PIVOT Agency announced that DoorDash will sponsor the DoorDash Celebrity Pickleball Bash, a sports and entertainment event set for February 15-16, 2025, at the Warfield Theatre in San Francisco. The event will feature celebrity and pro-player teams in a weekend of family fun and competition.
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Event Highlights
The Celebrity Pickleball Bash will bring together stars from sports, entertainment, and professional pickleball. Hosted by San Francisco legends Brandi Chastain, Chris Mullin, Hunter Pence, and Terrell Owens, the event aims to celebrate the growing popularity of pickleball. MMA star Urijah Faber will also join the lineup.
The tournament will showcase pro players, including Christian Alshon, Hayden Patriquin, Parris Todd, and Jessie Irvine, paired with celebrity partners in exciting matchups. The event is designed for fans of all ages, blending competition and entertainment in a family-friendly environment.
Celebrity Partners and Equity Roster
Headlining the event’s equity partners are Jalen Brunson, Jessie James Decker, Eric Decker, and Mario Lopez, who will emcee the event. These stars, along with the celebrity participants, highlight the unique nature of the tournament, combining sports and entertainment for a memorable experience.
Expert Insights
“As pickleball continues to surge in popularity and bring communities together, we’re thrilled to be the presenting sponsor for the inaugural Celebrity Pickleball Bash.” – (Ariel Gambardella)
“At DoorDash, we strive to connect people to more of what they love, and this event and partnership will do just that as we celebrate the sport’s impact with an unforgettable weekend of fun, competition, and camaraderie.” – (Ariel Gambardella, DoorDash’s Head of Brand Partnerships)
Ben Shapiro, Founder and CEO of PIVOT Agency, added,
“DoorDash has always had a strong connection to their consumers and San Francisco. We’re thrilled to have them join us for our inaugural event.” – (Ben Shapiro)
“DoorDash shares our vision in trying to connect fans with the stars they love in a family-friendly environment that we are calling Pickletainment. This is going to be a special weekend.” – (Ben Shapiro)
Significance of the Event
The DoorDash Celebrity Pickleball Bash showcases the rapid rise of pickleball as a unifying sport that blends competition with community engagement. Events like this help elevate pickleball to new heights, creating opportunities for fans to connect with their favorite stars in a fun and welcoming setting.
As the inaugural event prepares to launch, it promises to leave a lasting impact on the sport, paving the way for similar gatherings in the future.
News in Brief: DoorDash Celebrity Pickleball Bash
The DoorDash Celebrity Pickleball Bash will take place on February 15-16, 2025, at San Francisco’s Warfield Theatre. Featuring celebrity and pro-player teams, the event blends competition and entertainment in a family-friendly setting. Hosted by sports legends, it highlights pickleball’s rapid growth and its unifying appeal in sports and entertainment.
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