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Shelby Bates is a pro pickleball athlete with a polished, sponsor-friendly presence that blends elite competition, performance-driven training, and approachable lifestyle content. Her current team affiliation, tournament activity, and authentic active-living brand make her a strong fit for sports, wellness, and fashion partners looking to reach an engaged audience.
RAM Sports Pickleball
Coastal Carolina University
Has access to a professional photographer
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1 post & 1 story with the Shelby Bates promoting your product.
Long-term deal involving appearances, photoshoots, social media and more.
Have Shelby Bates make a live appearance at your next event
Brands can sponsor Shelby Bates on OpenSponsorship by creating a free account, browsing Shelby Bates's profile, and sending a sponsorship proposal for social posts, appearances, or integrated campaigns. OpenSponsorship handles messaging, deliverables, and deal terms in one platform so you can connect directly with this athlete.
Shelby Bates is listed on OpenSponsorship and available for brand sponsorships. Brands can review campaign packages, audience details, and pricing on this profile, then submit a proposal to start a partnership with this athlete.
According to OpenSponsorship, estimated pricing to sponsor Shelby Bates starts at $720 for a social media post, $1,800 for a appearance and $6,480 for a brand ambassador campaign. Final rates depend on deliverables, usage rights, and campaign scope. Sign up on OpenSponsorship to view packages and send a proposal.
According to OpenSponsorship, Shelby Bates's audience includes 11K+ Instagram followers, interests including Fitness & Performance, Fashion, Activewear, Health & Wellness, Pickleball, and more, based in Jupiter, FL, United States. Brands can use this profile to evaluate reach, content niche, and sponsorship fit before sending a proposal.

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October 28, 2026