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DUPR ANNOUNCES JOOLA AS OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF DUPR COLLEGIATE PICKLEBALL EVENTS

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas and ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) and JOOLA, a leading brand in pickleball and table tennis, today announced a new partnership that will see JOOLA become the Official Sponsor of DUPR Collegiate Pickleball, the largest tournament series for college players.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas and ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) and JOOLA, a leading brand in pickleball and table tennis, today announced a new partnership that will see JOOLA become the Official Sponsor of DUPR Collegiate Pickleball, the largest tournament series for college players.
  • JOOLA named Official Sponsor of DUPR Collegiate Pickleball, the largest tournament series for college players.
  • DUPR Collegiate Pickleball Powered by JOOLA will have a total of 26 events in the Spring and Fall, with 8 Super Regional events and 16 Campus Regional events, Individual National Championships in June and the Collegiate National Championships in November.
  • Since hosting its first college event in 2022, DUPR Collegiate Pickleball has hosted 16 events for 1300 athletes – including the largest collegiate pickleball tournament ever with over 350 players – and contributed over $250,000 in scholarship money and travel stipends for players.

Phoenix's Largest School Choice Week Celebration to Feature Balloon Drop, 50+ Learning Vendors

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Monday, January 15, 2024

PHOENIX, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A free family fun night and school fair will return, bigger than ever, to the Children's Museum of Phoenix on Saturday, Jan. 20, bringing several hundred families and educators together to celebrate local learning choices. More than 50 school booths and vendors will join the celebration, including charter schools, college prep schools, microschools, Autism academies, Catholic schools, and homeschool support groups.

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  • More than 50 school booths and vendors will join the celebration, including charter schools, college prep schools, microschools, Autism academies, Catholic schools, and homeschool support groups.
  • Besides visiting school booths and connecting with local resources, families can explore the popular museum and enjoy free face painting, balloon twisting, snacks, and a photo booth.
  • The event will be the largest celebration in the Phoenix area of National School Choice Week, an annual week highlighting education options and the joy of learning.
  • "National School Choice Week is a time for families to explore different options available to meet their children's educational needs.

New Pickleball Paddle Gives Tennis Players the Upper Hand

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Arizona start-up pickleball brand CRUSH is excited to announce an exclusive national distribution partnership with Fromuth Racquet Sports, an industry-leading wholesaler, for its new, state-of-the-art pickleball paddle RQT (pronounced "Racquet"). Fromuth will promote RQT (patent pending) across its national network of 25,000 pro shops, clubs, retailers and coaches. Consumers can purchase the paddle now directly through fromuthpickleball.com.  

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  • The unique features of RQT ($199.95) include a maximum allowable 17-inch-long frame and an extra-extended 6.5-inch handle that work together to solve a major problem for many tennis and pickleball players – hitting two-handed backhands comfortably.
  • The paddle takes advantage of recent breakthrough advances in pickleball paddle construction – specifically, thermoformed raw carbon fiber engineering that generates 20-25% more power than traditional assembled paddles.
  • CRUSH and Fromuth believe the RQT paddle will immediately disrupt the pickleball paddle market that generates over $150 million annually and is comprised of a crowded field of over 500 companies.
  • The opportunity to develop a new category of Maximum Allowable Standard paddles has the potential to provide players with the most powerful and maneuverable pickleball paddle ever made.

SONIC Introduces a Flavor Combo That’s Too Crazy Not to Try with New Peanut Butter and Bacon Cheeseburger and Peanut Butter and Bacon Shake

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

For a limited time at drive-ins nationwide starting January 8, guests can experience the unique pairing of peanut butter and bacon with the new Peanut Butter Bacon SuperSONIC® Double Cheeseburger and the Peanut Butter Bacon Shake.

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  • For a limited time at drive-ins nationwide starting January 8, guests can experience the unique pairing of peanut butter and bacon with the new Peanut Butter Bacon SuperSONIC® Double Cheeseburger and the Peanut Butter Bacon Shake.
  • These flavors may sound too extreme, but don’t knock ‘em until you try ‘em!
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240102806314/en/
    SONIC Introduces a Flavor Combo That’s Too Crazy Not to Try with New Peanut Butter and Bacon Cheeseburger and Peanut Butter and Bacon Shake (Photo: Business Wire)
    Bacon makes everything better, and it’s the perfect savory, crunchy complement to sweet and creamy peanut butter!
  • SONIC is bringing this combination fans didn’t even know they needed to its iconic cheeseburger lineup with the Peanut Butter Bacon SuperSONIC® Double Cheeseburger, with two 100% pure beef patties layered with creamy peanut butter, crispy bacon, grilled onions and melty cheese on a toasted bakery bun.

Protect AI Named to 2023 Fortune Cyber 60 List

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Protect AI , the artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) security company, today announced it has been named to the inaugural edition of the Fortune Cyber 60 List , which recognizes the top 60 cyber security companies in the world.

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  • Protect AI , the artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) security company, today announced it has been named to the inaugural edition of the Fortune Cyber 60 List , which recognizes the top 60 cyber security companies in the world.
  • Protect AI is profiled in the Fortune Cyber 60 report , and was selected for helping organizations see, know and manage security risk in ML systems and AI applications, end-to-end, so they can defend against unique AI security vulnerabilities, data breaches and emerging threats.
  • “Being named to the Fortune Cyber 60 List in our first year of operation, alongside some of the largest security vendors in the industry is a tremendous honor, and speaks to the importance of the problem we are addressing in securing AI,” said Ian Swanson, co-founder and CEO of Protect AI.
  • Protect AI ModelScan is an open source project that scans models to determine if they contain unsafe code.

AI Has Entered the Kitchen: SwingVision Brings its Award-Winning AI Stats and Line Calling to Pickleball

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

SAN MATEO, Calif., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SwingVision, the company on a mission to democratize the professional sports experience for athletes of all levels, today announced its expansion into America's fastest-growing sport, pickleball. Backed by Andy Roddick, Lindsay Davenport, James Blake and other athletes, SwingVision has been laser-focused on the tennis industry and its 23.6 million players across the U.S. Today's expansion means that picklers across the U.S. can elevate their game with automated stats, highlights and line calling with just the phone in their pocket.

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  • "Our users have been asking us to expand into pickleball for quite some time now, and we've answered the call.
  • We can't wait for all pickleball players to experience the magic of SwingVision."
  • "We're so excited to bring SwingVision's cutting-edge AI to America's fastest-growing sport," said Swupnil Sahai, Co-Founder and CEO of SwingVision.
  • Using its patent-pending object-tracking AI, SwingVision automatically tracks the ball trajectory in 3D using just the users' device to generate pro-quality stats, highlights, and line calling.

Pickle Juice® Participates in World's Largest Pickle Party

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

MESQUITE, Texas, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pickle Juice®, the pioneer in providing scientifically proven methods to prevent muscle cramps and dehydration, has announced its participation and sponsorship of the upcoming World's Largest Pickle Party, which will be held on the 11th and 12th of November at Power Plant Live! In Baltimore.

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  • Additionally, attendees can take their pickle party experience to the next level by indulging in the newest offering from Pickle Juice, chasers, available for purchase exclusively at the Tullamore D.E.W.
  • He elaborates,"There's no better place to be than at the World's Largest Pickle Party.
  • Made up of a proprietary grain and blend of vinegar, Pickle Juice® works to block nerve signals that cause cramping.
  • Pickle Juice®  is available in a 1-gallon extra strength pickle juice, 16 ounce pickle juice sport, 8 ounce pickle juice sport, 2.5 ounce pickle juice shot and now chasers, as well as two flavors.

Chicago-Based Pickle Haüs Announces Grand Opening Date of November 17, 2023 for Flagship Location in Algonquin

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pickle Haüs, a state-of-the-art entertainment venue and eatery, announced its grand opening will be November 17, 2023. The 41,000 square-foot eatertainment destination will redefine the pickleball experience for enthusiasts and newcomers alike, combining 12 indoor pickleball courts with an exceptional restaurant, bar, two golf simulators, private event space and an outdoor dining patio.  

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pickle Haüs , a state-of-the-art entertainment venue and eatery, announced its grand opening will be November 17, 2023.
  • "At Pickle Haüs, we are intentionally creating a community where people can actively socialize and enjoy playing pickleball," said Pickle Haüs co-founder Jeff VanDixhorn.
  • "We're also backed by a strong network of partners who will provide best-in-class resources, equipment and services to enhance the Pickle Haüs experience."
  • Companies supporting Pickle Haüs include:
    Joola USA, a leading sports equipment brand, will provide a wide range of high-quality paddles and accessories.

From Pickles to Viral: How Live Selling Catapulted One Online Shop to TikTok Sensation & 1.8x Monthly Growth in Sales

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Bad Addiction Boutique's live selling journey with the CommentSold platform has propelled them to an astonishing 1.8x surge in month-over-month GMV, growing sales to over $1M in August alone.

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  • Bad Addiction Boutique's live selling journey with the CommentSold platform has propelled them to an astonishing 1.8x surge in month-over-month GMV, growing sales to over $1M in August alone.
  • Leveraging their authentic live selling and community approach with CommentSold's cutting-edge live selling capabilities, Bad Addiction Boutique has harnessed the power of social channels, their website, and branded mobile app–to drive unprecedented growth.
  • This achievement is a testament to the growing enthusiasm for live selling in the fashion industry, where apparel reigns supreme as the most-watched category in video commerce programming.
  • In fact, 57% of first-time live sale shoppers originate directly from TikTok , making it a powerful platform for live selling, as evidenced by Bad Addiction Boutique's phenomenal success.

KNIGHTHEAD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC JOINS ELECTRIC PICKLE AS STRATEGIC PARTNER

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Knighthead Capital Management, LLC ("Knighthead") announced today that through certain of their managed entities, they have joined the highly anticipated pickleball-themed entertainment complex founded by Paul Frederick, Guillermo Mascarenas and Eduardo Gomez, owners of Carolo Corporation and Eureka! Restaurant Group, as a strategic partner. Electric Pickle has broken ground in Las Vegas, NV and Tempe, AZ and will expand into several other key cities nationwide in 2023 and 2024 including Roseville CA, Katy TX, Rancho Cucamonga CA, and additional locations soon to be announced.  

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  • Each Electric Pickle location will have 10 courts and full-service private cabanas for players to relax in between games in a luxurious and refined environment.
  • "Knighthead Capital Management, LLC and the Electric Pickle team share the same values and passion to provide everyone with an electrifying pickleball experience," said Paul Frederick.
  • "Pickleball is an incredibly social game, and we are thrilled to unify those who play the sport through the opening of Electric Pickle complexes in key regions throughout the United States," said Tom Wagner, Co-Founder of Knighthead Capital Management LLC.
  • Hospitality is at the forefront of the Electric Pickle experience and the team is looking forward to welcoming guests in Spring 2024.