In this PicklePalz Podcast tech update, host and CEO Adam Mendelsohn unveils the exciting new developments in Phase Two of the PicklePalz app — from new features and pricing models to the global vision driving the platform’s expansion.

Fresh off a major kickoff call with CEO Kelly Powell, Adam breaks down the design, function, and philosophy behind what will soon be the most advanced and community-driven pickleball app in the world.

✅ Phase Two Development Kickoff

• Official launch meeting held with CEO Kelly Powell, development team, and Adam’s father to map out Phase Two.

• Wireframes and prototypes for new features are complete — including tournaments, subscriptions, and groups.

• The development team continues to overdeliver with a sleek, easy-to-use interface designed for both new and veteran pickleball players.

✅ Introducing PicklePalz Plus Subscription

• PicklePalz Plus will offer enhanced features for players:

  • $2/month or $20/year subscription

  • Free entry or requests to join official tournaments

  • 24-hour customer support for issues such as DUPR score updates or tournament disputes

• Designed to save players money while streamlining access to tournaments and community play opportunities.

✅ Group Tiers for Clubs, Colleges, and Communities

• New group packages will allow organizations to host internal tournaments without extra setup fees:

  • 50 players – $20/month

  • 200 players – $35/month

  • 300 players – $50/month

• Universities, high schools, and local clubs can now manage members, host events, and build community entirely within the PicklePalz ecosystem.

• Internal tournament hosting is free once a group is established — no extra fees, ever.

✅ New Tournament Board & Tabs

• The home screen now includes three clear tabs:

  • Pals (to connect with other players)

  • Groups (to join or manage communities)

  • Tournaments (to discover and join events)

• The Tournament Board will allow users to search by date, location, and type (indoor/outdoor) and view detailed event pages with DUPR scores, entry info, and photos.

• Players can even plan cross-country tournament routes, filtering events by state and date for travel play.

✅ Map Feature for Court Discovery

• Integration of the PicklePalz Map, powered by a new data team compiling verified courts nationwide.

• Players can add or recommend courts directly in the app — building a crowd-sourced global directory of pickleball locations.

• Filters for public/private, indoor/outdoor, and facility links will make finding a place to play easier than ever.

✅ Global Growth & Accessibility

• Phase Two will also introduce multi-language support, including Spanish and Hebrew, as PicklePalz expands internationally.

• The app’s mission remains clear: to facilitate gameplay, build community, and make pickleball accessible to everyone, everywhere.

✅ Adam’s Leadership Philosophy

• Adam credits PicklePalz’s growth to listening first:

  “We take feedback from players and colleges constantly. Every update we make comes from what the community tells us they want.”

• With constant input from university partners, PicklePalz continues to grow as a community-first, player-driven platform.

• Download the PicklePalz App: Free on App Store & Google Play

• Visit the Website: www.PicklePalz.net

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• Contact Adam on WhatsApp or via email: [email protected]

🎙 Hosted by Adam Mendelsohn, CEO and founder of PicklePalz.

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