Mark Gottfried

Mark Gottfried is a Canadian professional pickleball player based in Toronto, Ontario.

Early Life

Mark Gottfried began playing pickleball in 2019 and quickly advanced in the sport. Before his pickleball career, Mark Gottfried was a competitive basketball coach with over 35 years of experience.

He has coached at various levels, including NCAA Division I, and has been involved in professional sports commentary and investment.

Family Life

Mark Gottfried has a brother, Daniel Gottfried, who is also a professional pickleball player. Together, they co-own the Ontario Pickleball Academy, where Mark Gottfried serves as the Head Pro and Director.

The academy offers lessons, group clinics, leagues, and high-performance programs across the Greater Toronto Area. Mark Gottfried is also active on social media, sharing insights into his professional and personal life.

Career

Pickleball Achievements

Mark Gottfried is a top-ranked Canadian professional pickleball player. He was drafted by the Toronto United Pickleball Club in the Canadian National Pickleball League, the team that went on to become the 2023 inaugural league champions. Mark Gottfried played a pivotal role in the team’s success, holding the best mixed-doubles record.

He is sponsored by Selkirk Sport and competes in tournaments across the U.S. and Canada. In addition to his playing career, Mark Gottfried leads clinics and programming across the Greater Toronto Area for hundreds of pickleball enthusiasts, including schools, country clubs, and camps.

Coaching and Academy

As the Head Pro of the Ontario Pickleball Academy, Mark Gottfried shares his passion and knowledge for the game by leading clinics and programming across the Greater Toronto Area.

The academy offers lessons, group clinics, leagues, and high-performance programs for players ranging from beginners to advanced levels.

Net Worth

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