Upward Sports, Inc.

Few things bring people together like sports! That’s why we’re passionate about using the power of sports to share the love of Jesus and connect communities to their local church!?????????? #Upwardsports #sportsministry #playwithpurpose

Pickleball isn’t just a trend—it’s a movement! With over 18,000 new courts added last year around the country, it has quickly become the fastest-growing sport. This explosive growth gives churches a unique opportunity to engage with their communities, connect generations, and create an exciting outreach ministry! Why not jump in and add pickleball to your church’s sports ministry and engage youth in a FUN and relevant way? Check out our latest blog to learn more! Check it out here - https://lnkd.in/e-Bw-P_a #upwardpickleball #UpwardPickleballisHERE #upwardsports #sportsministry #playwithpurpose

It’s more than a game—it’s an experience! From epic team reveals to high-energy gameplay, creating an unforgettable environment is what your Upward Sports League is all about. ?? Want to hear about the upcoming launch of Upward Pickleball and how your church can start a league that's next level? Watch our full webinar on Upward Pickleball here! https://lnkd.in/eBBdmSBQ #UpwardPickleball #GameOn #UpwardSports #SportsMinistry

Happy #FirstDayOfSpring! We’re excited to see churches nationwide welcome the start of the spring season by offering Upward Sports Leagues in their communities. Let’s #PlayWithPurpose ????????Join in on the fun by seeing what Upward Sports experiences are available near you- https://play.upward.org Comment to let us know where you’re playing this Spring! #upwardsports #sportsministry #playwithpurpose #spring

?? Tomorrow is our live webinar! Hear about our upcoming launch of Upward Pickleball—a fast-growing, easy-to-learn sport perfect for engaging youth and energizing your community. Join our live webinar TOMORROW, Wednesday, March 19, at 1:00 PM EST. Learn about our league structure, products, ministry resources, and the timeline for launching pickleball in your community. Plus, discover how your church can receive up to TWO Pickleball net sets FREE to kick off your program! Save your spot now: https://lnkd.in/e3H9anrG We hope you join us! #upwardsports #upwardpickleball #sportsministry #playwithpurpose

Our Upward team is attending the Exponential Global Conference in Orlando, FL this week! Join us for our breakout session, "Fueling a Disciple-Making Movement Through Sports," on Tuesday at 2:30 PM. Be sure to swing by our booth, E-23, to say hello and enter our giveaway. Let us know if you're here — we’d love to connect!?? #ExponentialGlobal #Exponential25 #MinistryConference #Outreach #ChurchMultiplication

We are ready to partner with your church to create a first-class, organized, intentional sports ministry. Curious about who we are and how we support churches in ministry? Here are a few FAQ’s answered: Start sports ministry today – Upward.org/Church-Leaders Find a Place to Play – Play.Upward.org #upwardsports #sportsministry #playwithpurpose

This month, our team is attending several conferences where we are excited to connect with church and sports ministry leaders! Are you planning to attend one of these? Let us know in the comments, and be sure to stop by and say hello to our team! ?? #Exponential2025 #REACH25 #sportsministry

We are thankful for another season of having fun, connecting with one another, and being reminded of who we are in Christ! Thank you to all who played, coached, supported, volunteered, and prayed – It’s been an amazing winter season of Upward Sports! ?? #upwardsports #playwithpurpose #sportsministry

??Sports have a unique way of bringing people together, and your church can be at the heart of it all. By offering sports ministry, you’re not just hosting games—you’re building connections, fostering community, and creating a space for families to hear the gospel. Ready to make an impact right in your neighborhood? Let’s use sports as a bridge to connect and grow! Learn more – Upward.org/Church-Leaders #neighborhoodchurch #sportsministry #ChurchOutreach #upwardsports