Pickleball Insurance Trends and the Hidden Risks Club Owners Miss

As pickleball clubs continue to expand across the country, many operators are focused on growth, court utilization and member acquisition. But according to Cameron Linder, one of the biggest risks operators face may actually be hidden in the fine print of their insurance policies. As the CEO of Pickleball Insurance Program (PIP), Cameron has a front-row seat to the claims, coverage gaps and operational mistakes facilities are making as the industry matures. In this episode, Cameron shares: -Common insurance exclusions pickleball club operators are still overlooking -The real risks facilities face as competition and participation grow -Why proper documentation and video retention matter when injuries happen -How operators should think about insurance as a long-term business partnership -The value of intimate networking events like the Pickleball Innovators Summit -Why relationship-driven events create better conversations than large trade shows -His outlook on the future of the pickleball club industry and where it’s headed next -Why pickleball has the potential to strengthen community connection in a post-COVID world Whether you’re opening your first facility or scaling multiple locations, this episode offers valuable perspective on protecting your business while building for long-term success. 🎙️ Guest: Cameron Linder, CEO, Pickleball Insurance Program (PIP) To stay in the loop on the latest trends in the pickleball club space, subscribe to the Pickleball Innovators newsletter: pickleballinnovators.com/subscribe