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Connor Garnett
Ballers Building Ballers
At Ballers, we're building more than courts, we're building a community around the people shaping the future of sports.
Connor Garnett is one of those people. As one of the world's top professional pickleball players, an entrepreneur, and an investor in Ballers, Connor brings the perspective of someone who understands both elite competition and the business of growing sport. Whether he's competing on the professional tour or collaborating with the Ballers team, his goal is the same as ours: make sports more accessible, more social, and more fun.
From Wall Street to Pro Pickleball
Connor's path to professional pickleball wasn't conventional.
After graduating from Santa Clara University, he began his career on Wall Street before making the bold decision to pursue professional pickleball full-time.
That leap has taken him around the world competing against the sport's best, creating content for millions of fans, and becoming one of pickleball's most recognizable ambassadors. His entrepreneurial mindset is one of the reasons he saw so much potential in Ballers.
Why Ballers is One of Connor’s Most Exciting Investments
Connor didn't invest because Ballers is another sports club. He invested because it's reimagining what a modern club can be.
By bringing together premium sports, hospitality, wellness, food and beverage, and community under one roof, Ballers is creating a destination where people want to spend time—not just play a match.
The Ballers x Connor Garnett East Coast Summer Tour 2026
In the summer of 2026, Connor hit the road with Ballers for a four-day East Coast tour celebrating community, competition, and the future of social sports.
Across Philadelphia and Boston, Connor connected with more than 100 players of all skill levels through clinics, exhibition matches, open play, and community events. Along the way, he collaborated with the Ballers team to film original content, meet members and guests, and help showcase the energy and culture that make Ballers unique.
The tour wasn't about promoting a professional athlete. It was about introducing more people to the Ballers experience and demonstrating how lasting communities are built—one conversation, one clinic, and one match at a time.
Helping Shape the Future of Ballers
While Connor is known for competing at the highest level of professional pickleball, he's equally passionate about growing the sport and the communities that surround it.
As a Ballers investor and advisor, Connor brings the perspective of a world-class athlete, entrepreneur, and innovator to the club's continued evolution.
From supporting new club openings and creating original content to engaging with members and sharing ideas that help shape the Ballers experience, he's helping define what the next generation of social sports clubs can become.
Beyond Ballers, Connor continues to introduce thousands of new players to pickleball through coaching, content creation, partnerships, and community events, making the sport more accessible, welcoming, and fun for players of every level.
That's exactly the kind of person we want helping build the future of Ballers.
Who is Connor Garnett?
Connor Garnett is one of the world's top professional pickleball players, an entrepreneur, and a Ballers investor. He competes on the PPA Tour as one of the top-ranked men's singles players in the world and plays for the LA Mad Drops in Major League Pickleball (MLP). After beginning his career on Wall Street, Connor made the leap to professional pickleball, where he has become one of the sport's most accomplished and recognizable athletes. Today, he combines elite competition with business, content creation, and a passion for growing the game while helping shape the future of social sports through his partnership with Ballers.
Is Connor Garnett an investor in Ballers?
Yes. Connor Garnett is an investor and advisor to Ballers, supporting the company's mission to redefine the modern sports club through world-class facilities, hospitality, community, and unforgettable experiences. He regularly collaborates with the Ballers team on content, programming, and strategic initiatives.
Why did Connor invest in Ballers?
Connor believes the future of sports is built around community. Ballers brings together premium sports, hospitality, wellness, food and beverage, and social connection under one roof, creating places where people want to spend time, not just play. That vision aligns with Connor's passion for growing sports and making them more accessible to everyone.
Does Connor coach at Ballers?
Connor periodically hosts clinics, exhibitions, and special events at Ballers, giving members and guests the opportunity to learn from one of the world's top professional pickleball players. While he is not a full-time coach at Ballers, he regularly collaborates with the team on unique programming and community events.
Can I meet Connor at a Ballers event?
Yes. You can play with him too. Connor regularly visits Ballers for special appearances, clinics, exhibitions, content productions, and community events. Follow Ballers on social media or check our upcoming events to stay informed about future opportunities to meet Connor.
Is Connor involved with future Ballers projects?
Absolutely. As an investor, advisor, and ongoing partner, Connor continues to work alongside the Ballers team on future initiatives, original content, special events, and community-building efforts. His partnership reflects a shared commitment to growing the future of social sports and creating exceptional experiences for members and guests.
How do I invest in Ballers?
Ballers is backed by a growing community of founders, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, and strategic investors who share a vision for the future of social sports. If you're interested in investment opportunities or learning more about the company's growth plans, we'd love to hear from us.
Contact our Investor Relations team at ir@ballers-us.com to start the conversation and learn whether there are current opportunities to get involved.
