An official opening ceremony has been held for a new padel tennis scheme completed in Nottinghamshire.
BSP Consulting was the civil and structural engineer for the development at the One Call Stadium in Mansfield, which is the UAE-based World Padel Academy’s first international facility.
The development was designed by CPMG Architects, with Grace Machin as the planning consultant.
The Mansfield scheme is the second completed by this team, and follows the opening of padel tennis courts at Notts County’s Meadow Lane ground in Nottingham.
BSP director Tony Goddard, who attended the opening event, said: “We were very pleased to be part of the team developing this new padel tennis scheme in Nottinghamshire. Having previously worked on a similar project at Notts County’s ground we had experience of this particular type of facility, and indeed we are currently looking at a third scheme.
“With padel being one of the fastest growing sports in the world, it’s great that this new padel tennis scheme has been completed in Mansfield, giving local residents the chance to try their hand at this popular leisure activity.”
Reactions
The new padel tennis facility in Mansfield has been welcomed with excitement.
Ali Al Arif, CEO of World Padel Academy (WPA), said: “As an Emirati company, we are proud to be the first in the region to take padel to an international audience. This achievement showcases our dedication to promoting the sport and strengthening ties between the UAE and the global padel community.”
Andy Abrahams, Mayor of Mansfield, commented: “Welcoming World Padel Academy to Mansfield is an exciting step for our town. This partnership will not only bring a new sport to our community but also foster cultural exchange and strengthen our local economy. We look forward to seeing the positive impact WPA will have on our residents and our town.”
Meanwhile, Steve Yemm, MP for Mansfield, added: “World Padel Academy’s arrival in Mansfield is a testament to the growing global appeal of our town. This partnership is a fantastic opportunity to promote cultural ties and economic growth through sports.”
James Bowring, COO of WPA UK, said: “This expansion is a significant step for WPA and the sport of padel. We are excited to bring our expertise to Mansfield and work closely with the community to grow the game.”
John Radford, chairman of Mansfield Town Football Club, also welcomed the development and said: “Partnering with World Padel Academy aligns with our vision for community development through sport. We are excited about the opportunities this collaboration will create for Mansfield.”
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