Road to Pro prides itself on creating cutting-edge sports gear that focuses on
both enhancing performance and protecting athletes from injury
CHICAGO (October 15, 2024)— The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) is pairing up with Road to Pro, a sports performance brand specializing in proactively preventing injuries through innovative products, as the organization’s official sock partner beginning in 2025.
“We’re pleased to welcome Road to Pro to the APP family,” said Ryan McSpadden, chief revenue officer of the APP. “Socks are one of our most sought-after items at our APP Tour Pro Shop during tournaments, and we are looking forward to a great partnership. Together, APP and RTP will make a great pair.”
The 2025 APP Tour calendar will feature 14 nationally televised events and more than 55 hours of linear broadcast coverage, giving Road to Pro, alongside the nation’s top pickleball pros, unprecedented visibility on a national stage. In addition, Road to Pro will boast prominent branding and signage at each event to showcase its best-in-class apparel. The complete 2025 APP event schedule—including dates, locations, venues and broadcast information—will be announced in the coming weeks via theapp.global.
"We’re incredibly excited to join forces with the APP and have our products in the hands, and on the feet, of so many talented athletes,” said Sky Kim, founder and CEO of Road to Pro. “Partnering with the APP, along with players like Megan Fudge, Kyle Yates, and many other pros, is a perfect match for Road to Pro. Our goal has always been to help players unlock their potential and stay healthy on the court, and this partnership allows us to extend that mission to the growing pickleball community."
The pickleball community can stay in the know on the latest APP updates by following the APP’s Instagram, X, Threads, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn channels. To learn more about Road to Pro, visit rtpsports.com and follow us on Instagram.
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About the APP:
The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) provides opportunities for pickleball players of all ages and skill levels—professionals, amateurs and recreational—to compete in world-class pickleball events for the opportunity to win prize money and be featured on nationally televised broadcasts on CBS Sports, ESPN and FOX Sports. Since its launch in 2019, the APP has operated the first and only pro and amateur pickleball tour fully and officially sanctioned by USA Pickleball. It also became the first pickleball organization ever to establish an official headquarters and training center with The Fort in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The APP Tour’s 2025 schedule will feature the most robust pickleball showcase across pro and amateur competitions accompanied by youth development programs, grassroots charity initiatives and international partnerships to continue to grow the game. Schedules, recent news and additional information about the APP are available at theapp.global and on Instagram, X, Threads, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.
About Road to Pro:
Road to Pro (RTP) is a leading innovator in performance-enhancing sports gear, dedicated to helping athletes unlock their full potential. Born from the world of professional tennis, RTP's products are designed with elite athletes in mind, offering advanced solutions for injury prevention and performance improvement. From our UltraGrip socks, designed to prevent slippage and reduce foot fatigue, to our ShockSorb dampeners, engineered to absorb impact and protect joints, RTP is committed to providing cutting-edge technology and superior comfort for athletes of all levels.
With a background in coaching world-class athletes like Hyeon Chung, who famously beat Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open, RTP's founder, Sky Kim, brings deep expertise in tennis and a passion for supporting athletes on their journey to success. RTP’s mission is to ensure athletes stay healthy, perform at their best, and enjoy the sports they love with top-tier gear. Whether you’re a recreational player or an elite competitor, RTP has the equipment you need to elevate your game.
For more information, visit www.rtptennis.com and follow us on Instagram.