Joining the ranks of football superstars like Tom Brady, Drew Brees, and OBJ, former NFL defensive end Cliff Avril is making a significant investment in the sport of ‘Pickleball’. With a net worth of $10,000,000, Avril is taking a strategic step in diversifying his portfolio and joining the growing list of athletes showing interest in this trending sport.
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Pickleball, often recognized as America’s fastest-growing sport, has been garnering attention from top athletes, and Cliff Avril’s recent investment adds more momentum to its popularity. As more athletes show interest and put their money into the game, it is expected to attract an even larger audience and significant financial support in the days to come.
Former NFL Star Cliff Avril Joins D.C. Pickleball Team Ownership Group
Cliff Avril, the former NFL Pro Bowler and Super Bowl Champion, is taking his love for pickleball to the next level by joining the ownership group of the D.C. Pickleball Team (DCPT). As an expansion team of Major League Pickleball (MLP) and D.C.’s newest professional sports team, DCPT boasts an impressive roster of investors, including Eva Longoria, Justin Verlander, Kate Upton, and sports stars like Odell Beckham Jr. and Mesut Ozil.
Avril’s decision to invest in pickleball comes after he recently discovered the sport and quickly fell in love with its community, camaraderie, competition, fitness, and pure joy it brings to players. His passion for playing and growing the sport perfectly aligns with the ethos of the D.C. Pickleball Team, as stated by Adam Behnke, Chief Operating Officer of the team.
Expressing his excitement about joining the ownership group, as per PR Newswire, Avril shared,
“Since I stepped foot on the pickleball court, I knew there was something special about it. I was immediately curious about how I could get involved and was thrilled to learn of the opportunity to join D.C. Pickleball Team’s ownership group. I love nothing more than making a positive impact through sport, and I appreciate that our group shares that passion.”
With an impressive NFL career that included stints with the Detroit Lions and Seattle Seahawks, Avril brings his competitive spirit and commitment to success to the world of pickleball. His involvement in D.C. Pickleball Team’s ownership group is expected to further elevate the sport’s popularity and contribute to its growth in the professional sports landscape.
NFL Stars Flock to Pickleball: Cliff Avril Joins Ownership Group, Dak Prescott Regrets Missed Opportunity
Cliff Avril’s investment in D.C. Pickleball Team is part of a growing trend among NFL stars turning their attention to pickleball. As per Andrew Petcash, other football icons like Tom Brady, Drew Brees, and Odell Beckham Jr. have already invested in the sport’s expansion. With Avril’s addition to the ownership group, the popularity and financial prospects of pickleball are soaring.
Interestingly, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott expressed regret for not jumping on the pickleball investment bandwagon when he had the chance. However, with prominent athletes like Cliff Avril backing the league, it might not be too late for Prescott to reconsider investing in the rapidly growing sport.
As more NFL stars pour money into pickleball and join ownership groups like Avril’s, the sport is gaining unprecedented traction, attracting new fans, and solidifying its position as America’s fastest-growing pastime. With the backing of these influential athletes, the future of pickleball seems brighter than ever.
