Erik Pailet

Erik Pailet is an emerging professional pickleball player from Burbank, California. Known for his athleticism and rapid ascent in the sport, he has become a notable figure in the pickleball community.

Early Life

Born and raised in Burbank, California, Erik Pailet attended Burbank High School, where he played football and basketball. In 2019, while in college, friends introduced him to pickleball, and he quickly became passionate about the sport. He connected with the local pickleball community, which welcomed him and fostered his growth in the game.

Family Life

Specific details about Erik Pailet’s family life are not publicly available. He resides in Burbank, California, and is actively involved in the local pickleball scene.

Career

Erik Pailet has participated in 36 professional pickleball tournaments, playing a total of 129 matches as of April 2025. His career record includes 66 wins and 63 losses, with a DUPR rating of 5.091.

He has competed in Major League Pickleball (MLP) as a member of the California BLQK Bears. In his first MLP appearance, he exceeded expectations by winning 50% of his games.

Notably, Pailet and his partner Ben Newell reached the semifinals at the 2024 NYC Open, defeating higher-seeded teams to get there.

Net Worth

As of now, there is no publicly available information regarding Erik Pailet’s net worth.