Pickleball Kingdom is expanding into Georgia, at Hog Mountain Road and Macon Highway in Watkinsville, GA. Franchisees Dave Moran and Eric Middleton, co-owners of Wreak Havoc Sports, are leading the expansion.
Targeting a late summer 2025 debut, the facility will feature 16 indoor courts within the 45,000-square-foot building.
Eric Middleton and Dave Moran bring a wealth of experience and passion to their roles as franchisees for Pickleball Kingdom.
Middleton, a competitive pickleball player, table tennis enthusiast and former Ironman triathlete, has over 30 years of experience in technology sales, beginning his career in the early ’90s in San Francisco. He resides in Buckhead, GA, with his family.
Moran, a 20-year resident of Atlanta from South Florida, is a former competitive squash player turned pickleball enthusiast. A PPR-certified coach, Moran is a private wealth advisor holding CFP and CEPA designations. He lives in Atlanta with his family.
“Eric and Dave bring a unique combination of business expertise and a deep commitment to community that aligns seamlessly with Pickleball Kingdom’s mission,” said Rob Streett, COO of Pickleball Kingdom. “Their leadership will be instrumental in elevating the player experience and ensuring the success of our expansion into the Athens-Watkinsville area.”
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