Browsing: Pickleball News

Amidst the ongoing discussions within the community of the Ojai Valley, about 65 miles west of Los Angeles, about the challenges faced by pickleball enthusiasts in finding suitable facilities for their sport, Greg Doss emerges as a key figure bridging the gap. His Transformative Experience Serving as the Ojai Valley Athletic Club Pickleball Director and community liaison, Doss shares his transformative experience with pickleball during the COVID era, emphasizing its role in reconnecting individuals with their community when he spoke to Holly Roberts at Ojai Valley News: “I found pickleball during COVID and it changed my life. I feel like…

A huge new indoor pickleball facility set in a tropical-themed venue at 2121 N. Clybourn Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614, has opened its doors for the first time. “Everyone Is Welcome” The venue covers 42,000 square feet and features eight indoor pickleball courts, a grab-and-go food and coffee bar, and spacious locker rooms with saunas and showers. Court reservations opened on January 16 for the general public. “Whether you’re a seasoned pickleball player, you’re picking up a paddle for the first time, or you’re just in to cheer on your friends and family, everyone is welcome,” Co-Founder Rich Green said in…

The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) has introduced new serving rules, significantly altering the way players serve in tour events. These changes, which are currently in a beta testing phase, have sparked much discussion in the pickleball community. Let’s delve into the key aspects of these new serving regulations. Rule #1: The Serve Toss Old Method: Traditionally, players had the freedom to toss the ball upwards and strike it on the fly during a serve. New Change: Under the new PPA rules, this technique is no longer permissible. The ball must now be tossed below the waist, transforming the serve into…

The state-of-the-art facility will be home to the APP and form one of pickleball’s worldwide epicenters, marking a significant milestone in the sport. The APP’s plans to establish its official headquarters and training center at The Fort in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, make it the first-ever organization in the sport to have a dedicated facility. The World’s First-Ever Pickleball Stadium Boasting 43 courts and the world’s inaugural pickleball stadium, this state-of-the-art complex is designed to advance the APP’s mission of nurturing talent and promoting pickleball across all levels. Ken Herrmann, the Founder of the APP, was understandably excited about the new…

A proposed San Francisco city initiative has outraged pickleballers in the area. It aims to repurpose half of the existing 12 public pickleball courts at The Presidio Wall Playground, converting them back into tennis courts. A Strong Reaction This has triggered a strong reaction from the dedicated pickleball players at Presidio Wall. In response to the potential reduction, these players are contemplating “pickle protests” and “pickle disobedience.” Adding to their discontent, the parks department has called for the removal of crowd-funded pickleball nets from the courts by the end of the week. The suddenness of these requests, outlined in an…

Kris Draper’s demeanor on the ice with the Detroit Red Wings wasn’t exactly angelic—he was known for his provocative nature, occasional mouthiness, and hard edge. It’s precisely this edginess that initially led him to dismiss the idea of trying out pickleball during the COVID pandemic. “I Was Hooked Right Away” “The world was shut down, and my buddy asked if I wanted to come over and play. I kind of laughed and said: ‘No.’,”  Draper told detroithockeynow.com. “Then he said: Have you ever played? That’s the first reaction when you hear it — no one wants to play. But then…

Thirty-5 Capital, LLC, a family office and private equity firm specializing in sports technology and innovation companies, has officially introduced United Pickleball Paddles (UPP), a subsidiary within their global pickleball investment sleeve, United Pickleball Properties, LLC. Three Respected Paddle Brands Under the umbrella of UPP, the initial collaboration includes three respected paddle brands: Paddletek, ProXR Pickleball, and Boundless Pickleball. The primary objective of United Pickleball Properties is to promote pickleball, using superior paddles, apparel, and equipment accessible to all types of players throughout the sport. Ron Saslow, Founder and Managing Partner of Thirty-5 Capital, emphasized this message, stating, “United Pickleball…

Pickleball, a game that combines tennis, badminton, and table tennis, has become the new craze in the United States. This game, which was initially started as a simple backyard game, has become very popular across the United States and Canada and has attracted players of all ages and statuses. It has risen in the ranks really fast, and it’s quite clear why that is the case. The Beginnings: Beginning with a Small Step Pickleball was developed in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington, by three dads, Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum, in a bid to come up with a…

Destination Canada is thrilled to announce the opening of its DinkDunk Pickleball Spa, marking the world’s inaugural winter Pickleball Spa in the country of the maple leaf. Drawing inspiration from pickleball and the prevalent wellness trend of cold plunging, the DinkDunk Pickleball Spa offers an unforgettable retreat for pickleball enthusiasts, cold plunging aficionados, and winter adventurers alike. A Unique Pickleball Court Named as an homage to the renowned pickleball “dink” shot and the rejuvenating “dunks” experienced at high-end spas, this exceptional pop-up venue boasts a unique pickleball court nestled in the heart of Quebec’s winter wonderland. It provides players with…

The Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) will hold a pickleball tournament and several other pickleball-related events in conjunction with the International Racquets Conference being held at the Saddlebrook Resort, 5700 Saddlebrook Way Wesley Chapel, Florida 33543, from February 3rd to 11th. Doubles Only Registration costs $65 and is still open, but you only have 10 days before it closes on January 26 at 11 p.m. Eastern Time. The tournament will feature four skill levels of 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and 4.5, with five age brackets of 5 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, and 70 and above. …