Pickleball Kingdom, the world's largest indoor pickleball entity, continues its expansion across New Jersey with the acquisition of The Pickle Jar, an established indoor pickleball club located at 315 Roycefield Rd, Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844. This location joins Pickleball Kingdom clubs in Hamilton, Tinton Falls, and Watchung, further strengthening the brand's growing presence throughout the state.
The eight-court facility will be transformed into Pickleball Kingdom Hillsborough, delivering a significantly elevated, premium indoor pickleball experience to the local community. The conversion marks an exciting new chapter for pickleball players in Somerset County and will be led by franchisees Yashraj Kurani and Dip Jadawala, who are overseeing the transformation to ensure the club meets Pickleball Kingdom's national standards and delivers a top tier experience.
"We are proud to continue expanding Pickleball Kingdom's footprint in New Jersey," said Ace Rodrigues, Founder and CEO of Pickleball Kingdom. "This acquisition reflects our commitment to elevating the sport by transforming strong local clubs into world-class indoor destinations. Yash and Dip are the right leaders to head this transformation. And Sam Sood, our Area Rep there, is heading up the charge to continue our expansion in New Jersey."
The existing club will undergo upgrades aligned with Pickleball Kingdom's premium model, including professionally resurfaced courts, upgraded fencing, refined court colors, enhanced amenities, and expanded programming. Members and guests will enjoy court reservations, drop-in play, leagues, tournaments, clinics, private coaching, youth programming, and community events, enhanced by PodPlay technology including instant replay for match review, skill development, and highlights. The result will be a modern indoor pickleball destination that delivers consistent, weatherproof play while maintaining the feel and performance of outdoor court surfaces.
"This is about elevating an already passionate pickleball community and continuing to give it the environment it deserves," said Yashraj Kurani. "Pickleball Kingdom brings a premium experience that supports casual players, competitive athletes, families, and everyone in between. We are excited to build something special here in Hillsborough."
Rob Streett, President and Chief Global Officer of Pickleball Kingdom, shared, "We are proud to partner with Yashraj Kurani and Dip Jadawala as they lead Pickleball Kingdom Hillsborough. Their combined leadership, business acumen, and genuine passion for pickleball align perfectly with our mission. They understand what it takes to elevate a club into a premium experience, and we are confident Hillsborough players will feel that difference from day one."
Source: https://www.morningstar.com/news/pr-newswire/20251216ph48885/pickleball-kingdom-acquires-the-pickle-jar-as-part-of-new-jersey-expansion