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The Rotaract Club of Chattanooga, Tennessee, is thrilled to announce its premier fundraising initiative for 2024 – the Chattanooga Pickleball Classic. Scheduled for May 18 and taking place at the First Horizon Pavilion, this tournament is poised to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children residing in and around the Chattanooga region, with all proceeds directed towards supporting the esteemed Chambliss Center for Children. Fun And Competitive Pickleball Matching the Rotaract Club’s steadfast dedication to community service, the Chambliss Center for Children strives to enhance the well-being of its children, youth, and families. Through active participation in the…

The Confederation of African Pickleball (CAP) is driving the pickleball movement across Africa and, as we will see, has effectively rallied pickleball enthusiasts across various nations to grow the sport’s expansion on the continent. With a steady rise in popularity continent-wide, Africa’s response has been nothing short of remarkable. Dr. Kwabena Akufo Under the leadership of CAP President Dr. Kwabena Akufo from Ghana, grassroots initiatives have successfully introduced pickleball to communities, educational institutions, and sports facilities, sparking enthusiasm for the game among people of all ages. Babatunde Epoyun, the director of tournaments and events, faces a demanding schedule following the…

New Jersey, Texas, and Georgia are the locations of major pickleball developments that have just opened or are in the process of doing so. Indeed, the complex in New Jersey will be the largest in the state, according to the owners. Wayne, New Jersey A Long Island-based proprietor of fitness centers and racket clubs has announced plans to unveil the largest indoor pickleball facility in New Jersey next year at a local shopping complex, the company revealed. The forthcoming 50,000-square-foot arena, situated on the third floor of Willowbrook Plaza at 77 Willowbrook Boulevard, will feature 20 courts, including a stadium-style…

Moose Games, the gaming innovation arm of Moose Toys, has unveiled the debut of Pickleball Blast, a family-oriented board game that injects fresh excitement into pickleball, still America’s fastest-growing sport! Home-Court Advantage This unique game, marking a first in the pickleball realm, will always give players a home-court advantage. Pickleball Blast is set to make its exclusive debut at Target stores nationwide and online on February 18, followed by a wider release in the fall. President of Moose Games David Norman said, “Pickleball Blast is the newest proof point of Moose Games’ innovation and our keen ability to spot trends. …

We have featured the Steamboat Tennis and Pickleball Center in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, on several occasions. It is one of the nation’s top pickleballing facilities and is renowned for its highly-rated camps, tournaments, and fundraising efforts. A Shake-Up There has been a shake-up at the center recently, with Loretta Conway and her husband Bill being relieved of their duties as executive director and concessionaires at the center. They had been managing the facility for the City of Steamboat Springs since October 2016, with Bill serving as the Director of Operations. The decision to remove the Conways from their positions was…

The National Pickleball League® (NPL) has announced a 100% expansion of its 2024 league structure. It will add a further six teams to make the league into a 12-team roster. The league has also introduced new ownership and new top-tier players, consolidating its position as the premier professional 50+ league in the sport. New Teams And Ownership Groups The new teams to come on board the National Pickleball League in 2024 will be: 1. Coachella Valley Scorpions (CA) 2. Seattle United Pickleball Club (WA) 3. Princeton Bruisers (NJ) 4. Kansas City Stingers (MO) 5. Houston Hammers (TX) 6. Columbus Hotshots…

Ex-world #5 ranked tennis player Eugenie Bouchard is still the highest-profile ex-tennista to have switched over to pickleball. We have seen Jack Sock, Donald Young, and Sam Querrey grace the pro courts, but nobody of quite Bouchard’s stature. A Bag Of Nerves We reported recently how badly her pro pickleball debut turned out for her. She was reputedly a bag of nerves and was quoted as saying, “I got totally smoked in the first game that I played.” She went on to clarify, “I played in Palm Springs for my first event in mid-January, and I was very, very nervous,…

The OWL pickleball paddle, manufactured by OWL Sport, has recently obtained certification from the USA Pickleball (USAP), making it authorized for use in USAP tournament play. A 50% Noise Reduction This authority extends to both amateur and professional players, allowing them to utilize the paddle in competitions worldwide. Notably, the OWL holds the distinction of being the inaugural paddle to achieve USAP Quiet Category certification, with a significant 50% reduction in total noise output while simultaneously enhancing performance. Additionally, as we reported in this article, OWL has secured sponsorship as the exclusive paddle partner of the Association of Pickleball Players…

The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) has announced it is entering an official paddle partnership with the OWL. It will make the paddle the first product in its new official Quiet Category portfolio. Addressing Noise Issues As the national governing body committed to growing pickleball, USA Pickleball aims to provide opportunities for competitive and recreational play, and the OWL aligns with this mission by addressing noise issues that have, up to now, limited play in sound-sensitive areas. Featuring multiple patent-pending designs, the OWL reduces noise output by 50% compared to standard paddles. With sound frequencies below 600 hertz and decibel…

Epic Pickleball Life, a brand forged under the sunny skies of Southern California and from the passion and camaraderie of two couples united by their love for pickleball, is setting new standards in the sport’s gear market with the launch of its innovative pickleball bag featuring a built-in cooler. A Stylish And Functional Solution Officially launched on January 31, this product addresses the previously underserved category of pickleball bags, offering a stylish and functional solution tailored for amateurs and casual players. The idea took shape on the very courts where these players gathered, inspired by the sight of friends awkwardly…