AED Safety in Pickleball Events: The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA), AED.US, and Philips have joined forces to make the sport of pickleball safer by placing lifesaving devices near the court. Starting in 2025, every PPA Tour event will have a Philips HeartStart OnSite AED available on site, aiming to better prepare players, coaches, and fans for sudden cardiac emergencies.
Working Together to Save Lives
AED.US, a leader in automated external defibrillators, and Philips, the company behind the HeartStart OnSite AED, are teaming up with the Professional Pickleball Association. Their shared goal is to raise awareness about sudden cardiac arrest and provide life-saving equipment where it’s needed most—on and around the pickleball court.
“At AED.US, we’re proud to partner with Philips and the PPA to bring greater awareness and access to the life-saving Philips HeartStart OnSite AED in the pickleball community,” said Rob Vaka, Vice President of Strategic Growth at AED.US.
“This partnership is about empowering players, coaches, and venues with the tools and confidence to save lives when every second matters.” – (Rob Vaka)
A Fast-Growing Sport Needs Better Safety
Pickleball is now one of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S., with more than 35 million players. Many of them are older adults, a group more at risk for sudden cardiac arrest. Every day, over 1,000 people in the U.S. experience sudden cardiac arrest. Without quick action, survival becomes less likely by the minute.
That’s why AED.US is working to make AEDs as common on the court as pickleball paddles. Through this new partnership with the PPA, AED.US and Philips are not only providing AEDs—they’re also helping the community learn how to use them.
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AEDs Now Part of Every PPA Tour Stop
Starting in 2025, a Philips HeartStart OnSite AED will be available at every PPA Tour event. These devices will be kept close to the action to help save lives if an emergency occurs during play. This move protects not just the athletes but also coaches, staff, and fans.
Pickleball Bundle Designed for Safety
To help promote safety in homes and clubs, AED.US is offering a special package called the Philips OnSite AED Pickleball Bundle. It’s built for players, tournament organizers, and training facilities that want to be ready in case of an emergency.
This bundle includes:
- A Philips HeartStart OnSite AED (with 8-year warranty)
- A slim carry case
- A long-lasting battery
- Adult Smart Pads Cartridge
- HeartStart Review Express Software
- “AED Equipped” sign and inspection tag
- A JOOLA Tour Elite Pickleball Bag to hold it all
This kit is designed for safety and convenience so players can focus on enjoying the game while being prepared.
Why This Matters
This new partnership brings important safety improvements to the sport of pickleball. As the sport grows, it’s vital to be ready for emergencies. With AEDs on-site and educational efforts in place, players and venues can feel more secure. The hope is that this move will help save lives—one court at a time.
News in Brief: AED Safety in Pickleball Events
The Professional Pickleball Association, AED.US, and Philips have partnered to improve safety in pickleball by placing AEDs courtside at all 2025 PPA Tour events. A special Philips AED Pickleball Bundle is also available. This effort aims to protect players and fans from sudden cardiac arrest and save lives.