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Pickleball gets its largest-ever investment: $225 million. ‘It’s still a growth sport – it’s not just a fad.’

As valuations in major sports leagues like the NFL have surged, institutional investors have turned to smaller, fast-growing sports.

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May 1, 2026·1 min read
Pickleball gets its largest-ever investment: $225 million. ‘It’s still a growth sport – it’s not just a fad.’

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As valuations in major sports leagues like the NFL have surged, institutional investors have turned to smaller, fast-growing sports.

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Pickleball gets its largest-ever investment: $225 million. ‘It’s still a growth sport – it’s not just a fad.’

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