Luzz Pickleball has made a statement of intent by signing Filipino sisters Bien and Bambi Zoleta to Team Luzz, a double addition that brings both pedigree and personality to the brand’s expanding roster.
The Zoleta sisters are no strangers to competition. Both began their journeys in Philippine tennis before making the switch to pickleball, a move that has already paid off handsomely. Bien, a four‑time SEA Games gold medalist in soft tennis, transitioned first and quickly established herself on the international stage. She captured gold at the World Pickleball Championships in Bali, winning the Women’s Singles title and adding another in the Doubles 35+ Open category.
Her rise continued in 2026 when she partnered Jessica Agra to claim her first PPA Tour crown at the Asia 500 Macao Open. That victory underscored her ability to thrive not only in world championship settings but also in the professional tour environment.
Bambi, meanwhile, carved her own path. She struck gold at the same World Championships in Bali, teaming up with Patricia Raymundo to dominate the Women’s Doubles 19+ 4.5 final. Her success ensured that the sisters arrived at Luzz with independent credentials, each carrying world titles of their own.
Their shared journey stretches back decades. Bien has spoken of how she and Bambi first picked up rackets together at the age of five, a bond that has now come full circle with both sisters signed under the same paddle brand. It is a narrative that blends family, resilience, and competitive excellence—qualities that resonate strongly in the pickleball community.
Luzz Pickleball Expands Its Asian Footprint
For Luzz Pickleball, the Zoleta signing is more than symbolic. The brand has been steadily building its presence across Asia, adding names such as Malaysia’s Sabrina Gee and PPA Tour standout Tama Shimabukuro. By bringing in the Zoleta sisters, Luzz has now planted its flag in the Philippines, a market with growing interest in pickleball and a strong tradition of racket sports.
The double signing highlights how paddle brands are increasingly looking to diversify their athlete rosters across Asia. In the Zoletas, Luzz gains not only proven champions but also ambassadors who embody the sport’s crossover appeal—from tennis to pickleball, from national representation to international success.
For Filipino fans, it is a proud moment. For pickleball watchers across the region, it is another sign that the sport’s growth is being driven by athletes with genuine competitive credentials. And for Luzz, it is a strategic move that strengthens its presence in one of Asia’s most promising markets.
