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Yonex | A tennis and badminton giant enters pickleball
Yonexis a leading Japanese racket sports maker. Boasting top global share in tennis and badminton, it entered the pickleball market in 2024. It's rolling out four Japan-made EZONE/VCORE paddle models in the North American market.
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Pickleball paddle lineup
| Model | Price | Shape | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| EZONE | $139.99 | Standard | Wide sweet spot |
| EZONE Plus | $199.99 | Elongated | Reach-focused |
| VCORE | $139.99 | Oval | Spin-precision-focused |
| VCORE Plus | $199.99 | Elongated | 16.4″ x 7.4″、7.9oz |
Technical features
Spin performance from a PP honeycomb core, proprietary HT graphite carbon fiber, a fiberglass layer, and a micro-particle coating. It applies over 70 years of racket technology built in tennis and badminton. All models made in Japan.
Market rollout
Currently rolling out mainly in the North American market (Yonex USA). Sales within Japan are unconfirmed at this time.
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* The prices, sponsored players, rankings, etc. in this article are information as of June 2026. Please check each official site for the latest information.