MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Pickleball Kingdom, the world’s leading indoor pickleball franchise, has reached another milestone in its continued international expansion with a new master franchise agreement with Australian entrepreneur Cameron Bloomfield to develop clubs across Australia and New Zealand. The agreement expands Pickleball Kingdom’s footprint to four countries, the United States, India, Australia, and New Zealand, with additional countries expected to follow soon.
Players on the courts at a Pickleball Kingdom club, where dedicated indoor courts and a community-first atmosphere give players of every level a place to play year-round.
As Master Franchisee, Bloomfield will lead market development, site selection, franchise growth, and the rollout of Pickleball Kingdom clubs, establishing a long-term foundation for the brand throughout Australia and New Zealand.
“Australia and New Zealand mark another major milestone in our global journey,” said Ace Rodrigues, Founder and CEO of Pickleball Kingdom. “Pickleball Kingdom is now in four countries, with more on the way. Universally, the world all agrees on the value of physical and mental health as well as community. Our mission is to bring the Kingdom experience to players around the globe, and with this partnership, we’re doing exactly that.”
Pickleball Kingdom clubs deliver a premium, climate-controlled indoor experience designed for year-round play, with professional coaching, daily open play, court reservations, leagues, tournaments, and community events.
Bloomfield brings more than three decades of experience in strategy, acquisitions, property development, and leasing, with a track record of transforming underutilized spaces into thriving community hubs. His work includes delivering more than 500 childcare places and over 150 homes across Melbourne, earning multiple Design & Development Excellence Awards. A five-time Australian representative at the Triathlon World Championships, he pairs business expertise with a lifelong passion for sport.
“Cam possesses commercial expertise, development experience, and passion for community needed to build something special in Australia and New Zealand,” said Rob Streett, President and Chief Global Officer of Pickleball Kingdom.
“Pickleball is more than a sport, it’s a catalyst for community, belonging, and wellbeing,” said Cameron Bloomfield, Master Franchisee for Pickleball Kingdom Australia and New Zealand. “I’m honoured to partner with Pickleball Kingdom to deliver world-class clubs that bring people together and build pathways for the players, coaches, and champions of tomorrow.”
Pickleball Kingdom invites players, partners, and communities across Australia and New Zealand to join the movement. To learn more, visit https://pickleballkingdom.com/anz.
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