{"product_id":"joola-agassi-pro-v-pickleball-paddle-14mm","title":"Joola Agassi Pro V Pickleball Paddle (14mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGod of Sports Expert Take on Joola Agassi Pro V Pickleball Paddle:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThe Pro V's headline upgrade — KineticFrame — is not marketing language. Joola Agassi Pro V Pickleball Paddle feels distinctly different from the Pro IV in how it handles energy. On drives, counters, and speed-ups, the ball exits the face with noticeably more authority for the same swing effort. On defensive resets and soft resets from the transition zone, the KineticFrame's energy absorption improves depth control in a way that pure power paddles simply don't replicate.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eJoola Agassi Pro V Pickleball Paddle 14mm variant specifically: 14mm is the specialist's choice. The pop is noticeably more explosive — ball exit speed on drives and punch volleys is measurably higher than the 16mm. The trade-off is real: the smaller sweet spot is less forgiving, soft-game resets are harder to manage, and less experienced players will find the power difficult to contain consistently. In the right hands though — advanced players with a developed soft game and aggressive attacking instincts — the 14mm Pro V is an exceptional weapon.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eThe textured carbon fiber surface of Joola Agassi Pro V Pickleball Paddle delivers impressive spin. Topspin serves and cross-court flicks have genuine bite. The surface texture holds well without rapid degradation, which has been a concern with some competing paddles. The Hyperfoam Edge Wall extends the sweet spot noticeably into the outer frame zones — you feel the difference on wide hits that would die on a standard paddle.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eHonest note: Joola Agassi Pro V Pickleball Paddle is a premium, pro-level paddle at a premium price. It is not for beginners or players who have not developed solid fundamentals. The power is high — the highest legal level in the market — and players who struggle with overhitting or soft-game control will find the Pro V amplifies those weaknesses. If your game is ready for it, there is nothing better available in India at this level.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnology Explained: What Makes Joola Agassi Pro V Pickleball Paddle Different:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKineticFrame — The Pro V's Headline Innovation : \u003c\/strong\u003eKineticFrame is JOOLA's patent-pending technology introduced in the Pro V generation, integrated directly into the paddle's throat. Inspired by kick-point engineering from hockey sticks and golf clubs — where the shaft flexes at a calculated point to store and release energy — the KineticFrame creates a slimmer throat profile that physically flexes on contact to store swing momentum, then releases it into the ball on impact. The practical result is a spring-like energy transfer that gives players access to more power on drives, counters, and speed-ups without requiring a harder swing. Equally important: because the KineticFrame absorbs and redirects energy from incoming pace, it also helps absorb hard-hit balls during resets and defensive exchanges — improving depth control at the baseline and maintaining stability during fast kitchen exchanges. This two-way energy management (adding power on offense, absorbing pace on defence) is the defining characteristic that separates the Pro V from its Pro IV predecessor.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropulsion Core — Explosive Power with Controlled Feel : \u003c\/strong\u003eJOOLA's patent-pending Propulsion Core is a honeycomb polymer core engineered to create a controlled flex on hard contact — similar to how a tennis racket string bed compresses and rebounds. Unlike a rigid paddle core that simply deflects the ball, the Propulsion Core stores kinetic energy during contact and releases it into the ball, generating a spring-like explosive pop on drives and counters while maintaining enough dwell time (ball-on-face contact time) for controlled drops, dinks, and resets. This is the core technology that makes JOOLA's Pro series simultaneously powerful and more controllable than simple \"stiff and powerful\" competitor paddles.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyperfoam Edge Wall — Extended Sweet Spot and Stability : \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Hyperfoam Edge Wall is a specialized high-density foam injected into the perimeter of the paddle frame. Its dual function: first, it adds precisely controlled weight and stability around the edges, extending the effective sweet spot from the traditional central zone to the outer edges of the paddle face — making off-centre hits more consistent and powerful. Second, it dampens the harsh vibration on mis-hits that thinner or less engineered frames transmit into the wrist and arm. Players who deal with arm fatigue from heavy play will notice the Hyperfoam's cushioning benefit particularly on extended session days.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured Carbon Fiber Surface — Spin and Dwell Time :\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pro V's hitting surface uses JOOLA's textured carbon fiber construction, which delivers two critical performance properties simultaneously: the textured surface grips the ball on contact to generate high topspin and slice on shots, and the carbon fiber's stiffness-to-flexibility profile produces dwell time — the brief moment the ball stays in contact with the face — that allows players to shape and direct the ball precisely before it leaves the paddle. Topspin serves, cross-court flicks, and precise dink placement all benefit from the combination of surface grit and controlled dwell time. The surface is durable, retaining its texture and performance characteristics over extended use without rapid degradation.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNFC Chip Authentication :\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pro V includes an embedded NFC chip in the handle. Tap your smartphone to the handle to instantly verify your paddle's authenticity and unlock JOOLA Connect — an exclusive digital product experience with paddle registration, warranty activation, and performance content. This is JOOLA's solution to counterfeit paddle concerns in the premium paddle market and provides buyers with verified proof of authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Agassi Shape — Why It Matters for Your Game\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nThe Agassi shape was designed with Andre Agassi — eight-time Grand Slam champion — and reflects his instinctive understanding of how tennis players make contact with the ball. The shape tapers from a narrower throat toward a wider top frame, mirroring a tennis racket's geometry and extending the sweet spot into the upper edges and corners where tennis-trained muscle memory naturally targets. At 16.5\" × 7.5\", the dimensions match the Perseus, but the tapered throat creates a different weight distribution and feel that most players coming from tennis find immediately more intuitive.\r\n\r\nThe 14mm version of the Agassi Pro V is the highest-performance, most explosive variant in the Agassi range. It retains the shape's signature larger-upper-sweet-spot advantage over the Perseus, while adding the 14mm's characteristic pop and ball speed. Expert reviewers note that the Agassi 14mm delivers spin generation that is among the best in the Pro V range — the combination of textured carbon surface and the shape's geometry makes cross-court flicks, topspin drives, and spin serves particularly potent. For aggressive tennis crossover players who want maximum offensive firepower while retaining the intuitive Agassi shape feel, the 14mm is the choice.\r\n\u003ch2\u003e14mm vs 16mm — Which Should You Choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nBoth 16mm and 14mm variants use identical Pro V technology — KineticFrame, Propulsion Core, Hyperfoam Edge Wall, textured carbon fiber surface. The thickness is the single variable, and it creates meaningfully different playing characteristics:\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"thick-compare\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"thick-box t16\"\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16mm — Control \u0026amp; Dwell\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eWeight: 8.1 oz avg (7.9–8.3 oz range)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eGrip: 4.250\" circumference (medium)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eMore dwell time — ball stays on face longer\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eSofter, more cushioned feel on contact\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBetter for resets, drops, and dinking\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eMore forgiving on off-centre hits\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eEasier to control power — less overhitting\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBen Johns plays 16mm\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBest for: All-court players, kitchen-dominant game\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14mm — Pop \u0026amp; Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.9 oz avg (7.7–8.1 oz range)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eGrip: 4.125\" circumference (small\/medium)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eMore explosive pop — faster ball exit speed\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eStiffer, crisper feel on contact\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBetter for hand battles, speed-ups, flicks\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eSmaller sweet spot — more demanding\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eEasier to overhit — requires more control\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePopular with aggressive attacking players\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBest for: Power attackers, fast-hands players\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eOur recommendation: Choose 14mm if you are an advanced or experienced player who wants maximum pop and explosive attacking power from the Agassi shape, and have a strong enough soft game to manage the reduced forgiveness. Choose 16mm for the better all-court default, especially if you are newer to pickleball or transitioning from tennis.\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003ePerseus Pro V vs Agassi Pro V — Shape Comparison of Joola Pickleball Paddle:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"red-th\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003ePerseus Pro V\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eAgassi Pro V\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePerseus (elongated, centred sweet spot)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eAgassi (tapered throat, upper-edge sweet spot)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eAggressive all-court attackers, Ben Johns style\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eTennis crossover players, all-court consistency\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweet Spot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eCentred in the traditional paddle zone\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eExtended toward upper edges and corners\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSlightly higher raw pop\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSlightly more controlled — bigger sweet spot\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape Width at Top\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eConsistent 7.5\" elongated\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eTapered wider toward top\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eBen Johns (#1 world ranking)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eAndre Agassi + Brooke Buckner \u0026amp; Kate Fahey\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Player\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePower-first, drive-heavy game style\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eTennis background, all-court balanced game\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eIdentical: KineticFrame, Propulsion Core, Hyperfoam Edge Wall, Textured Carbon Fiber, NFC Chip\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eIs the JOOLA Agassi Pro V Pickleball Paddle 14mm Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"profile-card green\"\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"profile-title\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced \u0026amp; Competitive Players : \u003c\/strong\u003eJoola Agassi Pro V Pickleball Paddle is unambiguously a pro-tier, advanced-player paddle. Its KineticFrame energy management, Propulsion Core power, and high spin surface reward players who have developed consistent technique, a reliable soft game, and the ability to control a high-powered paddle. Tournament players and serious club competitors who are ready to upgrade to the top of what is legally available will find the Pro V delivers a genuine performance advantage over most paddles in their current bag. If you play at 3.5 DUPR or above, this paddle is in your performance bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"profile-title\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTennis Players Transitioning to Pickleball :\u003c\/strong\u003e The Agassi shape's tapered throat and upper-edge sweet spot were designed specifically for players who already know how to play tennis. Your tennis muscle memory — hitting through the top of the racket face, generating topspin from high contact points, using a long handle for leverage — transfers directly to the Agassi shape in a way it doesn't to a standard pickleball paddle. Brooke Buckner and Kate Fahey — both top-five professionals who came from elite tennis — chose the Agassi shape for this exact reason. If you're making the transition, start with the Agassi.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"profile-title\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower and Spin Players Who Want Top Legal Performance :\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pro V sits at the top of what is legally playable in both USAP and UPA-A sanctioned competition. Expert reviewers consistently rate the Pro V's combined power and pop among the highest of any legal paddle currently available — rivalled only by a handful of other premium thermoformed paddles. If you want the maximum legal performance ceiling and are willing to invest in a pro-tier paddle to get it, the Pro V is where that ceiling is.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"profile-title\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTennis Crossover Player Who Wants Maximum Pop :\u003c\/strong\u003e Joola Agassi Pro V Pickleball Paddle 14mm delivers the best of both worlds for aggressive tennis-background players: the Agassi shape's familiar tennis-racket geometry and extended upper sweet spot combined with the 14mm's explosive pop and faster ball speed. Expert reviewers rate the Agassi 14mm's spin generation as among the strongest in the Pro V lineup — the shape's face geometry works with the textured carbon surface to produce high topspin and bite on slice shots that translate directly from tennis technique. If you came from tennis, play an aggressive topspin-heavy game, and want a paddle that matches both your technique and your attacking instincts, the Agassi 14mm is precisely engineered for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eExplore the Full Pro V Range at God of Sports:\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"il\" href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-agassi-pro-v-pickleball-paddle-16mm\/\"\u003eJOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e — more forgiving, recommended for most players\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"il\" href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-perseus-pro-v-pickleball-paddle-ben-johns-14mm\/\"\u003eJOOLA Perseus Pro V 14mm\u003c\/a\u003e — maximum pop, flat-top elongated shape\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"il\" href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-kosmos-pro-v-pickleball-paddle-16mm\/\"\u003eJOOLA Kosmos Pro V 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e — hybrid shape: reach + sweet spot balance\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"il\" href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-agassi-pro-14mm-pickleball-paddle\/\"\u003eJOOLA Agassi Pro IV 14mm\u003c\/a\u003e — previous generation, currently discounted\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"il\" href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-pickleball-paddles\/\"\u003eAll JOOLA Pickleball Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e at God of Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Joola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43608654446682,"sku":null,"price":24992.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/3535\/3946\/files\/Joola-Agassi-Pro-V-Pickleball-Paddle-16mm-10_3f990e0d-b583-4863-9213-16e6cf845c5d.jpg?v=1783376700","url":"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/products\/joola-agassi-pro-v-pickleball-paddle-14mm","provider":"God of Sports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}