Vince Vaughn is set to become a majority stakeholder of the pickleball team the Coachella Valley Scorpions.

The team, which was co-owned by Kim Jagd, launched in May, and is one of 12 teams competing in the National Pickleball Leagues Champions Pro League, which welcomes players 50 years old and above. Vaughn, known for his film roles including Wedding Crashers and Old School, is also a fan of the sport.

I have always enjoyed the game and in meeting Kim I was impressed with her, not only as a player, but her passion and style of coaching, Vaughn said. Im excited to support her and the Scorpions on their journey. Jagd, who is also a member of the team, will remain a minority owner following the transaction. Additional co-owners of the team include Rob Zwemmer, Ruth Ann Poppa and Don Zuker.Sports Business Journal reported that the team has a valuation in mid-six figures.

Jagd first met Vaughn on the pickleball courts near Manhattan Beach.

When youre on the court with Vince, you can feel his energy and excitement for pickleball, said Jagd. His involvement is an exciting development for the team and will help the Scorpions continue to build their brand both in Coachella Valley, and in the broader Southern California area.

The National Pickleball League had its inaugural season in 2023 and doubled the number of teams in the league this season.

We are thrilled to have an icon like Vince Vaughn illustrate his passion for the game of pickleball by acquiring a majority stake in the Coachella Valley Scorpions, said NPL CEO Paul Bamundo. The league has experienced unprecedented growth over the first two seasons, and to have Vaughns investment in our league really underscores the surging interest of the sport in California and across the country.