Inspired by Black Excellence. Open to all.

It’s a Movement 

BLK Paddle is the first elite, culturally-rooted tournament series that elevates diverse athletes in America’s fastest-growing sport. It's where sport, music, food, and community collide to create an unforgettable experience.  It's a pivot from ad-hoc events to a competitive stage - be part of the movement that’s changing the game.

 

With real prize money, real recognition, and an experience where community, connection, and championship collide.

Partner With BLK Paddle

There are two ways to partner with BLK Paddle and they serve two different purposes.

 

Both matter. Both are valued. They just play different roles in bringing the experience to life.

 

SPONSOR

Partner with purpose. Invest in culture & visibility.

 

Sponsors help us put on the event. They partner with BLK Paddle to support the vision, the culture, and the competition — and to help bring the overall tournament experience to life.

Sponsors align with:

  • Our mission

  • Our message

  • Our community

  • Our commitment to Culture × Competition

Sponsorship is about visibility, alignment, and impact - before, during, and after the event.

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

 

BLK Paddle sponsorship packages are designed for brands that want to support the event, align with the culture, and elevate the competition experience.

 

Sponsorship levels range from Community Partner ($750) to Title Sponsor ($15,000), allowing partners to engage at a level that fits their goals and budget.  

 

What Sponsors Receive

 

While benefits scale by level, sponsorship packages may include:

  • Brand visibility across BLK Paddle marketing and event assets

  • Recognition before, during, and after the tournament

  • Alignment with BLK Paddle’s Culture × Competition mission

  • On-site presence and exposure (based on level)

  • Digital visibility through select promotions and communications

  • Association with a high-energy, community-driven pickleball experience

Higher-level sponsorships include expanded brand placement, premium recognition, and deeper integration into the tournament experience, with the Title Sponsor serving as the primary brand partner for the event.

 

Download the Sponsor Packet HERE

 

VENDOR

Connect your brand to players, fans, and culture.

 

Vendors help us create the experience. They are part of what players and spectators interact with when they walk through the door - the food, the products, the services, and the moments that make BLK Paddle feel alive.

Vendors contribute to:

  • The on-site atmosphere

  • The energy of the space

  • The experience beyond the court

Vendor participation is about presence, engagement, and experience during the event.

 

Download the Vendor Packet HERE

 

A Shared Goal - Different Roles

Sponsors and vendors are both essential to BLK Paddle.

 

Sponsors help make the event possible.

Vendors help make the event memorable.

 

Together, they help us create a tournament experience that feels intentional, elevated, and rooted in culture and competition.

Where 

Culture × Competition come to play.
 

Inspired by excellence. Open to all.

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