{"id":115589,"date":"2026-01-18T08:50:25","date_gmt":"2026-01-18T08:50:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/playsight.com\/?p=115589"},"modified":"2026-01-18T08:50:25","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T08:50:25","slug":"diadem-pickleball-partnership","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/playsight.com\/press-releases\/diadem-pickleball-partnership\/","title":{"rendered":"PlaySight and Diadem Pickleball Complex Announce Major Partnership Powering Florida\u2019s Largest Pickleball Expansion with SmartCourt\u00ae Technology"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Boston, MA \u2013 January 18, 2026<\/strong> \u2014 PlaySight, the global leader in AI-powered sports technology, today announced a major partnership with <strong>Diadem Pickleball Complex<\/strong>, Florida\u2019s largest and fastest-growing pickleball franchise. The partnership will bring <strong>PlaySight SmartCourt\u00ae technology<\/strong> to Diadem locations across Florida, beginning with <strong>eight new club openings in 2026<\/strong> and additional locations planned for <strong>2027 and beyond.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Confirmed 2026 Diadem Pickleball Complex openings include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Jensen Beach<\/li>\n<li>Panama City<\/li>\n<li>Wellington<\/li>\n<li>Sanford<\/li>\n<li>Jacksonville<\/li>\n<li>Tampa<\/li>\n<li>Palmetto Bay<\/li>\n<li>South Miami<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This landmark collaboration represents one of the largest technology rollouts in pickleball club history and sets a new standard for how pickleball facilities <strong>attract players, retain members, and unlock new revenue streams <\/strong>through cutting-edge digital experiences.<\/p>\n<h4>Powering the Next Generation of Pickleball Clubs<\/h4>\n<p>As pickleball continues its explosive growth nationwide, Diadem Pickleball Complex is investing in best-in-class infrastructure to elevate the player and member experience. By integrating <strong>PlaySight SmartCourt\u00ae technology<\/strong> across its expanding network, Diadem clubs will offer players access to automated video capture, live streaming, performance review, highlights, and data-driven insights \u2014 all without disrupting play.<\/p>\n<p>PlaySight SmartCourt\u00ae transforms every court into a connected digital experience, enabling clubs to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Attract new players<\/strong> with broadcast-quality live streaming, social-ready highlights, and premium experiences<\/li>\n<li><strong>Retain members<\/strong> through personalized content, skill development tools, and community engagement<\/li>\n<li><strong>Monetize court time<\/strong> via memberships, clinics, lessons, events, tournaments, sponsorships, and branded content<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignnone size-full wp-image-115591\" src=\"https:\/\/playsight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Diadem-Pikleball.png\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/playsight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Diadem-Pikleball.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"420\" height=\"592\" title=\"\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%27420%27%20height%3D%27592%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%20420%20592%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%27420%27%20height%3D%27592%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/playsight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Diadem-Pikleball-200x282.png 200w, https:\/\/playsight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Diadem-Pikleball-213x300.png 213w, https:\/\/playsight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Diadem-Pikleball-400x564.png 400w, https:\/\/playsight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Diadem-Pikleball.png 420w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>A Competitive Advantage for Club Owners and Players Alike<\/h4>\n<p>For Diadem Pickleball Complex, SmartCourt\u00ae technology provides a powerful operational and marketing advantage. Club operators gain visibility into court usage, programming opportunities, and player engagement, while players enjoy the ability to relive matches, share highlights, track progress, and feel more connected to their club.<\/p>\n<p>From recreational players to competitive athletes, coaches, and event organizers, SmartCourt\u00ae creates value across every level of participation \u2014 turning pickleball courts into scalable, revenue-generating digital assets.<\/p>\n<h4>Quotes<\/h4>\n<p>\u201cAt PlaySight, our mission is to enhance how sports are played, taught, and experienced through intelligent technology. Partnering with <strong>Diadem Pickleball Complexes<\/strong> brings that mission to life on court\u2014delivering A<strong>I-powered insights, automated video, and immersive engagement<\/strong> across Diadem\u2019s premier facilities. Together, we\u2019re building a home for pickleball where players of every level can <strong>train with purpose, compete smarter, and connect more deeply <\/strong>with the game \u2014 and with each other.\u201d <strong>Matt Gibson &#8211; VP of Sales, PlaySight<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cDiadem Pickleball Complexes are designed to be more than just courts &#8211; they are a hub for development, competition, and community. Playsight\u2019s AI-powered technology perfectly aligns with that vision, helping players track progress, improve performance, and engage with the sport in a more meaningful way. We are excited to create an unmatched experience that elevates how pickleball is played, taught, and enjoyed together.&#8221; <strong>Evan Specht &#8211; Co-Founder Diadem Sports<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>Setting the Standard for Pickleball\u2019s Future<\/h4>\n<p>With Florida at the center of pickleball\u2019s growth, this partnership positions Diadem Pickleball Complex as a technology-forward leader in the space. As new locations open throughout 2026 and additional expansions launch in 2027, PlaySight and Diadem are jointly redefining what a modern pickleball club can be \u2014 blending community, competition, and cutting-edge technology at scale.<\/p>\n<h4>About PlaySight<\/h4>\n<p>PlaySight is the global leader in AI-powered sports video and analytics technology. Used by leading clubs, federations, schools, and professional organizations worldwide, PlaySight SmartCourt\u00ae technology delivers automated video, live streaming, analytics, and performance tools across multiple sports, including pickleball, tennis, basketball, and more.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.playsight.com\">www.playsight.com<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>About Diadem Pickleball Complex<\/h4>\n<p>Founded in 2015, Diadem is a premium racket sports brand defined by precision and craft. The company designs high-quality equipment with an uncompromising focus on engineering, consistency, and long-term performance at every level of the game.<\/p>\n<p>Guided by a long-term vision and a deep respect for the sport, Diadem is committed to quality without compromise, community-driven growth, and products designed to endure. Through thoughtful design and disciplined execution, Diadem aims to elevate the experience of playing and living the sport.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diadempickleballcomplex.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.diadempickleballcomplex.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Boston, MA \u2013 January 18, 2026 \u2014 PlaySight, the global leader in AI-powered sports technology, today announced a major partnership with Diadem Pickleball Complex, Florida\u2019s largest and fastest-growing pickleball 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