We Listen: clubcloud™’s Customer-Driven Innovations of 2024
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We Listen: clubcloud™’s Customer-Driven Innovations of 2024

12 minAt clubcloud™, we believe that the best products are built in partnership with their users. Over the past year, we’ve been listening to you — our club partners — to understand the features that matter most for optimizing your operations and member experience. We’re proud to say that your feedback has fueled a year of…

USPTA Becomes RSPA: The Rising Tide of Racquet Sports

USPTA Becomes RSPA: The Rising Tide of Racquet Sports

8 minAt this year’s World Racquet Conference, a significant announcement was made: the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is rebranding to the Racquet Sports Professional Association (RSPA). This shift signals a unifying approach to racquet sports, expanding the organization’s scope beyond just tennis to encompass pickleball, padel, squash, platform tennis, and more. This rebranding is…

The Backbone of a Successful Club: Why a Strong Junior Program and Efficient Tech Matter

The Backbone of a Successful Club: Why a Strong Junior Program and Efficient Tech Matter

10 minA well-run junior program often serves as the lifeblood of a thriving tennis club. It’s more than just teaching kids to play—it’s a consistent revenue stream and a way to build a vibrant club community. Parents sign up their children for multiple-week sessions, paying upfront with the convenience of auto-enrollment for future sessions. From there,…

Is Membership Really the Best Revenue Driver For Your Facility?
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Is Membership Really the Best Revenue Driver For Your Facility?

16 minWhen starting a pickleball or padel facility, the default strategy for generating revenue often revolves around memberships. It’s a proven model: set up your courts, calculate your capacity, price your memberships to ensure profitability, and let the money churn month after month. Once you’ve dialed in the formula, you can replicate the model in new…

The Business of Tennis: Has It Sucked the Fun Out of the Sport?

The Business of Tennis: Has It Sucked the Fun Out of the Sport?

13 minThe sport of tennis was once the epicenter of social connection. Tennis clubs weren’t just places to play; they were vibrant communities where members forged friendships through socials, round robins, and spontaneous games. These gatherings were not always directly tied to revenue but were critical in cultivating a love for the game and building lasting…