Paddlesmash Outdoor Game Update | Shark Tank Season 15

Tim Swindle and Scott Brown couldn’t find a simple, fun game that brought the energy of pickleball and spikeball into one family-friendly experience. So, they created Paddlesmash, a portable outdoor game designed for 2 to 4 players with fast-paced matches that last around 15 minutes. It’s easy to set up, fun to play, and perfect for backyard hangouts or trips to the park. Will they smash a deal in the tank? Find out in our Paddlesmash update and pitch recap.

If you’re short on time, here’s a quick overview of what happened to Paddlesmash after Shark Tank.

Tim and Scott entered Shark Tank Season 15, seeking $250,000 for 10% equity in their portable sports game. After their pitch, they made a deal with Robert Herjavec and Mark Cuban for $250,000 for 20% equity.

In terms of a Paddlesmash update, Tim and Scott told us that they did $100,000 in sales the night they aired. Further, they’ve done “a couple hundred thousand” in sales in the days after.

Shark:	Result:
Robert Herjavec and Mark Cuban	Accepted deal for $250,000 for 20% equity
Kevin O’Leary	$250,000 for 15% equity
Lori Greiner	No offer
Barbara Corcoran	No offer

Shark Tank Paddlesmash Pitch

• Entrepreneurs: Scott Brown and Tim Swindle
• Business: Outdoor paddle game
• Ask: $250,000 for 10% equity
• Result: $250,000 for 20% equity
• Sharks: Robert Herjavec and Mark Cuban

Scott and Tim entered Shark Tank to pitch Paddlesmash, a new outdoor game that combines elements of Pickleball and Spikeball.

The game is played two-on-two, using a circular net and paddles. Players bump, set, and smash the ball over the net.

It’s quick, with games played to 11 points, and the entire setup is portable. The base doubles as a carrying case, making it easy to take anywhere.

In terms of target audience, they designed the game for families and teens 13 and up.

It sells for $200, costs $55 to make, and includes four paddles, two balls, and the net system.

Meanwhile, the inventor, Joe Bingham, receives a 5% royalty on net sales. Scott and Tim licensed the rights to the game after meeting Joe, a structural engineer and father of seven.

In addition, they have a combined 25 years in the toy and game industry. Scott owns toy stores, while Tim designs board games.

According to the entrepreneurs, they launched Paddlesmash nine months before filming and had already made $700,000 in sales.

They started direct-to-consumer and reached out to retailers through cold emails.

As a result, several sporting goods stores, including Dick’s Sporting Goods, picked up the product. At the time of the pitch, the business was breaking even.

They asked the sharks for a $250,000 investment to purchase inventory and run social media marketing.

During the pitch, Mark Cuban asked if they knew Spikeball had been on Shark Tank. They said yes. Mark said it was the one deal he missed.

Shortly after, Kevin O’Leary offered $250,000 for 20% equity. Then Robert Herjavec, who co-owns a Pickleball team with Mark, jumped in.

Together, he and Mark teamed up to offer the same deal of $250,000 for 20% equity. Scott and Tim tried to counter with $500,000 for 20% equity, but Robert and Mark declined.

In response, Kevin tried to undercut them, lowering his ask to 15% equity for the same $250,000. Barbara Corcoran told the founders Kevin wasn’t the right partner.

Then, Scott asked Robert and Mark to match Kevin’s 15%, but they held firm at 20%.

Ultimately, the entrepreneurs accepted the original offer from Robert and Mark: $250,000 for 20 and left with a deal.

Will Robert and Mark help them grow their business following Shark Tank? Keep reading our Paddlesmash update to find out!

Shark Tank Paddlesmash Update

In terms of a Paddlesmash update, we caught up with Scott and Tim for a quick interview.

Tim told us that they did over $100,000 in sales the night after their episode aired and “a couple hundred thousand through the weekend.”

“Both sides have been kind of dragging our feet since the pitch happened,” Tim told us. “We will touch base with them once the craziness from airing dies down and see if it still makes sense for us to pursue finalizing the deal.”

Tim also shared with us that being on Shark Tank has opened up tons of doors for Paddlesmash.

After having the “4 best sales day ever,” Tim told us that they’ve had tons of interest from retailers, publications, and international distributors.

As for the deal with Mark and Robert, it hasn’t gone through yet, and at this point, may not.

Despite this, our Paddlesmash update research found that Tim has appeared on Good Morning America, CBS Mornings, the Today Show, ABC4, and Inside South Florida, showing off Paddlesmash’s setup and gameplay.

Some major developments in the pipeline include a UK expansion, product line extensions (replacement parts, accessories, themed bundles), and scaling wholesale into schools and PE programs.

They’re also actively addressing manufacturing challenges by navigating tariffs and supply logistics, something Tim has spoken about publicly in follow-up coverage.

Finally, there’s a lean toward more national media coverage (“Summer Fun” segments and the like), aimed at solidifying Paddlesmash as a go-to backyard game.

Further, you can find Paddlesmash in Dick’s Sporting Goods, Scheels, Chicken N Pickle, Amazon, and the Paddlesmash website.

We’d like to thank Tim and Scott for giving us an official Paddlesmash update, and we can’t wait to watch the company continue to grow!

Before you go, check out our other company updates from Season 15 Episode 4:

• Monosuit Update
• Buena Papa French Fry Bar Update
• FairyTail Pet Care Update

Before you go, be sure to check out our list of all the Shark Tank Season 15 products.