Mike Erwin brings 30+ years of racket sports expertise to every project, from pioneering the first college padel facility in the world to delivering tournament-ready courts at Coachella in four days.
Mike Erwin brings over 30 years of racket sports experience as a facility and program developer, Division I head coach, professional tournament and event operator, and sought-after consultant. He has been at the forefront of padel’s growth in the United States — pioneering, developing, building, and operating facilities in high-profile, first-to-market locations.
Work With MikeEnd-to-end guidance from site selection and feasibility through design, permitting, and operations.
Premium padel courts sourced and installed to professional-grade specifications. Routine maintenance and court repairs.
Short-term court installations and full-service event production for festivals, brand activations, clubs, and sponsors.
Hands-on advisory for clubs, investors, and brands entering the padel space — facility planning, operations, growth strategy, and strategic partnerships.
The first padel and pickleball facility on a college campus anywhere in the world — 4 padel courts and 8 pickleball courts. Mike led the project end-to-end: dealmaking, fundraising, construction management, and operational planning.
One of the most iconic waterfront venues in the world. Mike navigated municipal complexity in a historic, high-profile location — upgrading and expanding without compromising the site’s character or visibility.
A six-court indoor club carved out of an industrial warehouse. Complex spatial and logistical challenges solved to deliver an environment that feels like a members’ club, not a sports facility.
Structured directly with the developer and landowner as an anchor placemaking play in a growing mixed-use district. Led the ground-up buildout and negotiated creative shared-use agreements.
Partnered with one of the West Coast’s most successful retail and racket sports operators to launch their padel program — securing courts, leading installation, and integrating into an exacting established business.
Two tournament-ready padel courts delivered at one of the world’s largest music festivals — on a six-week timeline, sourced from two locations, and installed on site in just four days.