In a recent LinkedIn post, Kobi Omenaka highlights an upcoming padel event in Manchester, emphasizing the sport’s growing popularity and its effectiveness as a networking tool. Omenaka, who has been deeply involved in the sport for the past nine months, shares his personal endorsement and details of the event organized by Richard West and Manchester Padel Professionals.
Omenaka clearly frames the event as a prime opportunity for professionals in the Manchester area to connect, suggesting that padel is an “ACE way to network.” He elaborates on the personal impact the sport has had on him, stating:
“Padel has consumed my life over the past 9 months, so trust me on this one.”
The post details a specific event scheduled for Thursday, September 10th, at The Padel Club in Trafford City, running from 6:00 am to 9:00 am. This “Ibiza special” edition mandates bright shirts and will feature a DJ and coffee provided by Richard West.
The Strategic Advantage of Early Morning Networking
Kobi Omenaka underscores the structured nature of the event, with two distinct sessions starting at 6:00 am and 7:15 am, noting that “the seriously committed do both.” This suggests a format designed for maximum engagement and opportunity for participants. The event is free to attend, though spaces are limited, encouraging prompt registration.
Key Partnerships and Sponsorships
The event boasts significant backing, which Omenaka points out as an indicator of the caliber of attendees. He lists:
- Simon Swan from Uthful, providing goodie bags and discount codes.
- Volt Padel, offering demo rackets and a 15% discount.
- Manchester Padel stash giveaways from IDG Sports.
Furthermore, the main sponsorship by Alvarez & Marsal, and community backing from J.P. Morgan, Brabners, Red Flag Alert, and P81, are highlighted by Omenaka as evidence of the event’s prestige. As Omenaka puts it:
“The Main sponsor for the event is Alvarez & Marsal, and the community is backed by J.P. Morgan, Brabners, Red Flag Alert, and P81 which tells you something about the caliber of the crowd you’ll be playing with!”
Inclusivity and Accessibility
Addressing potential newcomers to the sport, Omenaka reassures readers that prior experience is not necessary. He emphasizes the welcoming atmosphere, stating:
“Never played? Doesn’t matter. All levels are welcome, and its the friendliest group you’ll meet before 7am.”
Omenaka provides clear instructions for interested individuals, directing them to a members’ site for sign-ups and app downloads for live scores and networking post-game. He encourages direct engagement via comments on the original post, indicating how to register interest: “Comment ‘6am’, ‘7:15am’ or ‘Both’ if you’re in, and Richard and the MPP team will see you there.”
Kobi Omenaka concludes by urging his network to repost the information to ensure it reaches other Manchester-based padel enthusiasts, further amplifying the event’s reach and potential impact on the local business community.
📝 About This Content
This article is based on insights shared by Kobi Omenaka on LinkedIn.
📅 Originally posted on September 4, 2026 | View original post on LinkedIn →