PICKLEBALL

In the summer of 1965, seeking to keep their bored kids entertained, some dads on Bainbridge Island, Washington, invented a game using a plastic ball, some wood, and a badminton court. "Pickleball" was born. It has since become the fastest-growing sport in America, with nearly five million people now playing the game. Correspondent Luke Burbank looks at Pickleball lore, and takes a whack at playing against Pickleball Hall of Famer Jennifer Lucore.

The sport, beloved for its democratic spirit, could unite the country—if it doesn’t divide itself first.

My parents celebrated their wedding anniversary last year with their first vacation since the COVID-19 pandemic began, and not only did they come home refreshed and tan, they came home obsessed with a game called pickleball that I could not understand.

For those clamoring for a World Pickleball Day, you’re about to get your wish. The first-ever World Pickleball Day is set for Saturday, which will bring promotional opportunities and publicity for those who love the sport. Pickleball is a net sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, according to USA Pickleball. As far as sports go, Pickleball is relatively new, since it was invented by three men in 1965 near Seattle, Washington, according to USA Pickleball. To become an official Olympic sport, Pickleball needs to be recognized by the International Olympic Committee.

NEW BRAUNFELS – Pickleball is the nation’s fastest growing sport and a New Braunfels' 15-year-old, Wyatt Stone, is determined to be at the forefront of increasing its popularity among youth players. Wyatt, who was first introduced to pickleball just over two years ago in August 2018, has since amassed 32 medals. “Since then it’s just gone way up in my interest in what I’ve wanted to do for pickleball.”Later that same year in November, Wyatt became the USA Pickleball junior singles National Champion for his age division. He works with coach, Matt Laz, an International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA) Director and master teaching professional. He also became an IPTPA Level II certified pickleball teaching professional last summer wanting to grow the love of the sport in others.

Chicken N Pickle helps San Antonio’s hospital workers during the pandemicPublished: July 28, 2020, 12:19 pmPickleball isn’t new, but it is becoming more and more popular especially during this pandemic.

SAN ANTONIO Pickleball is the countrys fastest growing sport and Chicken N Pickle San Antonio General Manager, Ashley Ellis, and Pickleball Pro, Aaron Trost, demonstrate how to play as well as provide a tour of the new venue.