Pickleball Kingdom serving up clubs in Australia and New Zealand

Pickleball Kingdom has announced plans to extend its brand to more international markets.

The pickleball franchise reported that has reached a new master franchise agreement with Australian entrepreneur Cameron Bloomfield. The agreement calls for Bloomfield to develop clubs in Australia and New Zealand. In July,

In July, Pickleball Kingdom saw the opening of its first international location with the debut of a new club in Gurugram, India.

“Australia and New Zealand mark another major milestone in our global journey,” said Ace Rodrigues, founder and CEO of Pickleball Kingdom. “Pickleball Kingdom is now in four countries, with more on the way. Universally, the world all agrees on the value of physical and mental health as well as community. Our mission is to bring the Kingdom experience to players around the globe, and with this partnership, we’re doing exactly that.”

As Master Franchisee, Bloomfield will lead market development, site selection, franchise growth, and the rollout of Pickleball Kingdom clubs. Bloomfield has more than three decades of experience in strategy, acquisitions, property development, and leading. His career includes delivering more than 500 childcare locations and 150 homes across Melbourne.

Bloomfield is also a five-time Australian representative at the Triathlon World Championships.

“Cam possesses the commercial expertise, development experience, and passion for community needed to build something special across Australia and New Zealand,” said Rob Streett, president and chief global officer of Pickleball Kingdom. “His experience developing spaces that bring people together makes him an exceptional partner as we introduce the Kingdom experience to communities across the region.”

“Pickleball is more than a sport, it’s a catalyst for community, belonging, and wellbeing,” Bloomfield added. “I’m honoured to partner with Pickleball Kingdom to deliver world-class clubs that bring people together and build pathways for the players, coaches, and champions of tomorrow.”

In the United States, Pickleball Kingdom has more than 40 open clubs while awarding more than 400 franchise locations.