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2 unconventional secrets to success from brothers who skipped college to chase a dream that became a multimillion-dollar pickleball empire

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The Selkirk co-founders, brothers Rob and Mike Barnes.Selkirk SportMike and Rob Barnes founded Selkirk Sport, a pickleball brand known for its premium paddles, in 2014.Selkirk has grown to more than 200 employees and projects $100 million in revenue in 2026.The Barnes brothers avoid a 'best practices' mentality and don't believe in outsourcing.Mike and Rob Barnes were just 19 and 22 when they founded Selkirk Sport, a pickleball equipment brand, …

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Business Insider broke the news in United States on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
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