Job Description

Position Overview: The PPA Tour is seeking a highly organized, meticulous, and service-oriented Pro Player Liaison to be the primary point of contact and support for our professional athletes. This pivotal role ensures a seamless experience for top players from pre-tournament preparation through on-site event execution. The Pro Player Liaison will manage crucial player data, facilitate event registrations, and provide essential on-site coordination, contributing directly to the professionalism and success of every PPA Tour event. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a passion for pickleball to directly impact the lives of professional athletes in a rapidly expanding sport.

Key Responsibilities:

Athlete Information & Content Management:

• Meticulously collect, update, and organize comprehensive athlete information for ppatour.com and pickleball.com.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date biographical profiles for all professional pickleball players.
• Update player sponsorship affiliations across various internal and external websites.
• Source, manage, and organize high-quality photographic assets, ensuring their availability for website and promotional use.
• Manage and track athlete participation records for clinics and special events.

Player Event Registration & Recruitment:

• Oversee and facilitate the efficient registration process for all PPA Tour tournaments for professional players.
• Collaborate proactively with the sponsorship and tournament operations teams to secure professional pickleball players for events and clinics.
• Manage and verify registration data, ensuring accurate participant lists and clear communication.
• Provide essential on-site registration support as needed.

On-Site Event Coordination & Support:

• Requires willingness to travel extensively to pickleball tournaments to provide direct assistance and support to professional players on-site.
• Coordinate closely with the tour operations team on the strategic set-up and efficient tear-down of pro courts, the dedicated pro player lounge, and the overall tournament infrastructure.
• Work in conjunction with tournament operations to meticulously plan and manage the daily schedule of play for each day of the tournament.
• Liaise effectively with the broadcast team to communicate player matchups, specific court assignments, and broadcast times, ensuring smooth live coverage.
• When required, provide direct assistance to professional athletes, including guiding them through crowded locations.

Inter-Departmental Collaboration:

• Communicate proactively with various PPA staff regarding player logistics, event requirements, and general inquiries, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Assist with the strategic planning and implementation of new ideas and operational changes that enhance the pro player experience and overall tournament flow.

Professional Development Opportunities:

• Industry Insight: Gain firsthand experience and a deep understanding of the inner workings of a dynamic and rapidly growing professional sports league.
• Website Management: Contribute to the ongoing maintenance and improvement of the PPA's official website and digital platforms, enhancing your digital content management skills.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Interact and collaborate extensively with various departments within the PPA, including marketing, communications, events, and athlete relations, broadening your professional network.
• Networking Opportunities: Build meaningful relationships and expand your professional network within the professional pickleball community, including athletes, coaches, agents, and industry leaders.
• Skill Development: Continuously enhance your organizational, communication, problem-solving, and time management skills in a fast-paced, high-stakes sports event environment.

Qualifications:

• Passion for Pickleball: A genuine, demonstrable interest in the sport of pickleball and a keen understanding of the professional pickleball landscape.
• Strong Organizational Skills: Exceptional ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize deadlines effectively, and maintain meticulous and accurate records in a dynamic setting.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally, diplomatically, and effectively with high-profile athletes, sponsors, and internal staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required for data management, reporting, and presentations.
• Self-Starter & Proactive: Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and anticipate needs with minimal supervision.
• Team Player: A strong willingness to collaborate, support colleagues, and contribute positively to a team-oriented, high-performance work environment.
• Travel Availability: Ability and willingness to travel extensively to various tournament locations across the United States, including weekends and holidays, as dictated by the PPA Tour schedule.

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