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Pickleball Est. 1965 Dad Hat — The OG of the Kitchen Line

Color: Cranberry
$35.99
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★★★★★ Happy Customers

No explanation needed. No backstory required. Just Pickleball in script and a founding date that says you know exactly where this all began.

The Pickleball Est. 1965 Dad Hat is for the player who doesn't need to announce themselves. The hat does it. Soft, unstructured, broken-in from the first wear — this is the cap that goes everywhere the game goes and looks better every single time. Court, coffee shop, farmers market, boat dock. The kind of hat people point at and ask where you got it while you're mid-rally.

Pickleball embroidered in classic script across the front — the kind of lettering that belongs on a varsity jacket or a very distinguished water tower — with Est. 1965 underneath in that signature green that nods to the game's roots without needing to explain them. Clean. Timeless. Completely confident.

Dink Apparel Co. stitched inside where it counts — because the best brands don't need to shout.

For the player who keeps it classic. The one who has tried every hat and keeps coming back to this silhouette. The one whose court kit is considered, coordinated, and never trying too hard.

Original sport. Original hat. Original you.

Features:

"Pickleball Est. 1965" script embroidery on the front — classic lettering, signature green accent

Dink Apparel Co. branding on the back — subtle, clean, perfectly placed

Soft unstructured dad hat silhouette — relaxed fit that looks better with every wear

Adjustable strap closure for a comfortable, customizable fit

Low profile and lightweight — court-ready and everywhere-else approved

Available in 6 colorways: Cranberry, Khaki, Stone, Pink, Light Blue, and White

Every hat in our collection is made to order, just for you. It takes a little extra time — but so does finding the one hat you never want to take off, and this is it. Crafting on demand means less waste and more intention, which feels very on-brand for a player who knows that patience wins points.

Thanks for playing the long game with us.

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FAQ's

Where are you located?

We're a homegrown American company, and every t-shirt we make is proudly printed right here on US soil. From the very first sketch to the final print, every design is crafted in-house by our own creative team, no outsourcing, no shortcuts. With printing facilities in both Florida and Texas, we keep every step of the process close to home, ensuring quality you can feel with every wear.

Do you ship internationally?

At this time, we are only able to sell and ship within the USA. While we hope to expand in the future, our current focus is on delivering the best possible experience to our customers right here at home. We appreciate your patience and support!

Will I get a tracking number for my order?

Great news! As soon as your order is on its way, we'll send you a tracking email complete with a unique tracking number — so you can follow your package every step of the way, right to your front door.

What materials are your products made of?

From your first serve to your last dink of the day, our tees are made to move with you! We use soft, high-quality materials that feel great on the skin, hold up through every fast-paced rally, and stay fresh and comfortable no matter how long the match goes. Material details vary by style, check each product page for the full rundown.