PxP Pickleball Club Puts Malaysia on the Global Map with the Franklin Asia Pro Showcase

If you thought pickleball was just a quirky pastime with a funny name, think again. Malaysia just served up a statement to the rest of Asia: this is where the game gets serious. On 18 September 2025, PxP Pickleball Club — the country’s first premium pickleball and lifestyle hub in Pavilion Damansara Heights — officially became the launchpad for the Franklin Asia Pro Showcase, making Malaysia the inaugural stop of this brand-new regional tour.

And they didn’t just host a tournament. They staged a moment. The showcase featured the global debut of Franklin’s exclusive ambassador paddles, designed for champions Parris Todd and Hayden Patriquin. It wasn’t just about equipment — it was a declaration: PxP isn’t here to play small.

More Than a Court, It’s a Playground

Let’s be real — PxP isn’t your average sports club. Yes, there are four world-class courts, including Malaysia’s one-and-only Presidential Court. But step inside and it feels less like a sterile sports hall and more like a lifestyle destination. Think: cutting-edge recovery facilities, curated dining that feels intentionally designed for the post-match hangout, a bar that actually makes you want to linger, and event spaces that can flip from professional to party-ready in a heartbeat.

Founder Kyan Yap summed it up best:

“Our ambition has always been to make PxP a catalyst for growth, not just as a venue but as a cultural platform that inspires people to see pickleball as a lifestyle, a community, and a sport of the future. This launch proved that Malaysia is ready to play a leading role in the global pickleball movement, and we are proud for PxP to be at the center of it.”

And honestly, he’s not wrong. PxP has become more than a court — it’s culture in motion.

When the Pros Show Up, You Pay Attention

Welcoming Parris Todd and Hayden Patriquin was no small feat. These two are among the sport’s biggest names, and their presence gave the showcase both star power and legitimacy. Their time on court wasn’t just about winning points — it was about showing Malaysia (and the region) what the sport looks like at its sharpest, fastest, and most inspiring level.

Franklin choosing Malaysia for its regional debut says it all: the world’s fastest-growing sport sees this little corner of Southeast Asia as its next frontier.

Picklephoria: The Next Big Serve

If you think this was a one-off, PxP is already two steps ahead. Coming up next is Picklephoria, Asia’s first and largest pickleball lifestyle festival. For five days, Pavilion Arena and PxP itself will transform into a mash-up of sport, fitness, wellness, music, and lifestyle — basically, a cultural takeover with paddles in the mix.

Picklephoria isn’t just for the pros either. Whether you’re a curious beginner, a family looking for a new weekend hangout, or someone who just wants to sweat it out before hitting the bar, it’s designed to be as inclusive as it is premium.

Malaysia as the New Pickleball Capital of Asia?

It’s not a stretch. Between spearheading regional showcases, laying the groundwork for grassroots development, and weaving sustainability and culture into its plans, PxP is positioning itself as the blueprint for how pickleball should look and feel in Asia.

At the end of the day, this is about more than sport. It’s about how PxP is reshaping community, culture, and the idea of what a “club” can be. And from the looks of it, Malaysia isn’t just catching up to the global pickleball movement — it’s leading the charge.

So yeah, pickleball just got seriously cool. And Malaysia is right in the middle of it.

📍 PxP Pickleball Club, Lot 5.25.01 (A&B), Level 5, Pavilion Damansara Heights
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