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Around two months after the establishment of Stratton Resort, Vermont’s largest pickleball facility, it is now gearing up to host the inaugural Stratton Open Pickleball Tournament. A Strategic Decision Scheduled from Friday to Sunday, September 15th to 17th, the tournament will feature three distinct categories of play each day. Men’s and women’s singles matches are set for Friday, followed by men’s and women’s doubles on Saturday, and mixed doubles on Sunday. The division of play over separate days was a strategic decision, as explained by Andrew Kimiecik, Digital Marketing Manager for Stratton Mountain: “I think that format just allows for…

A group of seniors have caught pickleball fever in the land of 10,000 lakes! Word Of Mouth These ladies from New Ulm in Minnesota decided to take up pickleball one day while out walking and have never looked back! Pickleball is available at the New Ulm Rec Center throughout the week, from Monday to Friday, with sessions from 9 to 11 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Deb Steinberg has taken on a leading role in the morning group, which started as an idea while they out taking some exercise one day. “We were walking the track,” she recounted…

The Georgetown Township, a charter township of Ottawa County in Michigan, could soon be the proud recipient of a dozen brand-spanking new pickleball courts. Accessible Facilities Township officials are considering the development of 12 pickleball courts at a local park, aiming to meet residents’ demand for accessible facilities. 8th Avenue Park, located in Georgetown Township south of Chicago Drive, is favored by consultants for the proposed courts, though the final location remains undecided. Supervisor Jim Wierenga indicated that a decision by the township board is expected in the next two months. The idea of introducing pickleball courts in Georgetown Township…

“What a Pickle!” is the title of the Maryland Montgomery Parks’ Virtual Speaker Series for September. A Hot Topic In their September meeting, the subject will be the current dilemma facing the body when it comes to balancing the demand for tennis and pickleball in local parks. Montgomery County, MD, has announced that this hot topic will take center stage as the Virtual Speaker Series investigates the fight for court space currently raging between tennis players and pickleballers. A Panel Of Experts A panel of experts will convene to discuss the challenges of meeting the rapidly growing demand for pickleball…

Pickleball enthusiasts will have the exciting opportunity next month to participate in the Whispering Angel Celebrity Pickleball Tournament at Bobby Riggs Racket & Paddle in Encinitas. A Charitable Cause The event, organized by former NFL quarterback Drew Brees and professional surfer Rob Machado, is an integral part of the Del Mar Wine + Food Festival and will contribute all proceeds to the charitable cause of Feeding San Diego. The event is scheduled for Friday, September 8, from noon to 4 p.m. and offers various engagement options for pickleball aficionados. Attendees can engage in matches against professional players, challenge celebrities on…

The 2023 APP Philadelphia Open is underway this weekend! Over 500 APP Tour players are making an appearance in the City of Brotherly Love, and the draws look tight. Women’s and men’s singles are currently underway, and it looks like we might be seeing some new faces on Championship Sunday! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pickleball Union (@pickleball.union) Men’s Singles View this post on Instagram A post shared by Megan Fudge DeHeart (@officialmeganfudge) In men’s singles, we’re anticipating a finals match between Yates Johnson and Ryler DeHeart, as so far, they appear to be the strongest…

The Pickleball Canada National Championships began yesterday and run until Sunday, August 27th. “A Fun Time For Sure” Over 600 players from all across Canada are competing for the title of the country’s best pickleball player in age categories ranging from 16 to 75. The tournament categories consist of men’s and women’s singles as well as doubles and mixed doubles as well. Pickleball Canada president Val Vollmin told CTV Morning Live: “Everybody is looking forward to the tournament; it’s going to be a fun time for sure,”  “Some Fantastic Pickleball” CTV News Regina report that a total of 32 courts…

Over 1,000 players are signed up to play in the PPA Kansas City Open. After last weekend’s rise of Tyson McGuffin and the return of Catherine Parenteau, it’ll be interesting to see how the draws fair with Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns hopping back in the mix. With a larger player pool, this tournament has several interesting draws and matchups to look forward to! At the top of everyone’s list is the return of Ben Johns and Matt Wright, who were a top-performing team years ago until Ben started teaming up with his brother Collin. But do they have…

From today, Thursday, August 24th, the PPA Tour is able to accept gambling wagers in 10 U.S. states and one Canadian province. A Historic Step Sportsbooks are now authorized to provide markets and live video feeds powered by official data for professional pickleball. The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour, recognized as the premier tour for the sport, has taken a historic step by becoming the first pickleball organization to enter the sports betting market. Kicking off with FanDuel Sportsbook, enthusiasts in 10 legalized betting states across the U.S. and one Canadian province now have the opportunity to place bets on…

Montreat, North Carolina, is set to welcome pickleball enthusiasts from all across the nation this September for the highly anticipated annual series of camps organized by the Suncoast Pickleball Association. Suncoast Pickleball Camps Established in Florida in 2016 by Russell Elefterion, the Suncoast Pickleball camps stand as a unique offering as the sole residential camps of their kind in the country. The comprehensive package includes five nights of accommodation at the Montreat Conference Center, meals, and professional pickleball instruction. Participants can also engage in social activities during the evenings as part of the camp experience. Montreat is about 85 miles…