The leading Irish Padel company, Padel 100 is delighted to announce that it has secured a €5m investment to launch an ambitious national network of 100 state-of-the-art padel courts across Ireland. This major development is being delivered in partnership with Acenta Group, a dynamic infrastructure and investment firm that recently celebrated its successful launch on the Nasdaq Stockholm in Sweden. Padel100 is backed by Founders Ben Keohane, Ryan Hennessy and a group of investors from the world of business and sport including the retired professional Irish rugby union player Frankie Sheahan and businessman Michael Mulcahy.
The funding marks a bold step forward for the growth of padel in Ireland, aiming to make the sport accessible to communities across all 32 counties. Construction of the first courts is set to begin this summer, with locations in Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, Clare, Limerick, Waterford and Wexford confirmed as part of Phase One. Additional sites across suburban and regional areas will follow throughout 2025 and beyond.
“We’re building more than just courts – we’re building a movement,” said Ben Keohane, Co-Founder & CEO of Padel 100. “This €5 million investment, combined with the expertise of our partners at Acenta Group, allows us to deliver world-class padel experiences across Ireland. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, Padel 100 is creating spaces where everyone can play, connect and thrive.”
Speaking at the announcement, Co-Founder & Head of Partnerships, Ryan Hennessy said, “After engaging with numerous clubs nationwide, we have seen exceptional interest and enthusiasm for Padel, a dynamic and inclusive sport poised to attract new members and enhance engagement at all levels and in all types of sports clubs, schools and golf clubs. We are highly encouraged by the number of clubs that have already signed expressions of interest with us, with so many more engaged at various levels with us.”
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