Franklin Sports and Indian Pickleball Association Forge Groundbreaking Partnership :
New Delhi [India], May 17: Franklin Sports, a prominent name in sports equipment, has formed a groundbreaking partnership with the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA), making the Franklin X40 the official ball for all IPA events.
The announcement, made by Jared Franklin, Director of International Sales and Partnerships at Franklin Sports, marks a significant milestone for the sport.
“Franklin is excited to collaborate with IPA, the leading organization promoting pickleball in India,” said Franklin. “This partnership highlights our dedication to advancing the sport and heralds a new era of innovation and excellence.”
Manish Rao, Director of Franklin India and board member of the Global Pickleball Federation, shared Franklin’s enthusiasm, emphasizing India’s crucial role in the company’s strategy.
“Our plans for India are ambitious, and working with IPA, the largest nonprofit promoting pickleball in the region, perfectly aligns with our objectives,” Rao stated.
IPA President Suryaveer Singh Bhullar also expressed his excitement about the partnership, noting the bright future it promises. “We are thrilled to team up with Franklin Sports,” Bhullar said.
| Partnership | Details |
|---|---|
| Parties Involved | Franklin Sports and Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) |
| Announcement Date | May 17, 2024 |
| Key Individuals | – Jared Franklin, Director of International Sales and Partnerships, Franklin Sports, Manish Rao, Director of Franklin India and board member of the Global Pickleball Federation, Suryaveer Singh Bhullar, President of IPA |
| Official Ball | Franklin X40 |
| Significance | – Marks a significant milestone for pickleball,Highlights Franklin Sports’ commitment to the sport’s development |
| Strategic Vision | – Emphasizes India’s crucial role in Franklin Sports’ strategy, Partnership aligns with Franklin’s goals to promote pickleball in India |
| Speculated Investment | Substantial, though specifics remain confidential |
| About Franklin Sports | – Founded in 1946, Leading global brand in sports equipment, Known for innovative, high-quality products |
| About Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) | – Premier organization for pickleball in India, Promotes the sport’s growth, development, and accessibility Largest number of affiliated states and players in India |
“This partnership paves the way for exciting opportunities and reflects our shared commitment to advancing pickleball globally.”
Although the exact terms of the deal are confidential, there is speculation about a significant investment from Franklin Sports, reflecting the company’s strong commitment to the sport’s growth and development.
About Franklin Sports :
Founded in 1946, Franklin Sports is a leading global brand in sports equipment, renowned for its innovative and high-quality products across various sports categories.
About the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) :
The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) is the premier organization for pickleball in India, dedicated to promoting the sport’s growth, development, and accessibility nationwide. IPA has the largest number of affiliated states and the most professional and amateur players in India.
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