Pickleball venue announces first Los Angeles location

LOS ANGELES, July 15, 2024 – Confirming consumer demand for entertainment, sports and pickleball, JLL announced today that it has signed California SMASH - Pickleball and Social Club to a new lease for a 25,300-square-foot building located at 815 N. Nash in El Segundo, California. California SMASH - Pickleball and Social Club will open in the converted industrial building in the fourth quarter of 2024. To learn more, visit CaliSmash.com.

Boasting 10 cutting edge, padded indoor courts in a sleek, modern environment, California SMASH offers a haven for players of all levels to hone their skills and engage in friendly competition. The club also features a dedicated DJ spinning tunes, spacious dance floor and full-service bar and restaurant.

“With the growth of pickleball and consumers’ need for social interaction and entertainment, we wanted to create a clubhouse type destination that encourages conversation, competition and camaraderie,” said Brett Drogmund, Founder of California SMASH. “We are confident that we will see a wide range of visitors from those looking for a competitive match to those looking to unwind.”

JLL’s Gary Horwitz, Caroline Bethel and Kamil Agha represented California SMASH in the lease. The landlord, Gretchen B Farrell Trust, was represented by Jim Sullivan and Andrew Hardin of Gateway Business Properties.

Horwitz went on to say, “We are very happy to have been able to assist California SMASH locate a fantastic building for indoor pickleball in a prime location in El Segundo.”

“California SMASH is a great addition to El Segundo's dynamic sports and entertainment landscape,” said El Segundo Councilmember Lance Giroux who is an avid pickleball player and coach. “As home to the Lakers, LA Kings, and Chargers, El Segundo is a hub for sports enthusiasts. California Smash will be a destination people looking for an active, fun new experience. This is an example of how the city is adapting to changes in the commercial real estate market and supporting creative concepts for vacant or underutilized space.”