Franklin Sports continues to prioritize the growth of pickleball by signing Lea Jansen, the #3-ranked Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) phenomenon. The American sporting good brand is now the pro pickleball rising star’s exclusive equipment provider. She joins two-time major champion Christine McGrath, U.S. leaders Ben Johns and Rob Nunnery, as well as Aspen Kern and Zane Navratil under Franklin Sports’ endorsement. The Massachusetts-based company is dedicated to supporting the sport at all levels as well as partnering with Jansen and the others to influence players of all genders, ages and skill sets. The Sports Techie community blog recommends you all give the country’s fastest growing sport a chance if you are not playing already, or once again if you did so in the past. Franklin’s technology has helped change and revolutionize the game for the masses, amateur and elite players alike.
PPA Women Wiz
The Pro Pickleball Association’s PPA third ranked player globally in the Women’s Singles division began playing just a short two years ago taking the world by storm. Her beloved characteristics and collegiate tennis career helped leapfrog the development of Jansen’s talent. The professional pickleball circuit allows her fiery on-court persona, resilience in the face of adversity, and powerful approach, to win big while entertaining fans as the same time.
“Lea Jansen has established herself as one of the world’s best professional pickleball athletes in an incredibly short period of time,” said Adam Franklin, President of Franklin Sports. “Her dedication and perseverance, along with her tenacity, on and off the court, her commitment to a healthy lifestyle, and not to mention her agility for the sport, make this partnership a natural fit.”
Jansen’s Lifestyle A Perfect Fit
The type-1 diabetic was diagnosed in her teens but that does not stop her rapid rise up the PPA rankings. As a result, Jansen is very health conscious which plays a big role in her successes both on and off the court. Her passion for the game, unique determination and positive on-court results makes Janson a logical and spirited leader in the game. Teamwork, wellness and stamina, combined with her strive for perfection, paying attention to details and improvement on a daily basis, all mixed together made it an easy choice for Franklin Sports to sign her up as a top female endorser.
“I focus on taking care of myself and monitoring my body very seriously and that includes working with a loyal support team to help me achieve my performance goals,” said Jansen. “I’m excited to be part of the Franklin Family because of the company’s team culture, the quality of products and their vision and commitment to the growth of pickleball.”
Franklin Sports Champions
The leading sporting goods brand has a robust catalogue of over 10,000 products across 10 different sports. Franklin Sports began to change the pickleball market and sport in early 2017 with the release of the X-40 ball, the Official Ball of USA Pickleball. The governing body and the sport itself have benefitted tremendously in the four years of working together with Franklin. The unquestioned equipment leader of the game provides a wide collection of pickleball products – paddles, balls, nets, and more. They also have quality partnerships with several professional pickleball players including Jansen, McGrath, and Johns.
Sports Techie, Franklin’s roster of endorsed athletes is the way to influence those interested in pickleball. Jensen’s fast rising career and personality are why she in on the Franklin Sports team.
Together, the NGB, sporting goods brand and key athletes are championing the cause to make pickleball an official Olympic sport.
I have seen lots of stories, media and social media posts promoting pickleball during 2021 including mentions of the holistic, grassroots influence by Franklin Sports.
That means 2022 and beyond will be even more pickleball-centric.
Enjoy the game like Jansen does.
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