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J-Star Receives USAPA Approval for its Second In-House Pickleball Paddle, Supernova

1. J-Star's Supernova paddle has received USAPA approval for sanctioned play. 2. The paddle targets competitive players with enhanced reach and precision. 3. J-Star aims to expand its market presence in Vietnam's manufacturing sector. 4. Supernova is the second USAPA-certified paddle from J-Star's YMA subsidiary. 5. J-Star's innovations highlight its commitment to carbon fiber applications.

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The USAPA approval of the Supernova paddle could increase sales, similar to prior product launches that boosted market interest and pricing.

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The article presents significant product developments and market expansion efforts that are likely to positively influence YMAT's stock performance.

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Immediate impacts are anticipated from increased demand for the newly certified paddle, similar to past approvals in the sports equipment sector that led to quick sales boosts.

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TAICHUNG CITY, Taiwan, Nov. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: YMAT) (“J-Star” or the “Company”), a leading provider of innovative carbon fiber and composite solutions across a wide range of applications including personal sports equipment, healthcare products, automobile parts, resin systems, and research and development services, today announced that its second proprietary pickleball paddle, Supernova, has received official approval from the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) for sanctioned play. The Supernova paddle has successfully passed all USAPA tests and has been added to the official list of USAPA-certified paddles, now accessible to pickleball players nationwide. Supernova is designed as a long-body paddle optimized for competitive players seeking enhanced reach, power, and precision. It is available in three dynamic color options—green, red, and pink—offering players both performance and style. This marks the second in-house developed pickleball paddle developed by J-Star through its YMA subsidiary to receive USAPA certification, underscoring the Company’s continued focus on advanced carbon fiber applications and its growing presence in this fast-growing part of the sports equipment market. Sam Van, Chief Executive Officer of J-Star, commented, “We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate the USAPA’s approval of Supernova. This achievement reflects our team’s relentless commitment to innovation and quality in composite materials as we execute on our direct-to-consumer strategy. The Supernova paddle demonstrates how our engineering and design expertise in carbon fiber manufacturing can deliver superior performance for athletes at every level.” In conjunction with this milestone, the J-Star team attended the Vietnam Upgrade Conference to commemorate Vietnam’s inclusion in the FTSE Emerging Index. During the event, Jonathan Chiang, Chairman of J-Star, presented the first limited edition customized gold “Standard Paddle”, presented in collaboration with Saigon Securities Inc., to Dr. Le Anh Tuan, Chief Executive Officer of Dragon Capital Group. J-Star recognizes Vietnam as a strategically important market for its carbon fiber products. As Vietnam’s manufacturing capabilities continue to evolve to meet global standards, J-Star is actively exploring opportunities in the region to serve the growing international demand for advanced composite materials. For more information about USA Pickleball and its certification programs, visit usapickleball.org. About J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. J-Star (NASDAQ: YMAT) is a holding company with operations conducted through subsidiaries in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Samoa with its headquarters in Taiwan. J-Star’s predecessor group was established in 1970, and has accumulated over 50 years of know-how in material composites industry. J-Star develops and commercializes the technology on carbon reinforcement and resin systems. With decades of experience and knowledge in composites and materials, J-Star is able to apply its expertise and technology to design and manufacture a great variety of lightweight, high-performance carbon composite products, ranging from key structural parts of electric bicycles and sports bicycles, rackets, automobile parts to healthcare products. Visit j-starholding.com and ymacorp.com to learn more. Forward Looking-Statements Certain statements contained in this press release about future expectations, plans and prospects, as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to the expected trading commencement and closing dates. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including: the uncertainties related to market conditions and other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the final prospectus filed with the SEC. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and J-Star specifically disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Contact:Matt Chesler, CFAFNK IR646-809-2183investor@j-starholding.com A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a86101bb-9956-4c8b-8c4a-54df6d125d12 Supernova Supernova: The new pickleball paddle features a carbon fiber face and honeycomb core for better cont...

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