PickleRage Expands Coast to Coast with New Franchise Clubs Coming to Bakersfield, California and Tampa, Florida

Leading indoor pickleball franchise marks its first California club as part of West Coast expansion and continues growth in one of the nation's top pickleball markets with third Florida location

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PickleRage, one of America's leading indoor pickleball club franchises, today announced plans for two new franchise clubs in Bakersfield, California, and Tampa, Florida, marking significant milestones in the brand's continued nationwide expansion.

"Expanding into California represents an exciting milestone for PickleRage and an important step in our continued growth across the country," said Rich Destasio, CEO of PickleRage. "Bakersfield gives us the opportunity to introduce the PickleRage experience to a new region and establish our presence on the West Coast. At the same time, our continued expansion in Florida reflects the strong demand for high-quality indoor pickleball experiences in one of the nation's leading pickleball markets."

The Bakersfield club will be PickleRage's first location in California, establishing the brand's presence in the state and serving as an important step in its broader West Coast expansion. The new club will be owned and operated by Daniel Marlowe and Jon Knutson, who will bring PickleRage's best-in-class indoor pickleball experience to players throughout the Bakersfield community.

"Pickleball has an incredible ability to bring people together, and we're thrilled to have the opportunity to introduce PickleRage to Bakersfield here in Kern County," said Daniel Marlowe and Jon Knutson. "As PickleRage's first franchisees in California, we're excited to be part of the expansion, but more importantly, to bring one of the first indoor pickleball clubs to Bakersfield where players of every skill level can enjoy the game, improve their skills and become part of a strong local pickleball community."

The Tampa club will become PickleRage's third location in Florida, strengthening the brand's presence in one of the nation's top markets for pickleball. The location will be owned and operated by Eric and Grania Garnighian and will give Tampa-area players a dedicated indoor destination to play and connect year-round.

"Tampa has a passionate and growing pickleball community, making it an ideal market for PickleRage," said Eric and Grania Garnighian. "We're excited to build on the brand's momentum in Florida and bring Tampa players a high-quality indoor experience where they can play year-round, meet other players and enjoy everything that makes pickleball such a special sport."

PickleRage clubs are designed to provide a consistent, high-quality playing experience for everyone from first-time players to seasoned competitors. Clubs feature professional-grade, high-performance CushionX courts, superior lighting and sightlines, and dedicated spaces for players to connect on and off the court. Players also have access to programming created for all skill levels, including beginner lessons, and multi-level open play, leagues, tournaments, clinics and lessons.

The addition of Bakersfield and Tampa reflects PickleRage's strategy of bringing convenient, neighborhood indoor pickleball clubs to communities across the country. By providing a climate-controlled environment for year-round play, PickleRage gives players the opportunity to stay active, improve their game and build lasting connections without weather disrupting their time on the court.

Additional details regarding the Bakersfield and Tampa clubs, including locations and anticipated opening timelines, will be announced as development progresses.

About PickleRage

PickleRage is one of America's fastest growing indoor pickleball club franchises dedicated to bringing the joy of pickleball to players of all ages and skill levels. Designed with community and connection in mind, PickleRage clubs provide a best-in-class environment for year-round play, programming and social experiences. From first-time players to advanced competitors, PickleRage offers opportunities for everyone to get on the court, improve their game, and become part of a vibrant pickleball community.

For more information about PickleRage and franchise opportunities, visit www.picklerage.com.

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