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Rick Beyer and Michelle Jensen-Beyer acquired the strip at Bridgeview Plaza on the north side of La Crosse, Wisconsin, in 2020. They purchased the property with the idea in mind that a buyer would come along and develop the former Shopko site into something that would generate substantial customer footfall. If You Want Something Doing… However, despite interest from five parties proposing indoor pickleball spaces, none could meet the financial requirements, and consequently, Rick and Michelle decided to undertake the project themselves. The erstwhile Shopko establishment on La Crosse’s North Side has since undergone a massive transformation into a 17-court…

The APP Next Gen Series has signed The Kitchen Dink as its official leisure partner, combining the pickleball apparel brand’s power with the first-of-its-kind mentorship program to develop the next generation of pros. A Pioneering Development Platform The APP Next Gen serves as a pioneering development platform tailored for aspiring pickleball professionals aged 16-23. Since its inception in 2021, these three-day tournaments not only offer competitive play but also provide invaluable educational seminars and coaching sessions conducted by seasoned veterans and APP professionals. Participants vie for a share of the $15,000 prize purse. Moreover, top performers get the chance to…

Super Bowl champions Rob Gronkowski and Patrick Chung have been announced as the main attractions at a pickleball charity event to be held in April. Test Your Skill Against The Gronk! If you would like the chance to pit your pickleballing wits against the former Patriots players and raise money for a good cause, simply enter to play at an event hosted by fellow former Patriots player Rob Ninkovich and his podcast partner Dan O’Brien. The duo is hosting the “Pickleball Party” at PKL in South Boston on Tuesday, April 9, from 6-9 p.m. The event will feature food, drink,…

Raleigh’s recreational landscape is set to improve considerably when a new indoor pickleball and golf center opens this summer. Carrying the designation of “the largest indoor pickleball and golf facility in North Carolina,” Pin Point will deliver an array of amenities, including 16 indoor pickleball courts, eight indoor golf simulators, an indoor chipping and putting area, a full-service bar, a pro shop, and corporate event space. Joola Collaborating with the renowned pickleball equipment supplier Joola, Pin Point aims to cater to seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers alike with its 16 professional courts. The venue also offers ample space for friendly matches,…

UTR Sports has announced it will use Franklin Sports as the official ball partner for its UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series. This collaboration marks a significant step in enhancing the player experience within the newly established year-round pickleball tournament series that will be taking place across the United States in 2024. Among these events, two are qualifiers for the prestigious 2024 USA Pickleball National Championships, which offer players an exclusive chance to pre-register. A Top-Tier Experience The UTR Sports Pickleball Amateur Series aims to deliver a top-tier experience for amateur players, going beyond mere registration with multiple guaranteed games, competitive…

The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) has partnered with RacquetX, the world’s pioneering all-racquet sports conference, and experience, to spotlight pickleball as the foremost contender among racquet sports. The APP and RacquetX will offer joint tickets so attendees can experience two exciting events taking place at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Unique Collaboration This unique collaboration coincides with the APP Tour’s inaugural major tournament of 2024: the Chase APP Miami Pickleball Open, scheduled for March 24-26 in Miami, Florida. Pickleball’s exponential growth, with over 50 million adult Americans engaging in the sport in the past year alone, solidifies its status…

Jamie Elliott is on a mission to revolutionize the landscape of pickleball. A journey she is only too aware will require a mountain of patience and perseverance. Full Of Nuance And Light And Shade She first came across the sport in 2010 and soon developed a deep love for it, especially as she delved deeper into the sport and found it so full of nuance and light and shade. Progressing to the 4.0 level as a player, she wore two hats: dedicated herself to promoting the sport and encouraging others to join in the game. However, her trajectory took an…

Pickleball’s surge in popularity, particularly among older demographics, has raised concerns among ophthalmologists who caution about potential eye injuries despite the sport’s seemingly innocuous nature. “Vulnerable To Eye Injuries” In a recent issue of the journal Eye, Andrew G. Lee, MD, from Baylor College of Medicine and Houston Methodist Hospital, along with colleagues, highlighted the ocular risks associated with pickleball, particularly for individuals over 65 years old, who are “particularly vulnerable to eye injuries.” Lee explained to MedPage Today, “The smaller a ball is, the more it can fit into the eye socket without hitting the bone. That’s why smaller…

The National Pickleball League® (NPL) has announced it is entering into a partnership with GAMMA Sports, naming them the Official Ball of the NPL in 2024, as well as the Title Partner for the CBS Sports Broadcast of the GAMMA Sports National Pickleball League Championship. This broadcast originally aired on January 31st, 2024, at 10:30pm ET and will re-air on Friday, March 1 at 1:00pm ET. A Significant Step Forward The agreement represents a significant step forward as it is NPL’s most substantial sponsor to date and consolidates its intention to advance the sport of pickleball. GAMMA Sports received significant…

The Kansas City Stingers, among the six newly established U.S. expansion teams, are set to join the National Pickleball League in 2024. This venture is led by partners Julie Gibson and former pro tennis player Daryl Wyatt, who also owns SW19 Tennis and Pickleball in Leawood. “Everyone’s Caught The Bug” Wyatt shared with Startland News that pickleball has revitalized his passion for sports, and now he aims to elevate Kansas City’s involvement in the rapidly growing pickleball scene. “Everyone’s caught the bug,” Wyatt said. “Kansas City shows up for sports anyway. They’re very loyal to their sports teams. And I…