Ben Johns Pickleball Rookie Card
In 2023, Pickleball player Ben Johns signed with Leaf Trading Cards to release his rookie card. The card was available to order during a 2-week window, with an ultimate total of 3,935 produced. He is notably the #1 ranked player in the world for both singles and doubles.
Timeline
Announcement
Teaser
On the morning of April 4th, Leaf Trading Cards revealed that they had signed two high profile athletes to a new exclusive deal.
Release
Ben Johns Rookie Card Release
Hours after posting the teaser, Leaf revealed that Ben Johns, the #1 rated professional Pickleball player in the world would be releasing his rookie card with Leaf. They were immediately available on the website for $7.99.
Sold Out
Order Window Closes
The Ben Johns rookie card was made-to-order, meaning an infinite amount were able to be purchased prior to the cutoff date of April 15th. A total supply of 3,935 were purchased.
Resell
Confirmed Cards Rise in Price
Less than a month after the order books closed for Ben Johns’ rookie card, dozens of confirmed preorders for the cards began selling on eBay for $40 or more, a whole 500% price increase from the card’s original retail cost.
Specifications
| Hold Duration |
A few weeks
Item was purchased, then resold a few weeks later.
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| Difficulty |
Easy
Easy to purchase.
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| Type | Hype |
| Brand | Leaf Trading Cards |
| Location |
Online
Product released online.
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