June 1, 2026 — The Palm Beach Royals, South Florida’s premier-level Major League Pickleball (MLP) team are proud to announce Baptist Health as the team’s Official Hospital and Healthcare Provider and Premier Uniform Sponsor, marking a powerful alignment with one of the most visible and influential brands in South Florida.
Baptist Health has established a strong and growing presence across the region’s athletic landscape, partnering with premier teams, events, and athletes at every level. This collaboration with the Palm Beach Royals further solidifies its role as a cornerstone within South Florida’s sports ecosystem.
“We are excited to align with a brand like Baptist Health that is deeply embedded in the fabric of South Florida sports,” said Zach Hunter, co-owner of the Palm Beach Royals and managing partner of Hyperspace Ventures. “Their presence across major teams and events speaks to their commitment to excellence, performance, and the overall growth of athletics in our community.”
As part of the partnership, Baptist Health will be prominently featured on all Palm Beach Royals uniforms, placing the brand at the forefront of one of the region’s rising athletic programs. The visibility reinforces Baptist Health’s continued investment in supporting and elevating sports across South Florida. Baptist Health will also provide physician coverage for the Royals professional athletes and athletic trainers for pickleball community events.
This partnership reflects a shared vision of building a high-level platform for athletes while contributing to the broader momentum of sports culture in the region.
“This partnership continues to showcase Baptist Health’s commitment to providing exceptional health care for both world-class athletes and everyday community members,” said Lincoln S. Mendez, north region executive, Baptist Health and CEO, Boca Raton Regional Hospital. “Pickleball is a fast-growing sport that anyone can play, and we are proud to support its growth in the professional sports landscape in South Florida.”
In addition to being the front jersey partner and providing medical support for the team, Baptist Health will be the presenting sponsor of pickleball clinics and community events throughout Palm Beach County.
The collaboration positions both organizations at the intersection of performance, visibility, and community influence—further strengthening South Florida’s reputation as a premier destination for sports.
About the Palm Beach Royals
The Palm Beach Royals are South Florida’s premier-level Major League Pickleball (MLP) team.
The Royals’ ownership group is led by Hyperspace Ventures, a digital development and investment firm. Hyperspace owners and co-founders Zach Hunter, Taylor Meyer, Alex Rafiee, and Peter Fox have recruited Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov, U.S. Open champion Bianca Andreescu, former UNC basketball stars Tyler Hansbrough and Marvin Williams, National Football League player Kenny Moore II, and several other high-profile investors as minority owners including Mitch Heath of Teamworks, Jeff Keswin of Lyrical Partners, and Scott Scherr of Ultimate Software. For more information about the Palm Beach Royals, please visit palmbeachroyals.com and follow along at X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and the newly launched team store.
About Hyperspace Ventures
Hyperspace Ventures is a North Carolina-based technology company that designs, builds, and invests in digital products for startups and leading brands. Specializing in web and mobile applications and cloud systems, Hyperspace has launched successful companies across diverse sectors. Hyperspace has also created a suite of internal tools to support companies in operating efficiency, raising capital, talent acquisition, and networking. These tools include Space Dial, Launch Deck, HyperHire, and The 42 Club. For more information, please visit hyperspaceventures.com and connect on social media at Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
About Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash)
Founded in 2021, Major League Pickleball (MLP presented by DoorDash) is the preeminent, coed, team-based professional pickleball league, featuring over 100 of the best athletes across 20 teams, iconic team owners, and the most electric live events and fan experience in the sport. In 2024, MLP, and the PPA Tour merged under the newly formed United Pickleball Association (UPA), bringing together the leading pro pickleball organizations under a single entity. Visit the official website and follow MLP on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube for more information.
About Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with 12 hospitals, more than 29,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices spanning Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Baptist Health has internationally renowned institutes specializing in cancer care, brain and spine care, heart and vascular care and orthopedic care. In addition, it includes Baptist Health Medical Group; Baptist Health Quality Network; and the Baptist Health PineApp, a virtual health platform. Baptist Health is an academic and clinical affiliate of Florida International University. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to its charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and is the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida by U.S. News & World Report. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/Newsroom and connect with us on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.
