Our History

The story of hitpickle begins where all great sports stories begin — on the court. A few friends picked up paddles one weekend, thinking it would just be a fun way to pass the time. What we didn’t know then was that pickleball would soon become not just a hobby, but a movement that connected us to a larger community.

As we played more, we began to notice a gap. The gear we found was either too expensive, poorly made, or simply didn’t reflect the energy and fun of the game itself. We thought: Why should players have to choose between quality and affordability? Why shouldn’t the gear reflect the joy of the sport? That’s when the idea for hitpickle was born.

In the early days, we started small. A handful of paddles, a few test runs, long nights spent researching materials and suppliers. We packaged orders ourselves, answered every customer email personally, and delivered products straight from our garage. It wasn’t easy, but every time we saw someone enjoying the game with our gear, it reminded us why we started.

Over time, word spread. Local clubs began recommending us. Players shared their stories online. Slowly, hitpickle grew from a passion project into a brand with a mission. Today, we serve players across the country — from casual weekend warriors to serious competitors.

And while we’ve grown, our heart hasn’t changed. We are still the same group of pickleball enthusiasts who believe in fun, community, and making the game accessible to everyone. Our history is still being written, and we invite you to be part of it — because hitpickle is not just our story, it’s your story too.