Corporate Pickleball League was founded at YMCA T. Boone Pickens in Dallas — not from a boardroom, but during paternity leave. As a lawyer who bills by the hour, I know that time is sacred. We start on time, end on time — because your time matters. But it’s not just about punctuality. Every aspect of this league is intentional, from the way we structure matches, to fostering connections between corporate entities to the impact we make in our community. We play with purpose, knowing that what we do here matters beyond the court. 

The leagues are co-ed, high-efficiency competitions that bring together teams from the most reputable and respected corporations, commercial and investment banks, and architecture and law firms in the world — AT&T, Arcosa, Baker Botts, Bravo Energy Partners, Ernst & Young, Goldman Sachs, Houlihan Lokey, HKS, Kirkland & Ellis, Kirksey, PinnacleGroup, McCathern, NexPoint, Raytheon, Russell Reynolds & Associates, Wells Fargo, Winston Taylor, Vinson & Elkins and more. 

But that’s only half the story. On Purpose means we’re driven by more than just competition. I wanted to build something people could be proud to join — something that gives back. That’s why a portion of every league’s proceeds supports financial literacy for underprivileged youth. CPL, through a partnership with American Bitcoin Club, teaches underprivileged teenagers financial literacy and helps fund their own investment portfolios. And we are just getting started. We don’t just play to win. We play to matter.

I see a future of corporations around the world competing in local Corporate Pickleball Leagues and raising millions of dollars for youth financial literacy. Pickleball ought to thrive not just across Dallas, but in every city across the country, and around the world. Imagine a global network of high-performing professionals, united by sport, camaraderie, and a shared commitment to giving back. On Time. On Purpose.

And it just might be the most productive 45 minutes of your week.