Inside Reserve Padel: Jack Corbett on Events, Coaches & Expansion
🎙️ In this episode of Padel Smash Academy, Cesc and Julian sit down with Jack Corbett, the Sports Director for Reserve Padel, recorded live from our studios at Reserve Padel Sole Mia. Jack shares exciting insights about the club’s upcoming events, the growth of their academy and coaching programs, and plans for future expansion. Tune in to hear how Reserve Padel continues to set the standard for padel in the USA while building a thriving community for players of all levels.
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WOQR Padel Brand: Clothing Designed by Players, for Players
In this episode of Padel Smash Academy, Cesc and Julian sit down with Benji Reynoso, founder of WOQR Padel Brand. Benji shares his inspiring journey from being a passionate padel coach and player to building a brand that redefines padel apparel.Frustrated by clothing that limited mobility and lacked both performance and style, Benji set out to create something better—gear designed by players, for players. Drawing on years of experience on the court and valuable feedback from his students, he developed WOQR with a vision of combining high-performance functionality and modern design. Guided by the philosophy “The path is made by walking,” WOQR represents not just a clothing line, but a story of perseverance, passion, and progress in the world of padel.Tune in as Benji, Cesc, and Julian discuss the challenges of building a sports brand, the importance of listening to athletes’ needs, and how WOQR is carving out its place in the global padel industry.
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40 Cities, One League: The Future of Amateur Padel in the USA
In this episode of Padel Smash Academy, Cesc and Julian sit down with Luis Fernando Ramirez, Director of the National Padel League (NPL), to discuss a landmark moment for amateur padel in the United States: the launch of the USA National Team League. Endorsed by the U.S. Padel Association (USPA), this is the first structured amateur padel team league with nationwide reach, set to kick off in Fall 2025.Luis shares how the league will bring competition to 40 cities across six regions, giving amateur players the chance to represent their city in a professional-style, team-based format. From city-level play to the Regional Championships and culminating in the National Finals in Miami (Feb 2026), the league creates a clear pathway for players of all skill levels to compete, connect, and grow within the sport.Cesc and Julian dive into the details of eligibility, team structure, competition format, and the exciting prizes awaiting the first-ever National Champions. Most importantly, they explore how this initiative will strengthen community bonds, elevate amateur padel, and expand the sport’s footprint across the U.S.Whether you’re a beginner looking to join a local team, or a seasoned player eager to compete nationally, this episode offers a front-row seat to the future of American padel.🔗 Registration is now open until October 6 at nationalpadelleague.us
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Wallich Padel: Engineering the Future of Rackets
In this episode of Padel Smash Academy, Cesc and Julian sit down with Daniel from Wallich Padel, a brand born on the stark Swedish west coast. The story begins with William Wallich, whose expertise in carbon fibre started in the world of high-performance engineering—crafting components for Koenigsegg supercars and M32 racing catamarans. Through countless hours of innovation, William became a true carbon fibre virtuoso, discovering how this material’s limitless potential could be applied to padel.Daniel shares what sets Wallich Padel apart—from their roots in precision engineering to the craftsmanship that makes each racket unique. Listeners will learn how Wallich combines Swedish design, cutting-edge materials, and a relentless pursuit of excellence to create rackets that deliver not only performance but also a piece of engineering artistry on the court.If you’ve ever wondered what makes one padel racket different from another, or how a background in supercars can shape the future of sports equipment, this episode is for you.
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Train Anywhere, Anytime – The Future of Padel Practice with Dragonet
In this episode, Cesc and Julian sit down with Alessandro Spedaliere, CEO & Co-Founder of Dragonet Sport Technology, to talk about one of the most exciting innovations in Padel and tennis training — the Dragonet machine.Dragonet is designed to revolutionize how players train. With its built-in bouncing plate and patented non-stop shooting system, it allows players to practice with just a handful of balls and a small space (as little as 3x5 meters). Players can fully customize their training by adjusting direction, distance, spin, and shooting rate to simulate real match conditions.Whether you want to perfect your forehand, backhand, volleys, or smash, Dragonet offers the chance to train anywhere, anytime, making it a game-changer for both amateur enthusiasts and professionals looking to sharpen their skills.Tune in as Alessandro shares the story behind Dragonet, how it’s helping players around the world, and why this compact machine could become an essential tool for the future of padel and tennis.
Hey Padel enthusiasts welcome to Padel Smash Academy, I am Cesc and I am here with Julian and we're all about Padel! Whether you're new to the sport or an experienced player, you've come to the right place. Our goal is to provide you with the best tips & tricks, news, and weekly lessons to help you improve your game and take your Padel to the next level. So grab your Padel Racket and let's get started with all things Padel on Padel Smash Academy.
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