Clash of the Coaches eyes expansion

Clash of the Coaches could expand into regional and international tournaments following the success of its inaugural event in London. More than 50 padel coaches from across the UK and overseas competed at Racketeer in London in August, bringing together some of the people described by organisers as the “backbone” of the sport.

Created by World Padel Network founder Jamie Rowe and delivered in partnership with Nico Padel 22, the first Clash of the Coaches featured nine UK regional teams alongside an international side.

“To take it from an idea to reality, it’s been incredible,” says Jamie. “I think what means the most to me is how far some people have travelled with coaches coming from all across Europe to take part.”