# Tennis Ball Grabbers The Tennis-Picker Was Inspired by the 2014 Wimbledon Championships By M | Published 2014-07-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2014-wimbledon-championships References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2014/07/08/pick-a-ball/) & [idsa.org](http://www.idsa.org/tennis-picker) In light of the 2014 Wimbledon championships, designers Yu Yunjo and Kim Seunghyun have created a revolutionary product called the Tennis-Picker. This nifty velcro sticker attachment sticks on to any [tennis racket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blitz-attack-racquet) to help you collect runaway balls. The Tennis-Picker is a must-have accessory for any tennis player. With a sleek [Velcro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patch-cap) design, the Tennis-Picker is able to easily adhere to the fuzzy surface of a green tennis ball. All you have to do to collect a runaway tennis ball is simply point your racket towards the tiny neon green ball and ensure they touch. Once the ball is stuck onto the racket you can simply lift the racket up to your opposite hand to collect the ball. Now you don't have to worry about continuously bending over and hurting your back. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Velcro Sticker Attachments:** Designers are creating innovative products like the Tennis-Picker that use Velcro sticker attachments to improve functionality and convenience. - **Runaway Ball Collection:** Innovative designs like the Tennis-Picker are helping tennis players collect runaway balls more easily and efficiently. - **Ergonomic Tennis Accessories:** The Tennis-Picker is an example of the growing trend of ergonomic accessories that aim to improve comfort and prevent injuries in sports. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sports Equipment Manufacturing:** Companies in the sports equipment manufacturing industry can explore the development of Velcro sticker attachments to enhance the functionality of their products. - **Athletic Apparel:** The athletic apparel industry can consider incorporating Velcro sticker attachments into their products to provide additional convenience to athletes. - **Physical Therapy:** Providers in the physical therapy industry can utilize ergonomic tennis accessories like the Tennis-Picker to prevent injuries and aid in rehabilitation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Slender Tennis Ball Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-tennis-ball-picker-and-dispenser.md) - [Game-Changing Tennis Equipments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bounce-tub.md) - [Adjustable Gripper Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fetchpro.md) - [Sporty Pickle-Themed Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vlasic-pickles.md) - [Glam Pickleball Paddles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-x-nettie.md) - [Digital Icon-Inspired Tennis Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wilson-and-apple.md) - [Optimized Pro Pickleballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ultimate-pickleball.md) - [Multi-Sport Tennis Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orvy.md) - [Co-Branded Pickleball Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickleball-bag.md)