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Racquets Biz Podcast

Dominique

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Frequency: 1 episode/2d. Total Eps: 12

Welcome to Racquets Biz, the only weekly podcast created specifically for investors who want to understand and capitalize on the explosive growth of the rackets industry. My name is Dominique Lemberli, a career rackets professional and consultant who has spent years building programs, advising clubs.

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Building America’s Padel Empire with Santiago Gómez of Padel Haus

Friday, October 31, 2025 • Duration 31:57

How do you build a profitable, design-driven Padel brand that thrives across multiple U.S. cities? In this episode, host Dominique Lemperle sits down with Santiago Gómez, CEO and founder of Padel Haus, to uncover the mindset, strategy, and metrics behind one of America’s fastest-growing Padel networks.

From a six-year career at UBS Investment Bank to co-founding Cosme—now ranked the No. 1 restaurant in the U.S.—Santiago has applied his deep background in finance and hospitality to transform how Americans experience Padel. With clubs in New York, Nashville, and Atlanta, and more on the way, he shares the financial discipline and design philosophy that make Padel Haus stand out in a rapidly expanding industry.

In This Episode

Santiago’s path from UBS Investment Bank to launching Padel Haus
The strategy behind expanding from New York to Nashville and Atlanta
How $18M in funding is fueling their next growth phase
The metrics that guide daily decisions and club performance
Why lease terms and amenities determine long-term success
Lessons from scaling multiple clubs while preserving culture
Real advice for investors and new facility owners entering the Padel space

Key Quote:

“The most important day in a club’s life is the day you sign the lease. That single decision determines how long you survive.” — Santiago Gómez

About Padel Haus:
Founded in 2021, Padel Haus is redefining racket clubs for a new generation—where design, sport, and community converge. With six clubs open and a goal of fifteen by 2028, Padel Haus is expanding across major U.S. cities including Dallas, Denver, and Los Angeles.

Connect with Santiago:
🌐 https://padel.haus
📸 @padel.haus

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How the Padel Boom Is Redefining Sports Investment in America

Friday, October 31, 2025 • Duration 50:49

In this episode of Rackets Biz, host Dominique Lemperle sits down with Patricio Misitrano, CEO of Racket Social and Misitrano Consulting, to break down the economic reality behind the exploding U.S. padel market. From startup costs and ROI to building community and leveraging data, this episode gives investors, operators, and enthusiasts a clear roadmap to sustainable success in the racquet sports industry.

Patricio shares insights from his 2025 Q2 Padel Industry Report and years of experience building clubs across the U.S., Argentina, and Europe. Learn why indoor facilities are outperforming outdoor ones, how pickleball acts as a gateway sport, and what metrics really matter when planning your next club.

Key Topics Covered:

🇺🇸 U.S. Padel Growth: How 850+ courts are reshaping the market
💰 Real Estate & ROI: Buildout costs and pricing by region
🏗️ Facility Strategy: Why indoor clubs win on stability and revenue
📊 Data & Analytics: Using AI tools to optimize scheduling and retention
🍸 Revenue Streams: From memberships to food, beverage, and events
🤝 Community Building: How to turn casual players into lifelong members
🚀 Future Forecast: The next big trend in racquet sports by 2026

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Building the Women’s Padel Movement with Andi Neugarten of 6lovesports

Friday, October 31, 2025 • Duration 19:44

In this episode of Racquets Biz, host Dominique Lemperle sits down with Andi Neugarten, CEO and founder of 6lovesports, the fastest-growing women’s padel community in the United States. A lifelong athlete, Ironman finisher, and former tennis player from South Africa, Andi shares how she transformed a personal frustration—struggling to find women to play with—into a nationwide movement connecting and empowering thousands of female players.

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The story behind 6lovesports and how it’s reshaping women’s padel in the U.S.
Why Miami has become a powerhouse for women’s padel growth
How Andi is expanding 6lovesports nationally and internationally
The balance between competition, community, and personal growth
Advice for entrepreneurs entering the booming padel industry

Andi’s passion for connection and empowerment shines through every part of her story. Whether you’re a club operator, investor, or player, this episode offers a powerful look at the community-driven future of padel.

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From Navy Officer to Racket Club Founder: The Story of Vamos Racquets

Friday, October 31, 2025 • Duration 40:50

Dominique sits down with Katherine Lynch — a former U.S. Navy officer, Harvard squash champion, and now founder of Vamos Racquets, a new kind of wellness and racket club in New Jersey. Katherine shares how her years in the military shaped her leadership style, why she believes community is the heartbeat of every great club, and how she’s redefining what “whimsy” means in the world of racket sports.

You’ll hear stories from her time navigating destroyers in Southeast Asia, lessons from serving as the right hand to a three-star admiral, and how those same principles — discipline, ownership, and empathy — now guide her entrepreneurial journey.

Key Topics:

Leadership lessons from the Navy that translate to business
The power of community in sustaining new racket clubs
Why “whimsy” matters in building inclusive spaces
How to balance work, family, and personal purpose
The growing intersection of pickleball, paddle, and wellness

Memorable Quotes:

“If you expect your team to show up at 5:30 a.m., you better be there too.”
“It’s not about how fancy your club is — it’s how you make people feel when they walk in.”

Connect with Katherine:

Instagram: @vamosRacquets

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How Matt Lund Revived a Bankrupt Pickleball Club | Leadership, Strategy & Sustainable Growth

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Friday, October 31, 2025 • Duration 53:51

When The Pickleball Club at Lakewood Ranch went bankrupt just weeks after Matt Lund and his family moved to Florida, most people would have walked away. Instead, Matt chose faith over fear — and rebuilt the club from the ground up.

In this episode of Racquet Biz Podcast, host Dominique Lemperle sits down with Matt Lund, CEO of The Pickleball Club at Lakewood Ranch, to unpack the story behind one of the sport’s most remarkable turnarounds. From a toxic culture and financial collapse to a thriving, data-driven operation with a strong community ethos, Matt shares his blueprint for sustainable growth in the fastest-growing sport in America.

He explains:

How he rebuilt trust with members and staff after bankruptcy
The critical mistakes pickleball facilities make when scaling too fast
Why diversifying revenue is the key to profitability
His approach to hiring, leadership, and culture change
How faith and family guided every decision during the rebuild

Whether you’re an operator, investor, or pickleball enthusiast, you’ll walk away with actionable insights on what it really takes to run a successful sports facility in 2025.

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Racquets Biz Podcast - Trailer

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 • Duration 01:19

Welcome to Racquets Biz, the only weekly podcast created specifically for investors who want to understand and capitalize on the explosive growth of the rackets industry. My name is Dominique Lemperle, a career rackets professional and consultant who has spent years building programs, advising clubs.

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