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We Are Pickleball.

Selkirk Sport is the leading manufacturer of pickleball paddles and equipment. Brothers Mike and Rob Barnes, along with their father Jim, founded Selkirk Sport with the mission to redefine the way the world views pickleball.

Since its founding in 2014, Selkirk has grown from an upstart with 10 employees to an energetic outfit with more than 100 team members. Throughout that growth, Selkirk has revolutionized more than 15 paddles, and added more than 100 athletes to its professional lineup.

Selkirk is headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, overlooking the Selkirk Mountains from which the company derives its name.

Press Releases

The Best Pickleball Equipment and Accessories of 2024

March 12, 2024

The popularity of Pickleball is rapidly growing. It’s good exercise, simple to understand, and, most importantly, cultivates an incredible community no matter how young or old you are. Whether you’re ...

Katy Perry Jokes She 'Totally Beat' Orlando Bloom at Pickleball During Charity Event

October 24, 2023

Katy Perry has bragging rights over her fiancé Orlando Bloom! On Monday, the singer, 38, revealed she “totally beat” the actor, 46, at pickleball during a fundraising tournament for her Firework Foun...

9 Best Pickleball Paddles of 2024, Reviewed by a Gear Expert

October 12, 2023

ONCE YOU start playing pickleball, you will quickly realize how important your pickleball paddle is when working to improve your game. I, along with other Men's Health writers and editors who play, ha...

Jack Sock lands sponsorship deal with leading pickleball equipment manufacturer after switch from tennis

October 06, 2023

Jack Sock has signed a partnership deal with a leading pickleball manufacturer Selkirk Sport after retiring from tennis last month. Sock became one of the most high-profile athletes to cross over to...

Fire destroys the Memorial Park pickleball equipment storage facility leaving players without beloved sport

September 26, 2023

A fire has completely destroyed the pickleball equipment storage facility in Memorial Park, an extremely popular location for Santa Monica’s pickleball-playing community. Up until recently, this was a...

13 Best Pickleball Paddles for All Levels, According to Fitness Pros

August 11, 2023

Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sport in America, likely thanks to its versatility as a social way to stay active with friends, but also a game that can get fast-paced and competitive...

The 11 Best Pickleball Paddles, According to Instructors and Racket Sport Experts

July 30, 2023

You’ve probably heard of pickleball—maybe you’ve even played it. As the fastest growing sport in the U.S., lessons from certified instructors are becoming widely available as pickleball courts pop up ...

How to humanize your brand to truly connect with customers

July 06, 2023

Relationships are built on trust, respect, communication, and shared values. Over time, they broaden and deepen, providing some of our greatest joy and meaning. Consider the relationships with your fa...

The best pickleball paddles and balls for beginners, according to experts

June 26, 2023

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in America, with a pandemic boom leading to 40% more players getting onto five times as many courts nationwide since 2020. Like tennis for the rest of u...

Pickleball is everywhere — here's everything you need to get started

April 28, 2023

Sports are fun but they can come with a learning curve if you're just getting started. However, pickleball has transcended age groups and skill levels due to its inclusive nature and easy pace. Withou...