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
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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
Athlete-Backed Mental Health Campaigns
The Love, Your Mind Campaign Aims to Support Mental Health
14
Ocean Plastic Athletic Courts
VersaCourt & Tide Ocean SA Develop Sustainable Athletic Courts
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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Tennis-Themed Activations
The LALO Clubhouse Serves Up Tennis and Tequila at Thompson Central Park
Humorous Cocktail-Inspired Pull Designs
The Buzzballz Pool is Affordable and Hilarious
Summer Soda Brand Campaigns
Sprite 'Turns Up the Refreshment' With its Immersive Campaign
Exclusive Ketchup Kegs
The 114-Ounce Heinz KegChup Was Made for Big Game Snacking
Immersive Throwback Sports Events
Michelob ULTRA Launched the 'Run Back the Miracle' Activation
Bar-Focused Dating Apps
Heineken®'s Bar Dating App Appeals to Gen Z's Social Habits
Three-Ingredient Rice Burgers
The Burger King Pickleball Burger Spotlights Protein and Carbs
Global Chip Flavor Series
Lay’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Introduces 40 Globally Inspired Chip Flavors
Tennis-Forward Pop-Ups
Lacoste’s Activations Serve Up Style Across NYC Ahead of U.S. Open
Group Chat Meetups
Heineken's Group Chat Bar Experience Unites People in Person
Cross-Network Playoff Promotions
NHL and Multiple Broadcasters Launch a Playoff Marketing Campaign
Event-Inspired Luxury Spirits
Clase Azul Releases a World Cup-Themed Collectible Tequila
Interactive Soccer-Themed Brand Activations
Henkel House Was Designed to Delight US Soccer Fans
Professional Grade Pickleball Courts
CityPickle Opens Flagship Location in Times Square
Limited-Edition Pickle Beers
PBR x Grillo's Pickle Beer is Bright, Refreshing and Easy-Drinking
Sports Fan Pop-Ups
Just Eat's Countdown Club Celebrates the UEFA Champions League Final
Sleek Trophy Designs
Michelob ULTRA Unveils the FIFA World Cup 2026™ MVP Trophy
Athlete-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Launches Collectible Football Sets with Messi and Ronaldo
Island-Style Lager Activations
Kona Big Wave Partners with Spotify for Summer-Forward Experiences
Football Icon-Backed Ads
Michelob ULTRA to Elevate the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Fan Experience
Smart Beer Bands
Heineken's The Clinker Celebrates Music as a Shared Language
American Football-Focused Venue Initiatives
Topgolf Ligns Itself with the American Football Season
Performance-Driven Pickleball Collections
Erne + Ace is Introducing Its Pre-Served Collection
Festival Vodka Brand Activations
Absolut Launched Its Heat Haus & New RTD Line at Coachella 2026
Football-Themed Hiring Campaigns
The NFL Links Draft Culture to Inclusive Hiring Practices
Tangy Pickle Juice Beers
The New PBR x Grillo’s Pickle Beer is a Dill-Forward Lager
Cheeky Sports-Inspired Diaper Campaigns
Huggies Aligns Family Planning with a Major Sports Event
Friendly Fandom Campaigns
Heineken Kicked Off Fans Have More Friends with a Fun Social Experiment
Luxe Soccer-Inspired Stays
Four Seasons Toronto Unveiled Experiences for FIFA 2026
High-Profile Home Improvement Campaigns
The Home Depot Joins Forces with David Beckham
Playful Tomato Athletes
The Heinz National Games Campaign Turns Tomato Stems into Sports Figures
Two-Ounce Pickle Juice Shots
Rally Supports Muscle Cramp Relief and Clean Hydration on Demand
Rock Band-Supporting Soccer Leagues
Linkin Park Headlines the UEFA Champions League Kick Off Show
Athlete Grooming Campaigns
Head & Shoulders Partners with MLS to Launch Soccer-Focused Campaign
Ultra-Flavorful Snack Collaborations
Van Holten's and Pringles Unveiled an Unconventional Product
Court Aerodynamic Paddles
Tesla Pickleball Paddle Shifts Automotive Airflow Engineering to Courts
Soccer-Centric Soda Spots
Pepsi's 'Refresh the Game' Campaign Brings Soccer Icons Together
Athletic Boundary-Blurring Collabs
The Reigning Champ x PUMA Golf Collection Bridges Worlds
Interactive Beer-Focused Festival Devices
Heineken's Debuts The Clinker at Coachella
Gamer-Branded Pickleball Sets
Razer and JOOLA Released a World-First Gaming-Pickleball Crossover
Performance Tracking Sport Watches
PickleWatch Delivers Match Analytics & Real-Time Play Insights
Fashion Sports Partnerships
The Coach x WNBA Partnership Champions Style and Self-Expression
Ping Pong-Centric Collabs
Little Tokyo Table Tennis and ASICS Serve Up Sporty Streetwear Capsule
Playful Pickle Initiatives
Pickle It Forward Lets Pickle Lovers & Pickle Haters Win at McDonald's
Cannabis Holiday Promotions
Trulieve Launches Special Cannabis-Focused Events for April 20th
Football-Themed Sour Candies
Sour Patch Kids MVP Top Picks Mix Combines Multiple Products
AI-Driven Sports Startups
IBM Launches Its Sports Tech Startup Challenge
Casual Cannabis-Infused Beverage Campaigns
Triple Debuts Its Laid-Back 'Turfing' Campaign
Gamified Sports Rewards
Mountain Dew Links MLB Home Runs to Real-Time Free Drink Rewards
Pickleball Pain Relief Products
Picklebalm is a Recovery Solution Tailored for Pickleball Players
Drop-Culture Sport Campaigns
Easton and Dick's Launched Its Limited Edition Equipment Drop
Social Media-Inspired Waters
6 7 Water is Exclusively Available on Gopuff
Snackable Pickle Pouches
Freestyle Snacks Launched Shelf-Stable Pickle Chips and Mini Pickles
Football-Focused Brand Platforms
Pepsi Football Nation Seeks to Unify the Brand's Partnerships
Playful Hockey Campaigns
Beard in a Box Campaign Lets Hockey Fans Join the Playoff Beard Tradition
Non-Alcoholic Beer Ambassadors
Heineken Named Serena Williams Its Non-Alcoholic Beer Ambassador
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
Athlete-Backed Beverage Campaigns
PepsiCo and NFL Players Debut 'Tailgate Crashers'
Pickleball-Focused Urban Developments
Electric Pickle Will Open Within Reno Experience District
Soccer Snack Collaborations
Mondelēz Partners with Athletes to Launch Limited-Edition Snacks
Tech-Enriched Sports Equipment
The 'GOAL' Concept by Yewon Lee Encourages Physical Activity
High-Performance Pickleball Paddles
Paddletek Debuts the Reserve Honeyfoam™ Pickleball Paddle
Tennis-Themed Pop-Up Bars
Grey Goose's Last Serve Bar Brings a Signature Serve to Commuters
Coordinated Convenience-Focused Promotional Campaigns
7-Eleven Runs Promotions for Two Events
Padel Business-Focused Expansions
Racquet 360 Announced a Substantial Investment for Its Business
Football-Focused Sofa Campaigns
Pepsi Presents the Refresh the Game Campaign with Icons
Soccer-Themed Snack Branding
These Mondelēz Products Get Fans Ready for the World Cup 2026
Mechanical Pickle Rides
Picklesburgh is Debuting a First-of-Its-Kind Ride for Its 10th Anniversary
Mental Health-Focused Athlete Services
The Professional Tennis Players Association Taps Psych Hub
creator-led football competitions
Adidas expands partnership with kings league through 2028
Lensless Protective Eyewear Designs
Kitchen Blockers Partners with DUPR to Enhance Safety
Left-Handed Athlete-Focused Nutrition Shots
The Pickle Juice Company Debuts Pickle Juice Lefty
Exclusive Tennis Championship Experiences
American Express is Treating Cardholders & Tennis Fans
Soccer-Inspired RV Platform Initiatives
RV Rental Platform Outdoorsy Targets Soccer Fans
Sports Branding-Inspired Cannabis Products
Sluggers Embraces Sports Fandom and Collecting
Colleague-Connecting Pubs
The Office by Heineken Celebrates the Best Part of Work Culture
Food Brand Partnership Deals
Protein Pints Teams Up with the San Diego Padres
Science-Backed Youth Sports Programs
Sportball Systems Inc. is Expanding to India
Illusory Ice Cream Pop-Ups
Häagen-Dazs Celebrated St. Patrick's Day with an O'Häagen's
Tennis Tournament Outfitters
BOSS Secures Australian Open Tennis Fashion Partnership
Energy-Generating Soccer Balls
PowerOn's Kinetic Energy Technology Powers Small External Devices
Activity Gear Billboards
Ocean Spray's Reclaim Happy Hour Activation Got Australians Up & Moving
Canadian Fan-Based Campaigns
Molson Launches its 'Performance Enhancing Canadians' Initiative
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Football-Focused Venue Marketing Campaigns
Dave & Buster's Delivers on Social Atmosphere & Dining
Inclusive Football Content Partnerships
NFL and The GIST are Engaging Millennial & Gen Z Women
Soccer-Focused Tech Campaigns
Hisense Has Launched Its Own the Moment Campaign for FIFA 2025
Athlete-Inspired Personalized Workout Experiences
Zing Coach Partners with Paris Saint-Germain
Customizable Tanning Pools
SLOOSH Launched a Mix-and-Match Inflatable Tanning Pool Collection
Football-Centric Hero Campaigns
Under Armour's 'We Are Football' Campaign Has a Star-Studded Cast
Playful Pickleball Apparel Lines
Erne + Ace Delivers an 11-Piece Line for National Pickleball Day
Outdoor Cooking-Focused Campaigns
Solo Stove Debuts the 'Squash the Beef at the Big Game' Campaign
Soccer-Focused Official Snack Campaigns
Lay’s Ran the Lay’s Fan of the Match Opportunity
Football-Themed Beverage Collaborations
Igloo and NFL Debut Team-Branded Coolers and Drinkware
Athlete Arrival Fashion Activations
ATP Introduces Athlete Arrivals to Spotlight Players Style
Esports Football Clubs
G2 Esports Launches a New Traditional Sports Club Called G2 Football
Appliance Brand-Supported Tennis Events
Haier Continues Its Support for the 2026 Australian Open
Holiday-Themed Sleepwear Sets
Erne + Ace Debuts Two Festive Sleepwear Sets, Inspired by Pickleball
Canine-Friendly Sporting Events
Mars, Incorporated Will Delight Pets and Their Owners This Summer
AI Sports Viewing Companions
Pizza Hut Debuted 'Hutty,' an AI Companion for March Madness
Athlete-Branded Outdoor Appliances
Ninja Launched a New Campaign For Upgraded Backyard Cooking
Trailblazing Golf Events
Starter Collaborates with 2025 Original Tee Golf Classic
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Taxi Driver-Centric Branded Events
Carlsberg Ran the 'Fare Game' Initiative for Taxi Drivers
Hair Salon-Powered Sports Campaigns
Great Clips Ties Its Latest Campaign to the Stanley Cup
Performance-Driven Pickleball Paddle Designs
JOOLA Debuts a New Line of Pickleball Equipment
Mid-Strength Marketing Pushes
6Percent, Small Beer And Quarter Proof Launch Mid-Strength March
World Cup Hospitality Kits
Newark’s ‘Stay & Play’ Packages Turn Hotels into FIFA 2026 Fan Hubs
Interactive Soccer Viewing Experience
PubNub Partners with DAZN for FIFA Club World Cup 2025™
Soccer-Themed Grocer Tote Bags
These Trader Joe’s Tote Bags are Being Given Away in San Francisco
Inclusive Soccer Experiences
Carlsberg and Liverpool Football Club Utilize British Sign Language
Fan-Focused Hockey Campaigns
The ESPN Chirpline Lets Fans Vent During the Stanley Cup Playoffs
Large-Scale Indoor Pickleball Clubs
Match Point Pickleball Club is Opening a Sizable Establishment
Trailblazing Sports Podcasts
PUMA's Go Wild Podcast Deepens Community Connection
Ball Game-Promoting Urban Initiatives
London Sport and Saatchi & Saatchi Run 'More Ball Games'
Cryptocurrency-Tied Sports Games
'Sparkball' is a High-Octane Web3 Multiplayer Title
Fitness Social Clubs
PAKT is Toronto's First Cohort-Led Group Fitness Program
Live Sports Jackpots
Budweiser Launched a Real-Time NHL Goal-Tracking Jackpot in Quebec
Pickleball Facility Development Strategies
Pickleball Canada Parners with IPOP
Grass-Roots Golf Gatherings
HEAD Golf and Links Social Tour Bring Style to Toronto Invitational
Football Challenge Campaigns
Coca-Cola Beat the Icon Fantasy Premier League Lets Fans Face Stars
Co-Branded Pilot Basketball Programs
Shoot 360 and LA Fitness are Enhancing Basketball Courts
Optimized National Pickleball Leagues
Playbypoint and National Pickleball League Australia Partner
Pickleball-Focused Verified Player Ratings
Playtomic Joins Forces with DUPR to Enhance Pickleball
Sports-Focused Diversity Initiatives
FC Barcelona Celebrates European Diversity Month
Wellness-Focused Performance Events
BODYWELLE Collaborates with Sunset Padel for a Special Event
Engaging E-Soccer Video Games
Betby Announced Two New Soccer Titles for its Portfolio
Summer-Forward Juice Sponsorships
Ocean Spray Becomes the 'Official Juice Sponsor' of Leagues Cup
Grassroots Recreational Initiatives
FCC Hoops is Now the Full Court Sports Club
Stadium Fan Festivals
FIFA Turns the LA Coliseum into a Multi-Day Fan Experience Hub
Repurposed Community Hubs
Mooie Buurt Adds Value to Venues & Unites Locals During Off-Peak Hours
Sports Highlights Platforms
Snack Sports Delivers Curated Highlights Without Social Media Pressure
Energetic Gel Drink Events
Chargel Announced its 'June Athletic Race Station Lineup'
Rule-Free Sports Tables
Ping Pong Park by Exercice Turns Gameplay into Open-Ended Play
Squad Training Business Models
The Athletic Clubs is Growing and Launching in Chicago
Professional Golfer-Led Event Series
Topgolf is Partnering with Professional Golfer John Daly
Tennis Player-Supported Pickleball Franchises
The Picklr Welcomes Nick Kyrgios as a Partner
Collaboration Soccer-Celebrating Tumblers
These Stanley 1913 Cups Celebrate Football
Category-Focused Ball Retailers
The Ball Depot Launches its New E-Commerce Platform
Inclusive Football Homecoming Matches
Celtic Football Club Integrates of Sports and Responsibility