Matus v. Sport Squad, Inc. JOOLA Gen 3 Paddle Class Action Settlement

If you live in the United States and still have a JOOLA “Gen 3” pickleball paddle that you did not return under the prior recall offer, you could receive $300 cash (with proof of purchase) or a $150 credit at Joola.com. Submit a claim online or by mail by December 15, 2025 to take part.

Submit Your Claim at the Official Settlement Website

Am I eligible?

• You reside anywhere in the United States, and
• You own and still possess one or more of the following JOOLA Gen 3 models: Tyson McGuffin Magnus 3 (14 mm or 16 mm), Collin Johns Scorpeus 3 16 mm, Anna Bright Scorpeus 3 14 mm, Simone Jardim Hyperion 3 16 mm, Ben Johns Hyperion 3 (14 mm or 16 mm), or Ben Johns Perseus 3 (14 mm or 16 mm).
• You did not accept JOOLA’s earlier offer to return the paddle(s).

Settlement benefits

• $300 cash per qualifying paddle if you upload or mail proof of purchase.
• $150 credit per qualifying paddle for use at Joola.com if you lack proof of purchase.
• Pre-paid FedEx label provided—return shipping is free.

How to file a claim

1. Get a unique Class Member ID by calling the Settlement Administrator at (833) 621-6134 (you’ll need one ID per paddle).
2. Complete the online or paper Claim Form using that ID.
3. Upload proof of purchase (optional for the $300 cash option).
4. After approval, watch for an email with your prepaid FedEx label.
5. Ship the paddle, then await payment or credit after final approval.

Key deadlines

Claim & Opt-Out Deadline: December 15 2025 Objection Deadline: December 15 2025 Final Approval Hearing: January 27 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET (S.D. Fla.)

Important documents

Download Claim Form (PDF)
Long-Form Notice (PDF)
Full Settlement Agreement (PDF)

Background of the lawsuit

Plaintiffs alleged that Sport Squad, Inc.—maker of JOOLA pickleball paddles—marketed its Gen 3 paddles as approved by USA Pickleball Association (USAP) when they were not. Sport Squad denies all wrongdoing. No court has ruled on the merits; the parties agreed to settle to avoid continued litigation risk and expense.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the “Matus v. Sport Squad” Gen 3 Paddle settlement about?

The class action alleges misleading “USAP-approved” advertising for JOOLA Gen 3 paddles. The settlement provides cash or store-credit compensation without deciding who was right.

Do I need proof of purchase to participate in the Matus v. Sport Squad settlement?

No, but you’ll receive a $150 Joola.com credit instead of $300 cash if you cannot provide proof.

Can I keep my paddle and still get paid?

No. You must return each Gen 3 paddle using the prepaid FedEx label supplied after your claim is approved.

What happens if I do nothing?

You remain in the class, release your claims, but get no payment or credit.

How do I opt out of the Matus v. Sport Squad settlement?

Send a written request for exclusion so that it is postmarked by December 15 2025. Instructions are in the Long-Form Notice.

Where can I read the court filings?

Public documents are available through PACER at ecf.flsd.uscourts.gov under Case No. 24-cv-60954-DSL.