Proud sponsor of the 1st Pickleball Tournament at TC Neusäß — A complete success!

Pickleball is taking Germany by storm, and we at CHIEF SPORT are proud to be a part of it! On the weekend of June 21st and 22nd, 2026, history was made at Tennisclub Neusäß e.V.: the club's very first official pickleball tournament celebrated its premiere. As the main sponsor, we had the pleasure of supporting this magnificent event – and what can we say? It was an absolute smash hit!

Radiant sunshine and electrifying rallies

The conditions in the idyllic Schmutter valley could not have been better. With perfect summer weather and bright sunshine, the TC Neusäß facility was transformed into a vibrant pickleball arena. The response was overwhelming: numerous players and enthusiastic spectators made their way to the courts to experience the fascination of this fast-paced, dynamic sport up close.

From the first serve to the match point, the atmosphere on and off the courts was fantastic. Every point was hard-fought, top-class athletic performances were on display, and, above all, there was plenty of laughter. That is exactly what the pickleball community is all about – the perfect mix of athletic ambition and pure team spirit.

CHIEF SPORT support for the community

As a brand, it is especially important to us to actively promote the growth of pickleball in grassroots sports and to support clubs at the local level. For the tournament in Neusäß, we didn't hold back:

• Exclusive welcome packages: Every participant received great CHIEF SPORT welcome gifts, ensuring they were perfectly equipped to start their matches.

• Premium prizes for the best: We provided high-quality prizes for the winners' podiums, which brought bright smiles to faces during the ceremonial medal presentation.

The perfect supply of energy was also taken care of throughout the weekend. Thanks to generous donations, there was a great buffet with cakes, muffins, and sandwiches, as well as plenty of cool drinks to recharge the athletes' batteries after intense rallies.

A big thank you & congratulations!

An event of this class stands or falls with its organization. A huge thank you goes to the entire board of TC Neusäß e.V. for their trust and fantastic cooperation. A very special shout-out goes to coach Hajo Fischer, who manages the regular training sessions and introductory courses on-site with a lot of passion, thereby building a real foundation for the sport in the region.

We congratulate all winners and runners-up on their medals! You gave it your all and showed just how much power there is in this sport.

Now it's your turn: Catch the pickleball fever!

Did you miss the tournament, or have you now been inspired to pick up a paddle yourself? TC Neusäß offers regular introductory courses for beginners and training for advanced players. Just take a look at the club's pickleball page!

And the right equipment? You can find that with us, of course. Whether you are just starting out or want to take your performance to the next level – discover the high-performance paddles, balls, and accessories in our CHIEF SPORT online shop now and become part of the fastest-growing sport in the world!