For years, pickleball has been the fastest-growing sport in the United States. With over 19.8 million participants  in 2024, it's surging in popularity from community courts to major tournaments. Learn why it's popular, what's driving the sport's growth and how to sustain the momentum by creating safe, accessible spaces to play. Why Is Pickleball Popular? Players nationwide have embraced pickleball as their new favorite activity. The court has the same dimensions as a doubles

Pickleball grew by more than 58% in popularity  between 2022 and 2023 across all age groups, and the trend shows no signs of slowing down. While this sport holds promising potential for current and aspiring facility managers, more play hours will increase wear on courts. It's your responsibility to extend their appearance and appeal by keeping them in top condition.  This article is for anyone who needs help crafting a comprehensive pickleball court maintenance plan. We'll he

Pickleball is a sport that's quickly gaining popularity  among various age groups in America. An estimated 48.3 million U.S. adults  have played the game at least once. It's an inclusive sport that first appealed to older adults, but is now being adopted by younger demographics — and it's easy to see why. The benefits of playing pickleball can be categorized into three core areas — physical, mental and social health. Players, regardless of their age, can experience them. Thes

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The fast-growing sport of pickleball is undeniably a lot of fun, but chasing after errant balls while keeping spectators and pets out of the field of play is not. Learn about pickleball court containment options here.