So, you’ve decided that, out of all the potential hobbies out there, pickleball—yes, pickleball—is the one for you. Great choice. Luckily for you, Diadem Sports has gone ahead and created the Diadem Hero Starter Kit, ensuring that anyone who can swing a racket and endure the occasional eye roll from the more seasoned players can now embark on their illustrious pickleball career.
The Hero Kit has everything an aspiring champ needs: two Hero paddles, two balls, and even a mesh bag. Clearly, only rookies arrive at the court with their gear shoved into whatever’s lying around the house. Diadem knows appearances matter, so they’ve thrown in that mesh bag to complete your “I’m-a-pro” starter pack look. The only thing they forgot was the actual court—but, you know, maybe that’s asking a bit much.
Now, these paddles? They aren’t just any paddles. Diadem went all out with something called HMT fiber—borrowed from their more advanced Riptide line—and crafted the Hero paddles to be light, easy to swing, and incredibly forgiving. If, like most of us, you plan to smack the ground, net, and possibly even yourself as you learn, Diadem has included a thicker bumper to protect both you and the paddle from any early-court mishaps. Because why make it easy when you can make it nearly indestructible?
Of course, there’s the impressive 8mm honeycomb core, too, which they say gives you plenty of power. And believe me, you’re going to need it. The Hero paddles have a “wide face,” which means you’re less likely to miss the ball entirely—an actual concern for those of us still figuring out how pickleball works. They don’t promise that you’ll look graceful, but at least you’ll stand a fighting chance at connecting with the ball.
What’s funnier about this kit is its claim to make anyone look and feel like a pro. Imagine the thrill of stepping onto the court, mesh bag in hand, proudly wielding a Hero paddle, and… promptly failing to return a serve. But hey, Diadem’s thought of everything to help you feel like a pickleball star, even if you’re still working on the skills to match. After all, isn’t that what any great hobby starter kit is for?
For those who take their court swagger seriously, the Diadem Hero Starter Kit can be found right here. It’s practically begging you to open it on Christmas morning, toss aside the wrapping paper, and challenge your family members to a match that you’ll probably lose but look great playing in. It’s the thought (and the gear) that counts.