Why Custom Pickleball Paddles are a great idea this Christmas

Introduction

Corporate Christmas Presents can feel like deja vu, the same bottle of wine, the same towel and bland old baskets. If you are thinking of switching it up this holiday season, custom pickleball paddles are the perfect gift idea. They are cost effective, fun, fresh, and most importantly, a great marketing tool, increasing the visibility of your brand on and off the court, leveraging on the sky rocketing popularity of pickleball.

With more brands and companies investing in wellness, staff engagement and meaningful branded merchandise, custom branded pickleball paddles hit all the right notes. It could be for a personal touch internally, or a high impact gift for clients, these paddles will keep your brand in the front of peoples minds and memories. Even better, your brand remains at the forefront.

It kills to birds with one stone - Marketing Campaign & the inevitable Christmas Gift.

Key Takeaways

  • Custom pickleball paddles are trending and ideal for business gifting.

  • Custom branded paddles showcase your logo and message in a unique way.

  • Pickleball for business supports wellness, morale, and team bonding.

  • Custom paddle gifts offer long-lasting brand visibility beyond the holidays.

  • Bulk ordering is available for Christmas gifting campaigns with full customisation.

The Rise of Pickleball and Its Corporate Appeal

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport worldwide. It is accessible, social and super fun, making it perfect for all ages and skill levels, even if you don't play. For businesses, this presents a great opportunity. Pickleball for business is now a thing. From hosting events to adding courts to offices, companies are utilising pickleball as a means to connect and promote wellness within the workplace.

When you are gifting a custom branded pickleball paddle, it isn't just a product. You are giving your staff and clients a reason to connect, play and stay active, all while increasing the visibility of your brand. It is a no brainer!

Why Pickleball Makes Sense for Business

Benefit Business Value
Fastest-growing sport Relevance, appeal across all age groups
Inclusive, low-barrier to entry Great for diverse teams and clients
Combines fun & fitness Supports wellness and morale initiatives
Social gameplay Encourages networking and team bonding


Why Custom Pickleball Paddles Make Unique Corporate

Let's be honest, no one is remembering the bottle of wine or another tote bag. A sleek, personalised custom pickleball paddles with your brand logo? Now that is a gift that sparks conversation and excitement.

If you are choosing a holiday themed design, your brands colours or your logo, custom branded paddles show creativity. They are functional, on trend and deliver serious brand visibility.

Smart Customisation Ideas for Business Gifting

  • Company logo and brand colors

  • Holiday-themed designs: “Serving Up Cheer!”

  • Paddle face art that reflects your company culture

Branded Pickleball Paddles Support Wellness and Team Engagement

With companies placing greater emphasis upon employee health and well being, pickleball for business fits perfectly - an accessible, easy and fun sport. It encourages movement, reduces stress, and provides an easy way to connect with staff outside the spreadsheets.

Gifting custom pickleball paddles for employees can spark new ideas - company mini leagues, tournaments and friendly games that all build workplace synergy. 

And for the clients? It is thoughtful and a forward thinking gesture that sets you apart from all the other gifts they will be receiving.

Long-Term Brand Visibility with Pickleball Paddle Gifts

Another bottle of wine amongst the many that a client receives... They won't even remember which one you gave them.

"Was it the Moet or the Wine Bladder."

Custom branded pickleball paddles stick around and stand out. Firstly, they will clearly remember who gifted them a pickleball paddle because WHO HAS EVER DONE THAT?! And secondly, it has YOUR logo on it, so you stand out from the crowd. 

Every time someone plays a game or talks about pickleball, your brand will be front of mind.

"Guess what I received from (Your brand)."

Unlike custom branded office mugs or pens, a custom branded pickleball paddles travels to parks, events, clubs and courts, putting your brand in authentic, positive and healthy environments.

Branding Benefits:

  • Repeated brand exposure at public courts and events

  • Association with fitness, fun, and positive vibes

  • Evergreen use—this isn’t a one-season gift

  • Unique enough to be talked about (and shown off)

How to Order Custom Pickleball Paddles in Bulk for Christmas

Here is the no BS guide to getting your custom branded pickleball paddles underway.

  1. Select your paddle material. Fibreglass or Carbon Fibre.
  2. Customise your design: Think brand colours and logo.
  3. Place Order: Keep in mind lead time is 4-6 weeks.
  4. Bundle the Gift: Add balls and paddle covers to complete the set.

To Sum up Custom Pickleball Paddles

DO NOT GIVE ANOTHER BOTTLE OF WINE.

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