Padel Smash Academy

• Meet the Entrepreneur Behind Sterling VA’s Padel Boom

  In this episode of the Padel Smash Academy Podcast, Cesc sits down with Sabah Alsabah, the founder of Padel Up LLC, a standout club located in Sterling, Virginia. Sabah shares his journey into the world of padel, his entrepreneurial background, and what it really took to launch a successful padel club in the U.S.From navigating the early stages of launching the business to scaling up his membership base, Sabah opens up about the strategies that worked, the challenges he faced, and the lessons learned along the way. They also dive into the club’s pricing structure, services, and what makes Padel Up a unique experience for players of all levels.🎥 Don't miss the full video walkthrough of the Padel Up club, now live on the Padel Smash Academy YouTube Channel — a perfect companion to this inspiring conversation.

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• OXDOG Unleashed: The Swedish Revolution Hitting the US Padel Scene

  Get ready to elevate your padel game! In this exciting new episode of the Padel Smash Academy podcast, hosts Cesc and Julian sit down with Jerry Tafich, the representative for the innovative padel brand OXDOG in the USA and Mexican markets.OXDOG isn't just another brand; they're a team of passionate engineers, designers, and sports professionals with a decade-long history of revolutionizing sports equipment. Starting with groundbreaking materials in floorball (indoor hockey), where they became industry leaders, OXDOG has now set its sights on conquering the padel world. They're confident they've developed the best rackets on the planet, and for good reason:Uncompromising Quality: OXDOG meticulously selects durable, high-performance materials for their rackets.Explosive Ball Response: Experience direct energy transfer for powerful and precise shots.Vibration-Free Feel: Patented technologies ensure a comfortable and controlled game.Tailored Performance: A wide range of stiffness, balance, and characteristics cater to every player's style.Stunning Designs: Each racket showcases a thoughtful and eye-catching aesthetic.OXDOG aims to be more than a brand; they're building a community where players feel they belong, offering top-tier rackets, apparel, bags, and accessories.In this episode, you'll hear:Jerry's journey into the padel market and how he became involved with OXDOG.His firsthand experience testing OXDOG rackets and what made them stand out.The fascinating story behind OXDOG's transition from floorball to padel, leveraging their expertise in carbon fiber technology.An overview of OXDOG's racket collections: Ultimate, Hyper, and Pure, each designed with specific player needs in mind.Insights into the quality and design philosophy behind OXDOG products, including their apparel and bags.The brand's commitment to research and development, with a perfectionist approach to creating top-tier equipment.OXDOG's expansion into the US market and their sponsorship of professional players like the twins brothers, Pablo and Javi Barona, Marta Morga, and more.Make sure to check out the review of OxDog rackets on our YouTube

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• Covering the Game: How Lusotendas is Shaping Padel Structures Worldwide

  In this episode of the Padel Smash Academy podcast, Julian and Cesc sit down with the visionary team behind Lusotendas Structures—a benchmark brand in the design and construction of sports canopies and structures. From their humble beginnings as a family business crafting awnings, to becoming the leading provider of padel court roofing in Portugal and a growing force internationally, the Lusotendas team shares their journey of generational craftsmanship, innovation, and global expansion. Tune in to learn how their commitment to quality, design, and full-service customer care has made them a trusted name in the padel and tennis world.

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• Why Asia Is the Next Padel Powerhouse | Carlos Carillo Reveals All!

  Welcome to another exciting episode of Padel Smash Academy! Today, Cesc and Julian sit down with Carlos Carijo, CEO of the Asia Pacific Padel Tour and a dynamic entrepreneur driving the explosive growth of padel across Asia. Connecting all the way from Kuala Lumpur, Carlos dives deep into how he built a thriving padel ecosystem across more than a dozen countries, his innovative approach to tournaments mixing amateurs and pros, and the challenges and successes he's faced in markets like Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.Discover why Jakarta alone surpasses the U.S. in padel court numbers, how India is emerging as a potential powerhouse, and Carlos's ambitious vision for the future. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a padel enthusiast, or just curious about how this sport is rapidly capturing hearts across Asia, this conversation is full of insights, data, and inspiration.Tune in to see how Carlos and his team are leveling up padel on the world's largest continent!

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• We Have to Build this Together" – Gabriel Perez-Krieb on Padel’s Future in the USA

  In this episode of our RacquetX 2025 Interview Series, Cesc and Julian sit down with Gabriel Perez-Krieb—Executive Chairman of Chosen Foods, Chairman of Taktika Padel, and owner of the San Diego Stingrays Padel team.Gabriel shares his vision for growing the sport of Padel in the USA, highlighting the importance of collaboration over competition. With years of executive leadership under his belt—from serving as Mexico's Trade Commissioner for the U.S. to running companies in tech and consumer goods—Gabriel brings a unique business and global perspective to the sport.He dives into the current state of Padel investment in the U.S., how he's leveraging his experience to build scalable Padel ventures, and why he believes there’s room for everyone to succeed in this space. If you're interested in the business of Padel, this episode is a must-watch.

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