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USPA LAUNCHES INTERACTIVE CLUB MAP TO SUPPORT PADEL’S GROWTH

The United States Padel Association (USPA) has unveiled a new interactive map and club directory, offering players and enthusiasts the most comprehensive view of padel infrastructure across the country. The tool, integrated directly into the USPA website, marks a significant step forward in organizing and supporting the sport’s rapid expansion.

Making Padel More Accessible

The interactive map allows users to explore USPA Premier, Official, and Registered Clubs nationwide with visual clarity. Players can click through detailed club profiles featuring amenities, court counts, photos, and descriptions. The tool addresses a growing need as the sport scales: helping players find courts near home or while traveling, and giving clubs the visibility they need to attract new members.

With over 100 tournaments scheduled in the first half of 2026 and new facilities opening regularly, the timing reflects padel’s transition from an emerging sport to one requiring robust infrastructure to support its momentum.

Built on Padel Browser Technology

The USPA partnered with Padel Browser to power the interactive map, leveraging the platform’s comprehensive club data and modern interface. Padel Browser has positioned itself as more than just a directory – it’s developing AI-powered tools designed to function as digital assistants for clubs and players.

According to the company, these agents are being built to coordinate match play, analyze club data, handle customer support, and manage internal operations. The platform is designed to integrate with existing industry tools like booking systems, CRMs, WhatsApp, Slack, and iMessage, aiming to help clubs scale their operations as demand grows.

Implications for the Padel Community

For club operators, the launch means increased visibility. USPA-affiliated clubs are already listed on the platform, and operators are encouraged to review and keep their profiles updated to ensure accuracy. Complete listings with current amenities, hours, and contact information will help clubs stand out as more players discover the tool.

For players, the map offers a centralized resource for finding courts and comparing facilities. It eliminates the fragmentation that often comes with rapid growth in emerging sports, where information is scattered across multiple platforms and websites.

Supporting Sustainable Growth

The launch reflects a broader reality of padel growth in America: infrastructure is now just as important as enthusiasm. As the sport continues its upward trajectory, tools that organize information, connect players with clubs, and help operators manage growth become essential rather than optional.

The USPA’s adoption of this technology signals recognition that sustainable expansion requires more than courts and tournaments – it requires systems that make the sport accessible, discoverable, and manageable at scale.

Explore the interactive club map and find padel courts near you.

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