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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Co-Branded 6-Packs
Heinz and Heineken Created a Craveable Matchup for Sports Fans
Tennis-Themed Activations
The LALO Clubhouse Serves Up Tennis and Tequila at Thompson Central Park
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
World Cup Ice Creams
Fútbol Fireworks is Baskin-Robbins' June Flavor of the Month
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
Dating Profile Billboards
Simply Spiked BOLD Moves Tackles Dating App Fatigue
Festival Vodka Brand Activations
Absolut Launched Its Heat Haus & New RTD Line at Coachella 2026
Group Chat Meetups
Heineken's Group Chat Bar Experience Unites People in Person
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
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
Excess Pickle Juice Bottles
McDonald’s NZ Provides FC Players with Pickle Juice Shots
Limited-Edition Pickle Beers
PBR x Grillo's Pickle Beer is Bright, Refreshing and Easy-Drinking
Immersive Soccer Hubs
adidas Unveiled its Toronto Brand Hub for the FIFA World Cup
Smart Beer Bands
Heineken's The Clinker Celebrates Music as a Shared Language
Soccer-Themed Golf Experiences
Topgolf Runs an International Soccer-Themed Experience
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
Purpose-Built Padel Courts
Padel Up Partnered with Playbypoint and SIUX
Sporty Drinking Accessories
The Miller Time MVP Matchball Holds Up to a Dozen Miller Lites
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
Football-Themed Hiring Campaigns
The NFL Links Draft Culture to Inclusive Hiring Practices
Clay Bar Beer Activations
This Stella Artois Roland-Garros 2026 Activation is Immersive
Comforting Fan Pizzas
Domino's is Consoling Fans with Emergency Pizzas for Soccer
High-Profile Home Improvement Campaigns
The Home Depot Joins Forces with David Beckham
Professional Grade Pickleball Courts
CityPickle Opens Flagship Location in Times Square
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
Tangy Pickle Juice Beers
The New PBR x Grillo’s Pickle Beer is a Dill-Forward Lager
Athlete Grooming Campaigns
Head & Shoulders Partners with MLS to Launch Soccer-Focused Campaign
World Cup Football Boots
Skechers Launched Its Razor 2 and Sunset Pack for the World Cup
Court Aerodynamic Paddles
Tesla Pickleball Paddle Shifts Automotive Airflow Engineering to Courts
Soccer-Themed Snack Branding
These Mondelēz Products Get Fans Ready for the World Cup 2026
Supper Club Collectibles
Delilah Launched Its FIFA World Cup 2026 Glassware and Team Cocktails
Beer Brand Campaigns
AB InBev Launched Its 'Cheers to Bars' Campaign for the FIFA World Cup 2026
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
Sports Branding-Inspired Cannabis Products
Sluggers Embraces Sports Fandom and Collecting
Playful Pickle Initiatives
Pickle It Forward Lets Pickle Lovers & Pickle Haters Win at McDonald's
Comfortable Sporty Essentials
Aerie Launches a FIFA World Cup 2026™ Collection
Athlete-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Launches Collectible Football Sets with Messi and Ronaldo
Football-Themed Sour Candies
Sour Patch Kids MVP Top Picks Mix Combines Multiple Products
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
Gamified Sports Rewards
Mountain Dew Links MLB Home Runs to Real-Time Free Drink Rewards
Globe-Shaped Bar Carts
BuzzBallz's Buzz Around the World Bar Cart Elevates Soccer Watch Parties
Snackable Pickle Pouches
Freestyle Snacks Launched Shelf-Stable Pickle Chips and Mini Pickles
Multitasking Volunteer Initiatives
Heineken Fan Volunteers Applies a Rarely Used Employee Benefit
Football-Focused Brand Platforms
Pepsi Football Nation Seeks to Unify the Brand's Partnerships
AI-Driven Sports Startups
IBM Launches Its Sports Tech Startup Challenge
Game-Day Getup Sweepstakes
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Axe Wants to See Fans' Craziest Outfits
Corporate Travel Trends
Navan Reported Its Corporate Booking Data for FIFA World Cup Host Cities
Athlete-Backed Beverage Campaigns
PepsiCo and NFL Players Debut 'Tailgate Crashers'
Soccer-Themed Nostalgic Snacks
Little Debbie Debuts the Summer of Soccer Promotinon
Football Inspired Apparel
The Levi’s Ringer T-Shirt Collection Honors Countries Ahead of World Cup
High-Performance Pickleball Paddles
Paddletek Debuts the Reserve Honeyfoam™ Pickleball Paddle
Non-Alcoholic Beer Ambassadors
Heineken Named Serena Williams Its Non-Alcoholic Beer Ambassador
Dog-Friendly Fan Events
Purina and KC2026 Welcome Pets During Dog Days at the FIFA Fan Festival
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Soccer Capsules
Palace & Nike Dropped an England Football Collection as Part of the Nike x2 Series
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
Tournament-Inspired Waterfront Takeovers
Tequila Don Julio 1942 Unveiled the 'Port of Champions'
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
Padel Business-Focused Expansions
Racquet 360 Announced a Substantial Investment for Its Business
Sports-Inspired Beverage Collaborations
Kung Fu Tea and Red Bull Launch Soccer-Themed Bubble Tea
Soccer-Inspired RV Platform Initiatives
RV Rental Platform Outdoorsy Targets Soccer Fans
Globally Inspired Mashup Recipes
The TUMS Food Match Cup Fuses Fandom, Food and Heartburn Relief
Colleague-Connecting Pubs
The Office by Heineken Celebrates the Best Part of Work Culture
Community Sports Pitches
EA SPORTS FC and LALIGA Opened Its Grassroots Soccer Pitch in the Bronx
Soccer Streetwear Collaborations
Carré and Coca-Cola Launched a Soccer Streetwear Collection
Food Brand Partnerships
Protein Pints Teams Up with the San Diego Padres
Padel Competition Expansions
The Anglo American Padel Cup Launches Its Second Edition
Sports-Themed Beer Campaigns
This BrewDog Promotion Offers the Chance at a Year of Free Beer
Science-Backed Youth Sports Programs
Sportball Systems Inc. is Expanding to India
Shareable Soccer Pretzel Snacks
Auntie Anne’s Pitch Pack is Ready for the World Cup
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
Tennis Tournament Outfitters
BOSS Secures Australian Open Tennis Fashion Partnership
Empowering Soccer-Themed Cultural Campaigns
LOTTO Launches the Legends Begin with LOTTO Campaign
Personalized Telehealth Service Platforms
Enhanced Reports Success of the Inaugural Enhanced Games
Energy-Generating Soccer Balls
PowerOn's Kinetic Energy Technology Powers Small External Devices
Soccer-Themed Sports Drinks
Powerade FIFA Playstyles Celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Fan Culture Activations
StubHub Launched Its World Cup Cuts a Multi-City Barbershop Campaign
Canadian Fan-Based Campaigns
Molson Launches its 'Performance Enhancing Canadians' Initiative
Drop-Culture Sport Campaigns
Easton and Dick's Launched Its Limited Edition Equipment Drop
Pickleball-Focused Exclusive Footwear Partnerships
Mizuno Joins Forces with EmpowHer Pickleball
Football-Focused Venue Marketing Campaigns
Dave & Buster's Delivers on Social Atmosphere & Dining
Soccer Tournament-Long Store Promotions
7-Eleven Debuts the Special FanLand Promotion
Athlete-Inspired Personalized Workout Experiences
Zing Coach Partners with Paris Saint-Germain
Official Pickleball Balls
Life Time's LT Pro 48 is the Official Ball of Major League Pickleball
Empowering Soccer-Inspired Beverage Campaigns
Electrolit Debuts Made for This Campaign
Padel Sport Financial Partnerships
VanEck Signed on as Its Exclusive ETF Partner of the Padel Cup
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
German Soccer Can Designs
Bitburger’s Pilsner Cans Mark the German Team’s World Cup Campaign
Celebratory Football Beer Campaigns
Tennent’s Time to Dream Campaign Celebrates the World Cup
Soccer-Focused Official Snack Campaigns
Lay’s Ran the Lay’s Fan of the Match Opportunity
Athlete-Branded Outdoor Appliances
Ninja Launched a New Campaign For Upgraded Backyard Cooking
Dedicated Social Event Apps
TikTok Pro Events is Arriving Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
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
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
AI Sports Viewing Companions
Pizza Hut Debuted 'Hutty,' an AI Companion for March Madness
World Cup Gaming Contests
Splash Sports Launched Its $3M World Cup Survivor Contest
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Floating Pickleball Courts
Inflatableisland.co Boasts a First-Of-Its-Kind Pickleball Court
Patriotic Tennis Apparel Drops
BOAST & Volition America Launched Its Patriotic Tennis Collection
Hydration-Focused Pickleball Partnerships
Waterdrop Filter Sponsors Major League Pickleball
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
Interactive Soccer Viewing Experience
PubNub Partners with DAZN for FIFA Club World Cup 2025™
Inclusive Soccer Experiences
Carlsberg and Liverpool Football Club Utilize British Sign Language
Large-Scale Indoor Pickleball Clubs
Match Point Pickleball Club is Opening a Sizable Establishment
Pickleball Footwear Designs
Selkirk Sport Debuts Legacy Pro and Legacy Classic Shoes
Pickleball Club Flagships
The District Padel & Pickleball Club Opens in Toronto
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
Fantasy Sports Apps
bet365 Launched Its Free-to-Play Fantasy Sports App Ahead of World Cup 2026
Grown-Up Recess Events
Perfect Day is Hosting Recess for Adults in Brooklyn's Prospect Park
Pickleball Facility Development Strategies
Pickleball Canada Parners with IPOP
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Football Challenge Campaigns
Coca-Cola Beat the Icon Fantasy Premier League Lets Fans Face Stars
Optimized National Pickleball Leagues
Playbypoint and National Pickleball League Australia Partner
Grassroots Recreational Initiatives
FCC Hoops is Now the Full Court Sports Club
Sports Highlights Platforms
Snack Sports Delivers Curated Highlights Without Social Media Pressure
Points-Powered Sports Travel
point.me Helps Fans Use Rewards for World Cup Travel and Tickets
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
Pre-Match Pop-Up Shops
The Higgidy Pre-Match Pie & Pint Pop Up Helps Fans Refuel
Rule-Free Sports Tables
Ping Pong Park by Exercice Turns Gameplay into Open-Ended Play
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