A comprehensive new report on the growth of padel in the USA says the market has “irreversible momentum” and “has only just begun to tap into” the sport’s full potential.
The State of Padel in the U.S. Report 2025 is a 60+ page analysis of the sport’s expansion compiled by Patricio Misitrano, founder and CEO of Misitrano Consulting.
He has over 20 years’ experience as a coach, club director, entrepreneur and strategic advisor in the racket sports industry, has represented USA in international padel competition, owns the racket brand skullU and has led the launch of racket sports facilities including The Sport Haus.
Misitrano’s report states that the number of padel courts in the U.S. as of Q2 in 2025 was 688 at a total of 180 facilities. Over 50% of those courts have been installed since January 2024. The report estimates the number of players nationally to be 112,872.
According to Misitrano Consulting’s projections, the U.S. could reach 6,800 courts and 900,922 players by 2030, if strategic infrastructure, marketing, and investment decisions are made today.
The report cites a growing ecosystem of new tournaments, rankings and development programmes; Premier Padel’s arrival in Miami earlier this year; momentum driven by RacquetX; tech platforms; super club blueprints like Ultra, Reserve and Padel Haus and celebrity endorsement as key factors in huge current growth rates.
It states: “Those who invest early, in clubs, facilities, real estate and technology, will capture leadership in a racquet sport that is set to become the next major breakout opportunity in the U.S. market.”
The report estimates the U.S. has a ratio of around 505,000 people per padel court, revealing a huge infrastructure gap compared to leading countries like Spain and Sweden, where the ratio is closer to 3,000 and 2,000 people per court, respectively.
Although there is a strong bias towards southern states and coastal cities, figures in the report show that padel is emerging strongly elsewhere. Each region “has its own unique drivers, court models, and player bases.”
The report states: “Padel in the U.S. isn’t a 10-year runway story. It’s a 2-3 year breakout opportunity backed by global momentum, crossover appeal, and fast-developing infrastructure.
“The total U.S. padel market, including clubs, tournaments, equipment, and technology, is projected to reach hundreds of millions of dollars annually within the next five years, with opportunities for 10x court growth and 5x player base expansion. The window to lead is open now.”
The report also covers:
- Court counts, club models, and rental rates by state
- Market size, revenue trends, and player projections
- The competition landscape and growth outlook
- Integration of pickleball, technology, and facility models
The full report can be accessed here.
