Next Gen Padel wraps up the season with electrifying finals
From Division 1 to Pro, players delivered standout performances as the Next Gen Padel Season 26.v1 came to an end at Bryanston Sports Club.
Bryanston Sports Club courts came alive on the evening of April 22 as the Next Gen Padel hosted the semi-finals and finals of its Season 26.v1 [2026 version 1] Padel League.
The event marked the end of a highly competitive three-month season and the immediate kick-off of Season 26.v2.
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Held three times annually, the league is structured into three divisions based on Playtomic level team averages: Division 1 (1.5 to 2.5), Division 2 (2.5 to 3.5) and Pro Division (3.5+). Each division is further split into men’s, ladies’, and mixed categories, with teams competing in rotational matches throughout the league phase.
At the end of the round-robin stage, the top four teams in each division advance to the semi-finals, with the winners progressing to the finals.
The men’s league final results
- Division 1- Ric Solomon and Gino Williams won against Michael Kotze and Hilal Pillay.
- Division 2- Pieter Venter and Hennie Erasmus won against Janharm Labuschagne and Hugo Johnston.
- Pro Division- Jared van Harn and Kyle Olivier won against Warwick Thrupp and Lineshen Moodley.
Division 1 champions Solomon and Williams shared their experience. “The competition was great. We played well. I think everyone was nervous, but it was a lot of fun. We will definitely do it again next time, maybe try the Pro division.”
Division 2 winners Venter and Erasmus said it was a great competition with a great atmosphere. “There was a good competition in the semi-finals and the finals, and we are happy that we won.”
“We were very happy with the way it’s organised. Lots of fun, great players, great atmosphere, and always having guys to have a beer afterwards. So, can’t complain we had a great time.”
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Next Gen Padel marketing manager Kevin Boshoff said Season 26.v1 once again reflected the scale, structure, and growth of the Next Gen Padel league programme.
“As participation continues to build, the club remains focused on creating a competitive environment that serves both rising and established players across multiple categories.”
With Season 26.v2 now launched, Next Gen Padel moves directly into its next league chapter, continuing its commitment to delivering a year-round platform for accessible, organised, and high-level competitive padel in Johannesburg.
“We would like to extend thanks to all sponsors and partners whose support, prize contributions, and presence helped make the finals night possible.”
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