The top July 2024 sports trends showcase the skyrocketing appeal of pickleball alongside innovative products and activations designed to cater to the enthusiastic community of football fans.
Pickleball is attracting an increasing number of players with its accessible yet competitive nature. As such, public clubs, expansive new facilities and high-performance gear, as well as events and contests are emerging to enhance the on-court experience.
Brands and retailers around the world are supporting football fans who can't tear themselves away from the action with everything from in-store fan zones to screening rooms for a couple's wedding day. To account for the large amounts of beer spilled during the excitement or anguish of a match, Heineken created a beer-proof Pint-cho to protect spectators from splashes, as well as HeineCare to replace a spilled pint for free.
Top 65 Sports Trends in July
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AI-Generated Sports Campaigns
Paris Saint-Germain Launched a Fully AI-Generated Campaign
64
Autism-Supporting Athletics Brands
Nike Partnered with the NBA for an Autism Awareness Campaign
63
Skateboarding Shoe Tours
Vans & Anthony Van Engele Conclude AVE 2.0 Commitment to Progression
62
Beer Insurance Policies
HeineCare by Heineken Protects UK Football Fans Against Spills
61
In-Store Senior Fan Zones
Asda's In-Store Nanzones Fight Loneliness in Elderly Sports Lovers
60
Whisky Shooter Golf Clubs
The Fireball Fire Iron Conceals Five Cinnamon Whisky Shooters
59
Athlete-Backed Shoe Campaigns
Nike Released Awaken Your Madness with International Soccer Players
58
Beer-Proof Ponchos
Heineken's Pint-cho Protects Sports Fans from Spilled Beer
57
Puzzle-Style Soccer Ball Kits
The Nendo My Football Kit Comes with 54 Pieces
56
Tech-Enhanced Athlete Wearables
Nike and Hyperice Aim to Enhance Athletes' Warmup and Recovery
55
Artistic Pilates Sock Collections
MoveActive Introduces the Art Series Collection
54
Glam Pickleball Paddles
The Barbie x Nettie Pickleball Collection Brings Color to the Court
53
Performance Pickleball Apparel
Stack Athletics' Summer Collection Keeps Players Cool on the Court
52
Active Lifestyle-Supporting Campaigns
Kellogg's® Vector® Launches the Become Your Player Campaign
51
Refuge Athlete Programs
Nike Joins Forces with the Olympic Refuge Foundation
50
Dynamic Wellness Facilities
UNITY Fitness Harbourfront Has Officially Opened Its Doors
49
Interactive Soccer Campaign
Michelob ULTRA Has Announced Its Largest Summer Initiative to Date
48
Athlete-Approved Sports Drinks
Cizzle Brands Debuts CWENCH Hydration in Partnership with Athletes
47
Performance-Driven Backpack Designs
Hyperwear's Hyper Ruck™ Enhances the Rucking Fitness Market
46
Football Match Weddings
Snickers' Own Goal Competition Awarded One Lucky Football-Loving Couple
45
Baseball-Inspired Energy Drinks Partnerships
GHOST Joins Forces with the Philadelphia Phillies
44
UV-Blocking Promotional Jerseys
The Kopparberg UPF40 Football Jerseys Were Designed by Neverland
43
Kindness-Promoting Beverage Campaigns
Culture Pop Soda Partners with Point Guard Derrick White
42
All-in-One Hybrid Fitness Solutions
FIIT Has Introduced the FIIT Platform for Global Businesses
41
Premium Range Mountain Bikes
YT US Rolled Out a Full Carbon Mountain Bike for Adventurers
40
Design-Forward Pickleball Paddles
Play Henry is Catering to the Growing Popularity of Pickleball
39
Holistic Sports Clubs
ULTRA CLUB is Set to Open the Largest Padel Complex in the Us
38
Golf-Inspired Credit Card Partnerships
Topgolf Callaway Brands and Visa Launch Co-Promotions
37
Fashionable Climbing Apparel
Atas Awan Bridges the Gap Between Fashion and Outdoor Activities
36
Connected Golfer Simulation Systems
The Rapsodo MLM2PRO Offers Access to Over 30,000 Courses
35
Public Pickleball Clubs
Fairgrounds is Opening New Sporting Clubs to Keep Older Consumers Active
34
Fitness Club-Targeting AI-Based Software
EGYM Introduces EGYM Genius to Enhance the Gym Experience
33
Hydration-Enhancing Training Concepts
hDrop Technologies Inc. Has Unveiled hDrop™ Sweat Zones
32
In-Hotel AI-Driven Workouts
Hyatt Regency Has Partnered with Future for a Unique Service
31
Magnetic Durable Belts
The EASY LIFE MAGNETIC 2 is a Forward-Facing Belt
30
Mixed-Reality Skateboarding Apps
Skatrix Pro Turns Interior Spaces into Virtual Skate Parks
29
Peanut Butter-Branded Gymnastic Events
Skippy® Partners with Dominique Dawes and Chellsie Memmel
28
Comprehensive Modern Fitness Studios
KINRGY Opens Its First Physical Studio in West Hollywood
27
Custom-Printed Cyclist Saddles
The fizik One-to-One Saddle Takes 64 Data Points into Account
26
Interactive Music Fitness Tools
Music Boxing Training Machine is Supercharging Workouts with Music
25
Pickleball-Friendly Speakers
The Speaqua Barnacle Pro 2.0 is a Waterproof Mounting Speaker
24
Hybrid Dance Apps
Zumba Fitness Has Launched the Inaugural Zumba App
23
Volleyball-Specific Athletic Wear Partnerships
Adidas Partners with League One Volleyball (LOVB)
22
Muscle Recovery Gels
Po Athletic and Andre De Grasse Debut a New Muscle Recovery Gels
21
Luxury Car Track Experiences
Elevate Your Driving Skills with the Porsche Track Experience
20
Immersive Rowing Apps
The Aviron App Makes Rowing Accessible to a Wider Audience
19
Healthy Snack Athlete Partnerships
Gogo Squeez Partners with Logan 'Logistx' Edra
18
Sports-Centric Beverage Partnerships
Casatera Has Announced a New Partnership with Spartan
17
Performance-Driven Golf Apparel
Lee's Debuts the Lee Golf Series, Blending Functionality & Style
16
Advanced Cycling Computers
Garmin Debuts the Edge 1050, a Cycling Companion with High-End Features
15
Ocean Plastic Athletic Courts
VersaCourt & Tide Ocean SA Develop Sustainable Athletic Courts
14
Athlete-Backed Mental Health Campaigns
The Love, Your Mind Campaign Aims to Support Mental Health
13
Total Body Optimization Programs
Centr Introduces the Inspiring Centr Circuit: Elevate Program
12
Football Slot Game Partnerships
Aristocrat Gaming Joins Forces with the Dallas Cowboys
11
Collaborative Competition Gear
Centr & HYROX Expand Commercial-Grade & Competition Gear Lines
10
Empowering Soccer-Inspired Campaigns
Gatorade Has Partnered with Renowned Soccer Icons
9
Exciting Pickleball-Themed Sweepstakes
Eggland's Best Has Launched Serves Up Summer
8
AI-Backed Coaching Apps
FasCat Coaching Has Introduced CoachCat AI for Cyclists and Athletes
7
Boxing Fitness Challenges
RockBox Fitness & ABC Fitness Partner to Enhance the Fitness Experience
6
Baseball-Inspired Multi-Year QSR Partnerships
Mary Brown's Chicken Joins Forces with José Bautista
5
Connective Sports Apps
Acti Forges Connections Between Like-Minded Sports Lovers
4
Performance-Driven Cyclist Shorts
WHOOP Has Teamed Up with ASSOS of Switzerland
3
Professional-Grade Fitness Equipment
Johnson Fitness & Wellness' Functional Trainer is Versatile
2
Collaborative Volleyball-Specific Workouts
LOVB and Tonal Partner for Volleyball Workouts
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Accessible Health Diagnostics Features
Keyspan Has Formed a Partnership with Austin Simply Fit
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Soccer-Focused Entertainment Venue Promotions
Dave & Buster's Was a Go-To for Watching FIFA
Dating Profile Billboards
Simply Spiked BOLD Moves Tackles Dating App Fatigue
Co-Branded 6-Packs
Heinz and Heineken Created a Craveable Matchup for Sports Fans
High-ABV Sporty Cocktails
BuzzBallz's SoccerBallz Celebrate Countries Playing in the World Cup
Collectibles Licensing Promotions
FIFA & Fanatics Signed Its Long-Term Exclusive Collectibles Deal
Event-Inspired Luxury Spirits
Clase Azul Releases a World Cup-Themed Collectible Tequila
Excess Pickle Juice Bottles
McDonald’s NZ Provides FC Players with Pickle Juice Shots
Soccer-Inspired High-End Jewelry Lines
Pandora Calls Attention to Its Chic Soccer-Themed Charms
Data-Driven Sports Culture Ads
Air Transat's OOH Campaign Compares and Contrasts Ticket Prices
AI Multi-Sport Training Robots
Pongbot Launched Its AURA AI Training Robot
Branded Educational Pickleball Academies
Selkirk Sport Has Introduced Selkirk Academy
Sporty Lettuce Packaging
Tesco Made Iceberg Lettuce Look Like a Soccer Ball
Immersive Soccer Hubs
adidas Unveiled its Toronto Brand Hub for the FIFA World Cup
Tech Cue Sports Platforms
Poolhouse Raised $55 Million to Scale Its BillyQ Technology
Comfortable Sporty Essentials
Aerie Launches a FIFA World Cup 2026™ Collection
Beer Brand Campaigns
AB InBev Launched Its 'Cheers to Bars' Campaign for the FIFA World Cup 2026
Limited-Edition Pickle Beers
PBR x Grillo's Pickle Beer is Bright, Refreshing and Easy-Drinking
Football Video Games
EA Sports Revealed Mbappé and Bellingham as Its FC 27 Cover Stars
Clarity-Focused Hyper-Functional Beverage Branding
The Pickle Juice Company Debuts Its New Look
Dedicated Social Event Apps
TikTok Pro Events is Arriving Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Performance-Driven Pickleball Collections
Erne + Ace is Introducing Its Pre-Served Collection
Purpose-Built Padel Courts
Padel Up Partnered with Playbypoint and SIUX
Jersey-Inspired Soda Cans
Coca-Cola Launched Collectible Country Cans for the FIFA World Cup 2026
Sporty Drinking Accessories
The Miller Time MVP Matchball Holds Up to a Dozen Miller Lites
High-Profile Home Improvement Campaigns
The Home Depot Joins Forces with David Beckham
Soccer-Themed Golf Experiences
Topgolf Runs an International Soccer-Themed Experience
Professional Grade Pickleball Courts
CityPickle Opens Flagship Location in Times Square
Two-Ounce Pickle Juice Shots
Rally Supports Muscle Cramp Relief and Clean Hydration on Demand
Soccer Streetwear Collaborations
Carré and Coca-Cola Launched a Soccer Streetwear Collection
Immersive Sports Marketing Campaigns
BMO's "Grow the Game" Campaign Celebrates the FIFA World Cup
Tangy Pickle Juice Beers
The New PBR x Grillo’s Pickle Beer is a Dill-Forward Lager
Supper Club Collectibles
Delilah Launched Its FIFA World Cup 2026 Glassware and Team Cocktails
Event-Ready Travel Kits
UGREEN Bundles Tracking and Charging Tools for Sports Fans
Soccer-Themed Snack Branding
These Mondelēz Products Get Fans Ready for the World Cup 2026
Tournament-Inspired Waterfront Takeovers
Tequila Don Julio 1942 Unveiled the 'Port of Champions'
AI-Enhanced Sports Clubs
IBM's AI Sports Club Transforms Physical Game into Data-Driven Broadcasts
Sports Branding-Inspired Cannabis Products
Sluggers Embraces Sports Fandom and Collecting
Athlete-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Launches Collectible Football Sets with Messi and Ronaldo
Floating Futsal Pitches
SportChek Unveiled a First-Of-Its-Kind Pitch on the Toronto Waterfront
Soccer Snack Collaborations
Mondelēz Partners with Athletes to Launch Limited-Edition Snacks
Celebratory Soccer-Themed Snacks
Goalden Balls Celebrate the Excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026
World Cup Football Boots
Skechers Launched Its Razor 2 and Sunset Pack for the World Cup
Padel Fashion Partnerships
Psycho Bunny Becomes the Official Apparel Partner of USA Padel
Fashion Soccer Activations
Herbalife Has Joined FIFA 1904 SoHo Wellness Activation
Multitasking Volunteer Initiatives
Heineken Fan Volunteers Applies a Rarely Used Employee Benefit
Soccer-Themed Digital Watch Faces
The HUAWEI Watch Faces for Summer are Playful
Football-Focused Brand Platforms
Pepsi Football Nation Seeks to Unify the Brand's Partnerships
Emergency Beer Initiatives
Heineken Fan Rescue Delivered Beer to Scottish Fans in Boston
Soccer-Inspired Fanwear Collections
BOSS Jumps on the FIFA Hype with New Fanwear Collection
Corporate Travel Trends
Navan Reported Its Corporate Booking Data for FIFA World Cup Host Cities
AI-Driven Sports Startups
IBM Launches Its Sports Tech Startup Challenge
Globe-Shaped Bar Carts
BuzzBallz's Buzz Around the World Bar Cart Elevates Soccer Watch Parties
Game-Day Getup Sweepstakes
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Axe Wants to See Fans' Craziest Outfits
Summer Wellness Pubs
The Wellness Tap by Holland & Barrett Helps People Keep Energy Levels High
RGB-Themed Pop-Up Activations
Hisense Debuted a Pop-Up FIFA Activation at Hudson Yard
Non-Alcoholic Beer Ambassadors
Heineken Named Serena Williams Its Non-Alcoholic Beer Ambassador
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Clay Bar Beer Activations
This Stella Artois Roland-Garros 2026 Activation is Immersive
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
Comforting Fan Pizzas
Domino's is Consoling Fans with Emergency Pizzas for Soccer
German Soccer Can Designs
Bitburger’s Pilsner Cans Mark the German Team’s World Cup Campaign
creator-led football competitions
Adidas expands partnership with kings league through 2028
Custom-Designed Foosball Tables
Farm Rich's Tabletop Game Replaces Players with Mozzarella Sticks
Lighting-Focused Viewing Party Campaigns
Govee Partners with Tim Howard for Unstoppable Fun
Padel Business-Focused Expansions
Racquet 360 Announced a Substantial Investment for Its Business
Sports-Themed Beer Campaigns
This BrewDog Promotion Offers the Chance at a Year of Free Beer
Community Sports Pitches
EA SPORTS FC and LALIGA Opened Its Grassroots Soccer Pitch in the Bronx
Immersive Soccer Tournament Pop-Ups
Lay's Unveils an Immersive Pop-Up Experience
Food Brand Partnerships
Protein Pints Teams Up with the San Diego Padres
Padel Competition Expansions
The Anglo American Padel Cup Launches Its Second Edition
Activity Gear Billboards
Ocean Spray's Reclaim Happy Hour Activation Got Australians Up & Moving
AI Sports Research Platforms
Ten Toes Launched Its Ten Beat Sports Fan AI Intelligence Platform
Illusory Ice Cream Pop-Ups
Häagen-Dazs Celebrated St. Patrick's Day with an O'Häagen's
Pickleball Club Flagships
The District Padel & Pickleball Club Opens in Toronto
Empowering Soccer-Themed Cultural Campaigns
LOTTO Launches the Legends Begin with LOTTO Campaign
Floating Pickleball Courts
Inflatableisland.co Boasts a First-Of-Its-Kind Pickleball Court
Sports Lifestyle Retail
Nordstrom Blends World Cup Fashion with Immersive Pop-Ups
Food Delivery Football Campaigns
The Deliveroo Football Just Got Even Better Campaign is Immersive
Sport Performance Insoles
Superfeet Launched Its Cleat, Court, and Sport Performance Insoles
Drop-Culture Sport Campaigns
Easton and Dick's Launched Its Limited Edition Equipment Drop
Celebratory Football Beer Campaigns
Tennent’s Time to Dream Campaign Celebrates the World Cup
Shareable Soccer Pretzel Snacks
Auntie Anne’s Pitch Pack is Ready for the World Cup
Pickleball-Focused Exclusive Footwear Partnerships
Mizuno Joins Forces with EmpowHer Pickleball
Stout-Inspired Binoculars
Guinness Binoculars Help Soccer Fans Get a Better View of the Game
Sports-Inspired Beverage Collaborations
Kung Fu Tea and Red Bull Launch Soccer-Themed Bubble Tea
Official Pickleball Balls
Life Time's LT Pro 48 is the Official Ball of Major League Pickleball
Soccer-Themed Sports Drinks
Powerade FIFA Playstyles Celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Soccer-Themed Nostalgic Snacks
Little Debbie Debuts the Summer of Soccer Promotinon
Padel Sport Financial Partnerships
VanEck Signed on as Its Exclusive ETF Partner of the Padel Cup
Patriotic Sports Power Banks
The juice® Power Bank 3 Debuted in Three Limited-Edition Versions
Celebratory Non-Alcoholic Beverage
Athletic Brewing Launches Patriotic Packaging for Run Wild IPA
Anti-Screen Summer Social Events
Eventbrite Presents 'The Offline Summer' Initiative
Playing Field Pizza Boxes
Pizza Pizza's Pitch Party Pizza Creates a Tabletop Soccer Experience
Soccer-Focused Official Snack Campaigns
Lay’s Ran the Lay’s Fan of the Match Opportunity
Personalized Telehealth Service Platforms
Enhanced Reports Success of the Inaugural Enhanced Games
Athlete-Branded Outdoor Appliances
Ninja Launched a New Campaign For Upgraded Backyard Cooking
Soccer Tournament-Timed Snack Promotions
TokyoTreat Announces a Special World Cup Promotion
Athlete Arrival Fashion Activations
ATP Introduces Athlete Arrivals to Spotlight Players Style
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Sports Fandom Beauty
E.l.f. Creates Immersive Beauty Experiences Around Global Soccer
Empowering Soccer-Inspired Beverage Campaigns
Electrolit Debuts Made for This Campaign
Fan Culture Activations
StubHub Launched Its World Cup Cuts a Multi-City Barbershop Campaign
Soccer Tournament-Long Store Promotions
7-Eleven Debuts the Special FanLand Promotion
Soccer-Themed Snack Brand Partnerships
Pringles and Sucuk und Bratwurst The Night Kit
AI Sports Viewing Companions
Pizza Hut Debuted 'Hutty,' an AI Companion for March Madness
Hydration-Focused Pickleball Partnerships
Waterdrop Filter Sponsors Major League Pickleball
Soccer Season Donut Ranges
Krispy Kreme Match Day Dozen Celebrates the World Cup
Soccer Tournament-Specific Food Deliveries
Deliverect Shares Data from the Recent World Cup Final
Stadium Snack Bowls
Gustaf Westman's World Cup Snack Bowl is Shaped Like a Football Stadium
World Cup Gaming Contests
Splash Sports Launched Its $3M World Cup Survivor Contest
Discreet Drink Experiences
Mulligans Disguises Cocktails as Pints for Football Spectators
Seasonal Tennis Hospitality Spaces
Cygnet Launches Its Trophy Lounge At Sartoria Savile Row
Inclusive Soccer Experiences
Carlsberg and Liverpool Football Club Utilize British Sign Language
Jersey-Inspired Juice Boxes
Appl7 & Eve Launched Soccer-Inspired Packaging for the Summer
Pickleball Footwear Designs
Selkirk Sport Debuts Legacy Pro and Legacy Classic Shoes
Health-Focused Sports Activations
Raisin Bran Brings Gut Health to Major League Pickleball
Pickleball-Focused Verified Player Ratings
Playtomic Joins Forces with DUPR to Enhance Pickleball
Family-Focused Backyard Soccer Campaigns
Arrow Tool Group Debuts the 'Go for the Goal' Campaign
Pre-Match Pop-Up Shops
The Higgidy Pre-Match Pie & Pint Pop Up Helps Fans Refuel
Baseball-Inspired Brand Expansions
Baseballism Grows from a Youth Camp into Something Bigger
Soccer-Themed Chicken Wing Menus
Buffalo Wild Wings Matchday Menu Responds to World Cup Excitement
Pride-Informed Sporting Events
The Sport Pride Fitness Festival Will Occur on July 25
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Grown-Up Recess Events
Perfect Day is Hosting Recess for Adults in Brooklyn's Prospect Park
Optimized National Pickleball Leagues
Playbypoint and National Pickleball League Australia Partner
Points-Powered Sports Travel
point.me Helps Fans Use Rewards for World Cup Travel and Tickets
Sports Community Platforms
Sports Social Connects Athletes And Gamers Through Local Events
Local Recreational Sport Platform
RecNet Officially Launches in Chicagoland
Redesigned Tennis Balls
Penn Marathon+ Seeks to Improve Durability and Visibility
Professional Golfer-Led Event Series
Topgolf is Partnering with Professional Golfer John Daly
Fantasy Sports Apps
bet365 Launched Its Free-to-Play Fantasy Sports App Ahead of World Cup 2026
Childhood-Inspired Wellness Initiatives
Perfect Days Collective Hosts Field Day: Recess for Adults
Tennis Player-Supported Pickleball Franchises
The Picklr Welcomes Nick Kyrgios as a Partner
Soccer-Themed Smoothie Recipes
The Jamba Hat Trick Tango Smoothie Celebrates the World Cup
Promotional Soccer Pizza Campaigns
The California Pizza Kitchen SEE PK Campaign is World Cup-Ready
Rule-Free Sports Tables
Ping Pong Park by Exercice Turns Gameplay into Open-Ended Play
Event-Driven Instant Retail
JD Sports Delivers England Shirts Through Uber Eats Before Kick-Off
Official Pickleball Ball Designs
JOOLA's HC-40 Ball is the Official Ball for DUPR Events
Stadium Fan Festivals
FIFA Turns the LA Coliseum into a Multi-Day Fan Experience Hub
Category-Focused Ball Retailers
The Ball Depot Launches its New E-Commerce Platform