Tyson McGuffin Headlines Pickleball Showcase in Malaysia with TOMAZ & JOOLA

Tyson McGuffin Headlines Pickleball Showcase in Malaysia with TOMAZ & JOOLA

Andrew Lee

Hot on the heels of Quang Duong’s recent spotlight appearance in mid-April, Malaysia’s pickleball scene is set for another exciting boost as TOMAZ officially announces its appointment as the exclusive distributor of JOOLA, one of the world’s top pickleball brands.

To mark this milestone, TOMAZ is bringing none other than Tyson McGuffin, a globally recognized pickleball pro, to Malaysia for an exclusive Pickleball Showcase Event at 9Pickle, Setia Alam on 21 April 2025.

Tyson McGuffin is a household name in the global pickleball community. Regularly ranked in the top 10 of the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour, he’s a fierce competitor in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, and now, he’s bringing his elite game to Malaysian fans.

AllStar & Exhibition Matches

As teased on social media, the event will feature a star-studded All-Star Match with Malaysia’s own lineup of celebrated entrepreneurs and personalities, including: 

MP Tomaz (Tomaz CEO), and Christy Ng (Founder and CEO of Christy Ng), Aaron Chin (Malaysia doubles badminton player), Renyi Chin (Pickleballgang), Cheah Liek Hou (Malaysia para-badminton player), Duta Syazmin (Malaysian footballer), Cik Manggis (Singer and actress), and Dennis Lau (Musician). 

Image via Instagram 

The evening also includes a Pro Players Exhibition Match featuring some of Malaysia’s top emerging talents:

Adam Ashraf, Colin Wong, Ariez Elyaas, Myra Arisa, Roxanne Ang, Izzul Aizuddin and Christian Didier.

Image via Instagram 

  • Date: 21 April 2025 (Monday)
  • Venue: 9Pickle, Setia Alam
  • Time: 6PM - 10PM
  • Admission: Free (Limited seats, Register here)

From the presence of a top-tier pro like Tyson McGuffin to the participation of local business, athletes and musician icons, this event reflects the growing momentum behind pickleball in Malaysia.

It’s more than a showcase, it’s a signal that pickleball is stepping into the mainstream.

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Tomaz Shoes, founded in 2009 by Thomas Teoh, embodies the spirit of entrepreneurship and dedication. With a focus on exceptional craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, the brand has emerged as a leading footwear company in Malaysia.

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