Court Connections: ONIX Pickleball's Story

Feb 9, 2024

Court Connections: ONIX Pickleball's Story

Every great brand has a story, and ONIX Pickleball is no exception. As a leading name in the world of pickleball, ONIX has a rich history rooted in innovation, passion, and a commitment to excellence. Let's explore the inspiring origin story of ONIX and how it has become synonymous with quality and performance in the pickleball community.

  1. Inception of ONIX:

"Since its founding in 2005, ONIX Pickleball has dedicated its mission to growing and supporting the sport at a professional level. We are proudly headquartered in Evansville, Indiana. We are one of the original pickleball brands being founded in 2005. Our mission has always been to grow the sport at a professional level and we are so excited to see where the sport is today and where it is going."


2. Passion for Pickleball:

"At ONIX Pickleball, we are proud to be pickleball players ourselves. Our headquarters features two indoor pickleball courts and you can often see employees playing or testing products early in the mornings, at lunch, in the late afternoons and evenings, and on weekends. We are as passionate about the game as our customers are. We offer an annual employee tournament for bragging rights. All at the company are encouraged to have fun and stay active and pickleball is a wonderful way to do that daily."


3. Evolution and Growth:

"ONIX has grown to a top performance pickleball brand with professional athletes playing at the highest level. We have seen great growth since the founding in 2005, including with the launch of the Evoke Premier paddle and acquisition of the Dura Pickleball in 2019. In 2023, we elevated our game once more with the launch of five new tournament pickleball paddles."



4. Innovations and Impact:

"Every day we design performance solutions to make the game faster, more precise, and more strategic. We never stop researching, developing, engineering the highest performing gear. We talk and listen to our athletes and create equipment for players by players. Our all-new ONIX Evoke Premier Pro Raw Carbon Pickleball PaddleEvoke Mayhem Composite Pickleball PaddleEvoke Malice Composite Pickleball Paddle and Evoke Malice DB Composite Pickleball Paddle paddles features a patented ThermoFused Technology that molds the paddle to exact specifications and a carbon fiber Power Frame that wraps the entire paddle providing extra strength for the most rigorous play."

5. Community Engagement: 

"We support the pickleball community with donations to tournaments, events, nonprofits, fundraisers, and more. Pickleball can change lives for the better and our focus is to spread the love of the sport to everyone."

Over the years, ONIX has become synonymous with excellence in the world of pickleball. Its paddles, balls, and accessories are trusted by players of all skill levels, from beginners to professional athletes. Whether on the recreational court or the tournament stage, ONIX products consistently deliver superior performance, reliability, and durability.

In conclusion, the ONIX origin story is one of passion, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. From its humble beginnings to its status as a global leader in pickleball equipment, ONIX has remained true to its core values while continuously raising the bar for quality and performance. As the sport of pickleball continues to thrive, ONIX stands ready to inspire and empower players around the world with its exceptional products and unwavering dedication to the game.

Court Connections in February sponsored by ONIX Pickleball