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Fun, social and friendly. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
Overview
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A fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong.
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Played both indoors or outdoors on a badminton-sized court and a slightly modified tennis net.
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Played with a paddle and a plastic ball with holes.
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Played as doubles or singles.
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Can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levels.
History
Pickleball was invented on Bainbridge Island, a short ferry ride from Seattle Washington. Three dads, Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum - whose kids were bored with their usual summertime activities - are credited for creating the game. Pickleball was invented from original handmade equipment and simple rules into a popular sport throughout the US and Canada. The game is growing internationally, as well, with many European and Asian countries adding courts.