Sports Development
Pikup Padel to open first North East venue in Gateshead
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Pikup Padel is launching its inaugural facility in the North East at Follingsby Park in Gateshead, featuring 11 courts for the rapidly growing racket sport. The 33,400 sq ft venue, secured on a 10-year lease, is set to open this summer and create jobs in coaching and operations. Managing director Paddy Kendall highlighted the site's alignment with the company's vision for padel.
Les Ormes Resort in Jersey is expanding its padel facilities with a £200,000 investment, including £75,000 from a Jersey Business grant. The project will add new courts to the existing setup, which already attracts around 1,000 players weekly. This development aims to create a dedicated padel and wellness hub at the resort.
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Plans for a new indoor padel facility in Preston have been approved by the city council, adding to the growing popularity of the racket sport. The venue on Mercer Street in Fishwick will feature 10 courts and operate extended hours. This development merges two vacant units on an industrial estate.
The Namibia Professional Padel League (NPPL) begins today, marking the introduction of a structured competitive platform for the rapidly growing sport in the country. Organized by Padel Addicts and LIV Padel Windhoek, the year-round league aims to formalize competitions and support player development. It features weekly seasons and major tournaments to boost visibility.
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Rutland County Council is considering proposals to build two padel courts at Rutland Water Golf Club. The development aims to introduce the rapidly growing sport to the site, with minimal impact on local traffic and parking. A consultation period is set for February ahead of a final decision.