Rackonnect is India’s first tech-driven platform exclusively for racket sports, including badminton, tennis, squash, and table tennis. Born to connect players without partners and remove booking hassles, it has grown into a comprehensive ecosystem that empowers athletes and enthusiasts nationwide .
Smart Booking and Matchmaking
The app enables instant court booking and connects players based on location, skill, age, and gender. Real‑time filters help users chat, schedule matches, build groups, and climb leaderboards. This ensures users never miss out on playing opportunities.
Integrated Tournament Solution
Rackonnect’s tournament tool streamlines event organization with features for registrations, fixtures, automated draws, live scoring, real‑time notifications, digital certificates, and invoice generation . With tiered pricing plans, both amateur and professional organizers are supported efficiently.
Coaching and Player Development
The platform collaborates with NIS‑certified coaches and top academies to offer structured training—from beginner to professional level. It also partners with reputed names in the industry, such as Padukone Sports Management, enhancing its coaching reach.
Equipment, Venues, and Infrastructure
Rackonnect operates top‑quality venues with state‑of‑the‑art courts and pro shops selling Sukoi shuttles (distributed by Rackonnect in North India). They also offer non‑marking shoes, racquets, and digital booking at BWF‑standard facilities .
Grassroots and Social Outreach
Through its “Racket for All” initiative, Rackonnect partners with NGOs and schools to organize workshops, donate equipment, and provide sponsored tournament entries to underprivileged talent . Select athletes even receive support to participate at national and international levels.
Community Growth & Impact
With over 25,000 registered players, 4,800 tournaments managed over six months, and collaborations with major badminton associations and brands, Rackonnect has established a strong presence in North India’s racket sports scene .
Corporate and Institutional Engagement
The platform extends its services to schools, colleges, and corporate groups, offering event management, team‑building tournaments, and wellness programs that enhance sports infrastructure and organizational culture.
The Tech Behind It All
Rackonnect’s digital backbone minimizes manual effort and paper dependency. Algorithms automate draws, seedings, scheduling, and scoring, while live updates and notifications keep players engaged and informed .
Vision to 2025 and Beyond
Started in 2018 by entrepreneur Dhruv Bagla, the platform launched venues in 2021 and now aspires to establish 50 state‑of‑the‑art centres across North India by 2025. Its mission: to transform the region into the nation’s leading badminton and racket sports hub .
Conclusion
Rackonnect merges technology, infrastructure, community, and social responsibility to democratize racket sports in India. By catering to passionate individuals, budding talent, institutions, and event organizers, it is actively shaping a more accessible and organized future for racket sports nationwide.