders home markets and surrounding markets can expect a collection of team matches to air throughout the season, beginning with the league’s first two events – MLP Orlando (Apr. 24-27) and MLP Columbus (May 1-4). Full Schedule Here

  • The Jito Foundation Becomes a Platinum Sponsor of the Los Angeles Mad Drops Major League Pickleball Team - The Los Angeles Mad Drops have agreed to a multi-year deal that grants the Jito Foundation front-of-jersey sponsor rights, placing the brand at the forefront of the team’s identity. This partnership is set to amplify the protocol’s visibility across all team events and media platforms, including on-team uniforms, digital activations, and exclusive fan experiences.

  • Pādel Nuestro leads the growth of padel in Europe with its new spring campaign - Pādel Nuestro , the leading European distributor of padel equipment, launches a new international initiative aimed at bringing the sport to a greater number of players across the continent. The campaign, called Spring Padel (Good weather takes to the court), highlights the positive impact of padel as a healthy, social and accessible lifestyle. From April 8 to 22, Pādel Nuestro will activate a global action through its international e-commerce platform, offering selected seasonal products and personalized highlights in each local market.