What an incredible start. In just one day, our FLIPP our new All-In-One Ball Picker & Hopper Kickstarter campaign has been fully funded, with over 900 backers pledging more than $100,000 USD. We are beyond grateful for this outpouring of support.

This milestone is the result of nearly three years of work, countless prototypes, and endless testing on the courts. From the beginning, our goal was clear: create the best possible ball picker and hopper for tennis, pickleball, and padel. We’ve refined every detail so players and coaches can spend less time chasing balls and more time enjoying the game.

Your backing means that vision is about to become reality. With these funds, we’ll move into production and get FLIPP into the hands of thousands of players and coaches around the world. We can’t wait to see the difference it makes in helping people focus on playing, improving, and loving the sport instead of wasting time collecting balls.

Thank you to everyone who has supported, shared, and believed in this project. You’ve helped us achieve this dream in record time, and this is only the beginning.

If you haven’t joined yet, there’s still time to back the campaign and be among the first to get FLIPP. Visit NKORT.COM/KICKSTARTER and help us bring more play to every court.

In the fast-paced world of tennis, pickleball, and padel, every second on the court counts. But for decades, players have been bogged down by one unavoidable drag: ball collection. Picture this—after an intense drill or a heated rally, you’re left hunched over, painstakingly picking up scattered balls with outdated tools like flimsy tubes or baskets. Or worse, wrestling with bulky ball mowers that feel more like farm equipment than sports gear. It’s slow, it’s tedious, and it’s stealing precious time from what you love most: actually playing the game.

Enter FLIPP by NKORT®—the ultimate game-changer that’s flipping the script on ball pickup forever. This isn’t just an incremental upgrade; it’s the single biggest leap in ball collection technology since these sports were invented. Finally, there’s a solution that combines speed, convenience, and fun into one portable powerhouse, transforming a dreaded chore into an effortless part of your routine.

The Pain of the Past: Why Traditional Tools Fall Short

Let’s be real: traditional ball collection methods have been holding us back for far too long. Those old-school hoppers require you to bend down repeatedly, straining your back and wasting minutes between sets. Ball mowers? Sure, they work on large courts, but they’re heavy, cumbersome, and impractical for everyday players. For pickleball enthusiasts or padel pros, the options are even slimmer—often resorting to manual scooping that kills the momentum of practice sessions.

This inefficiency isn’t just annoying; it’s a barrier to improvement. Coaches know that downtime disrupts flow, casual players get frustrated and quit early, and even pros lose valuable reps. We’ve all been there, sweating under the sun, wishing for a better way. Well, wish no more—FLIPP is here to end the era of slow, bulky tools once and for all.

Enter FLIPP: Speed, Portability, and Pure Innovation

What makes FLIPP so revolutionary? It’s designed with the modern player in mind, packing features that address every pain point head-on. At its core, FLIPP speeds up ball collection dramatically—simply roll it over the balls, and watch them snap into place with satisfying efficiency. No bending, no fuss, just seamless pickup that lets you clear the court in a fraction of the time.

But FLIPP doesn’t stop at collection. It doubles as a versatile hopper, holding up to 80 tennis balls or 60 pickleballs, and converts from picker to stand-up mode with a simple flip. Weighing under 9 pounds and fully foldable, it’s incredibly portable—toss it in your trunk without a second thought. Compact yet durable, it thrives on any surface: clay, hard courts, turf, you name it. And the best part? It’s easy and downright fun to use. Gliding around the court feels like a breeze, turning what was once drudgery into an engaging activity that keeps the energy high.

This epic innovation isn’t just about convenience—it’s about unlocking your full potential. With FLIPP, you spend less time picking up and more time playing, drilling, and improving. Imagine tighter practice sessions, faster skill gains, and pure enjoyment without the interruptions. It’s a tool that empowers everyone, from weekend warriors to elite athletes, to play more and waste less time.

The Future of Courts Worldwide: FLIPP Everywhere

The ripple effects of FLIPP are massive. Soon, every tennis, pickleball, and padel court around the globe—from bustling clubs to backyard setups—will have one. Why? Because it’s not hype; it’s a practical evolution that boosts efficiency, reduces fatigue, and elevates the entire experience. Players will improve faster, coaches will run smoother programs, and the sports we love will become even more accessible and exciting.

In a world where time is everything, FLIPP by NKORT® is the breakthrough we’ve all been waiting for. It’s more than a tool—it’s a catalyst for better, more joyful play.

Ready to flip your game? Head over to NKORT.com to learn more and get your FLIPP today!

Padel has exploded globally — more than 30 million players in over 130 countries as of 2025. In Spain, it’s the second most popular sport, behind only football, with over 5 million active participants and 20,000+ courts. Rapid growth is also visible across Europe (France, Italy, UK), South America, the U.S., and Asia.

The ball‑pickup problem on padel courts

Padel is played on a 10 × 20 m enclosed court surrounded by glass or mesh walls. During drills or matches, balls routinely bounce to the back corners or wedge between walls and fencing — places where standard tubes, baskets, or rolling carts struggle to reach. Manually bending for each ball in these areas adds up over a long session.

How FLIPP solves it — cleanly and efficiently

Perfect fit for padel’s environment

During padel practice lessons, balls tend to cluster along the glass and fences. FLIPP’s forks let you slide in close to pick them up without redirecting or chasing them manually. In tournament or coaching environments where multiple balls accumulate around court edges, FLIPP lets coaches stay in motion, not off to the sideline recalibrating gear.

Bottom line

With padel becoming one of the world’s fastest‑growing team racquet sports, time saved on ball collection means more drills, more rallies, and less downtime. FLIPP hits the sweet spot — it’s fast, nimble, compact, and built for exactly the kind of court‑edge pickups you see every padel session.

Ready to cut your ball‑pickup time in half?

Sign up now on the FLIPP launch waitlist and be among the first to get the ultimate padel ball collector/hopper. Join the waitlist today and get back to playing — faster.