Celebrity Pickleball Bash Heads to Kansas City for PickleCon, August 8

June 26, 2025

Kansas City, MO (June 10, 2025) – Celebrity Pickleball Bash is thrilled to announce its second event, coming to Kansas City on Friday, August 8, 2025 in collaboration with Triple Crown Sports. The Kansas City Celebrity Pickleball Bash at PickleCon will bring together sports legends and top pickleball pros for an unforgettable showcase of pickletainment. Free admission is included with the purchase of a PickleCon Spectator Pass which can be found at picklecon.com/registration-passes!

This star studded event will feature Professional Football Hall of Famer Terrell Owens, basketball star Tyler Hansbrough and former college basketball player and sports content creator Jenna Bandy will headline the celebrity lineup. Professional basketball hype man, Franco Finn, will be the official host and emcee alongside viral mixes and mashups DJ Eric Rhodes. Sponsors include Legacy, the “Official Paddle of Celebrity Pickleball Bash” and JOOLA. More participants and sponsors will be announced in the coming weeks so please follow us on Instagram @celebpickleball or check out our website at celebritypickleballbash.com to stay up-to-date!

“We had a great inaugural Celebrity Pickleball Bash in February in San Francisco and we are excited to announce that our second event will take place on August 8th at PickleCon in Kansas City,” said Ben Shapiro, Founder and CEO of PIVOT Agency. “The entire Triple Crown Sports team has been passionate about the product of pickletainment. Together, we believe we can create an amazing event in Kansas City that continues to grow the sport of pickleball as a whole while supporting the rise of the United Pickleball Association and their athletes.”

Casey Gutting, Triple Crown CMO, echoed this enthusiasm, saying, “We are excited to have Celebrity Pickleball Bash onsite at this year’s PickleCon to elevate the entertainment outlets available for both players and spectators. Celebrity Pickleball Bash’s blend of pickleball and entertainment is vital for the sport’s future growth and fits seamlessly with our mission of providing something for everyone.”

Celebrity participant and partner Terrell Owens added: “I am proud to be a partner and equity holder of Celebrity Pickleball Bash. As a passionate pickleball player and lifelong athlete, I am excited to help grow the game and give fans in Kansas City a taste of pickletainment! As I like to say ‘getcha pickleball ready!’” Celebrity Pickleball Bash is also excited to introduce its new Prototype81 | Celebrity Pickleball Bash clothing line, which will be available for event and PickleCon attendees.

Registration Information

Celebrity Pickleball Bash: More information on the event and VIP Experiences is now available at https://www.celebritypickleballbash.com/

PickleCon Access Passes and VIP Experiences: A PickleCon Access Pass is required to get into the convention center. VIP Clinics and Experiences are available for purchase as well. You can find both at https://www.picklecon.com/registration-passes

Lodging: Take advantage of discounted lodging rates through PickleCon’s lodging partners: https://www.picklecon.com/lodging

About Celebrity Pickleball Bash
Launched in 2024, Celebrity Pickleball Bash is an innovative sports entertainment property blending celebrity star power, professional pickleball talent, and fan engagement into an electrifying live event.

About Triple Crown Sports
Founded in 1982, Triple Crown Sports is a leading sports event management company known for delivering premium experiences and developing youth and professional sports properties.

About PickleCon
PickleCon is an all-inclusive, all-encompassing pickleball experience for everyone with a desire or curiosity for the sport. This annual event transforms 400,000 square feet of convention center space into a pickleball paradise, complete with tournament play, open play, pro-ams/ exhibitions, camps/clinics, vendors/exhibitors, panel discussions, educational breakout sessions, social activities and more.

For media inquiries, interviews, or partnership opportunities, please contact: Jessie Hill at jessie@triplecrownsports.com

About PIVOT Agency
Founded in 2013, PIVOT Agency is a premier sports marketing, travel and lifestyle company, specializing in creating game-changing strategies, unforgettable experiences, and dynamic lifestyle solutions that connect brands, athletes and fans in meaningful ways. From luxury travel experiences to high-profile sporting events and elite brand partnerships, we help our clients pivot toward new possibilities, audiences, and success.