Asia Pickleball Insider Episode #15 (UPA Termination, RPM blocked on IG, UPA Paddle Licensing Fees) episode artwork

EPISODE · Dec 30, 2025 · 41 MIN

Asia Pickleball Insider Episode #15 (UPA Termination, RPM blocked on IG, UPA Paddle Licensing Fees)

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SummaryIn this episode of Asia Pickleball Insider, Rob Nunnery, Migo Claudio and James Ignatowitch discuss the recent UPA contract controversy, its implications for players, and the business of paddle testing and certification. They delve into the UPA blocking RPM and its founders on Instagram and how this neglects the fees that the company pays to be on the tour. Finally they discuss James' future plans in Asia.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:48 The UPA Situation Explained03:23 Financial Implications and Future Plans06:46 The Impact of RPM on the Paddle Market10:36 Social Media Blockage and Its Consequences11:36 Understanding Paddle Certification Fees18:22 The Future of Paddle Companies22:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

SummaryIn this episode of Asia Pickleball Insider, Rob Nunnery, Migo Claudio and James Ignatowitch discuss the recent UPA contract controversy, its implications for players, and the business of paddle testing and certification. They delve into the UPA blocking RPM and its founders on Instagram and how this neglects the fees that the company pays to be on the tour. Finally they discuss James' future plans in Asia.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:48 The UPA Situation Explained03:23 Financial Implications and Future Plans06:46 The Impact of RPM on the Paddle Market10:36 Social Media Blockage and Its Consequences11:36 Understanding Paddle Certification Fees18:22 The Future of Paddle Companies22:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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