In this episode, Cesc and Julian sit down with Reid Alper, General Manager of Reserve Padel Hudson Yards, to dive into the story behind Manhattan’s first padel club. Reid shares how he discovered padel, what makes the Hudson Yards location unique, and how Reserve is building a community where sport becomes a lifestyle.

With its three outdoor glass-enclosed courts, stunning views, lounge, locker rooms, and pro shop, Reserve NYC is redefining the urban sports club experience. Plus, hear about their bold vision for expanding padel across the U.S. through activations, pop-ups, and high-level tournaments.

Whether you’re a player, a fan, or just padel-curious—this is one episode you don’t want to miss.

Next week on Padel Smash Academy—we’re debuting the Northeast Edition of our Padel Club Reviews! 🎾 From Boston to NYC to Philly, Cesc & Julian are spotlighting the clubs you need to see.

Proudly sponsored by Fromuth Racquet Distribution—your go-to for elite Padel gear.

These live-streamed walkthroughs feature full club tours, plus Cesc and Julian testing the courts with a quick match.

Streaming only on YouTube—make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss when we go live!

In this episode, Cesc and Julian sit down with Chase Woodsum, Founder of the first dedicated padel facility in the Boston area. A lifelong athlete and adventurer, Chase shares his journey from collegiate golfer to outdoor enthusiast—and now, padel club pioneer. After falling in love with the sport just two years ago, he made the bold leap to bring padel to his hometown of Boston.

They dive into the story behind his club, the challenges of launching in a new market, and his mission to create a vibrant, inclusive community for all skill levels. Chase also opens up about pricing, amenities, coaching plans, and the unique events already making waves in the Boston Padel scene.

Whether you're a local player or just love hearing how padel is expanding across the U.S., this one’s worth a listen.

Building padel from passion—Boston style.

Next week on Padel Smash Academy—we’re debuting the Northeast Edition of our Padel Club Reviews! 🎾 From Boston to NYC to Philly, Cesc & Julian are spotlighting the clubs you need to see.

Proudly sponsored by Fromuth Racquet Distribution—your go-to for elite Padel gear.

These live-streamed walkthroughs feature full club tours, plus Cesc and Julian testing the courts with a quick match.

Streaming only on YouTube—make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss when we go live!

In this new episode of the Padel Smash Academy podcast, Cesc and Julian sit down with Santiago Gomez, Founder and CEO of Padel Haus, for an exclusive on-site interview at the stunning new Padel Haus Dumbo location in New York City. A visionary entrepreneur with roots in both hospitality and sport, Santiago shares how summers playing padel in Acapulco and a pandemic rediscovery of the game led to his bold mission: to redefine the U.S. padel experience.

From co-founding the globally acclaimed restaurant Cosme to launching a premium padel lifestyle brand, Santiago blends cultural sophistication, design, and elite-level athletics in every Padel Haus location. Now expanding to six clubs, including the luxe Brooklyn waterfront site with its indoor courts, social lounges, and spa-quality amenities, Padel Haus is building more than just places to play—it's building the future of padel in America.

Tune in as Cesc and Julian explore the journey, the vision, and what’s next for one of the sport’s most ambitious U.S. entrepreneurs.

Next week on Padel Smash Academy—we’re debuting the Northeast Edition of our Padel Club Reviews! 🎾 From Boston to NYC to Philly, Cesc & Julian are spotlighting the clubs you need to see.

Proudly sponsored by Fromuth Racquet Distribution—your go-to for elite Padel gear.

These live-streamed walkthroughs feature full club tours, plus Cesc and Julian testing the courts with a quick match.

Streaming only on YouTube—make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss when we go live!

In this special episode of the Padel Smash Academy podcast, recorded during our Northeast road trip, Cesc and Julian sit down with Mehdi Rhazali, CEO and Co-Founder of VIVA Padel & Pickleball Club in Philadelphia—the city’s first exclusive outdoor padel club. Nestled in downtown Philly, VIVA is more than a sports facility—it’s a lifestyle destination blending padel, pickleball, wellness, and community in a high-energy, state-of-the-art space.

Mehdi shares the story behind building VIVA, the dedicated team that made it happen, and their impressive early success—already in the black and expanding fast. He also teases a new indoor Padel Club just 30 minutes away. The conversation dives into what it takes to grow a Padel club in the U.S., from community engagement to strategic planning.

This episode is a teaser for our full walkthrough and video review of VIVA, dropping next week during Padel Smash Academy’s Week of Padel Club Reviews—proudly sponsored by Fromuth Racquet Distribution.

In this episode of the Padel Smash Academy podcast, Cesc and Julian sit down with David Gutstadt, CEO and Founder of Ballers—a bold new concept bringing country club sports to the heart of the city. The flagship location inside Philadelphia’s iconic Battery building will feature pickleball, padel, golf, squash, and soccer, all under one roof—plus a premium bar & restaurant, spa-like amenities, and curated event spaces. David shares his vision, how he raised funds from some of the “big ballers” backing this project, and what makes the Ballers business model so unique. The trio also talks expansion, revealing when and where future Ballers clubs are opening. This episode sets the stage for our upcoming YouTube video on-site walkthrough and match featuring Cesc, Julian, David, and the Ballers Head Padel Coach.

Perfect for listeners curious about the future of urban racquet sports, next-gen club concepts, and what it takes to build a premium sports destination from the ground up.

In this episode of the Padel Smash Academy Podcast, Cesc and Julian sit down with Gabriel Perez Krieb — co-owner and chairman of the San Diego Stingrays, head of Taktika Padel, and Vice President of the US Padel Association (USPA). As a founding figure in the Pro Padel League (PPL), Gabriel shares his insight into the explosive growth of Padel in the U.S., the vision behind the San Diego Stingrays, and why developing homegrown American talent is crucial for the sport’s long-term success. From league expansion to national representation, this is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of Padel in the USA.

In this episode of the Padel Smash Academy Podcast, Cesc and Julian sit down with Sergio Ortiz, owner of the Houston Volts and one of the true pioneers of Padel in the United States.

Sergio shares his incredible journey through the sport — from his roots as a passionate player to becoming President of the USPA, and now leading one of the Pro Padel League's standout teams. They discuss the explosive growth of the PPL, what it takes to build the largest Padel facility in the USA right in the heart of Texas, and his vision for the future of the sport in North America.

This episode is packed with insight, passion, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to build Padel from the ground up in the U.S.

In this episode, Cesc and Julian sit down with Oswaldo Torre, owner of the Cancun Waves, to dive into the evolution of the Pro Padel League. From its early beginnings to the recent overhaul and new ownership, Oswaldo shares his perspective on how the league has transformed in just two seasons.

They also explore:

• Why Cancun became a key team in a U.S.-based league
• The rising momentum of Padel across North America
• What goes into selecting the right players
• And what the future of the sport looks like through the eyes of a new team owner

Whether you're a fan of the PPL or a Padel business insider, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.