Why is pickleball so popular in the USA? Here are 5 reasons

By now, you've probably heard of pickleball. More and more people are playing it, it's started taking over sports courts, and you might even have seen it when you flipped through the channels on TV on a Saturday afternoon. Pickleball has taken the US by storm and is continuing to spread rapidly across Europe. In this article, we'll explain five of the main reasons why pickleball has become so popular and why you should give it a try if you haven't already.

Why is pickleball so popular?

Pickleball combines the best of several sports. It's a mix between tennis, ping pong and badminton, or whatever you want to classify it as, and the best thing is that it's as easy to start playing as any other sport. Here are five of the many reasons why pickleball has gained so much popularity:

• Easy to Learn : The pickleball ball and paddle make it easy for anyone to pick up a rally from day one. Plus, USA Pickleball, the sport's governing body, limits the power and spin that can be applied with the paddles to keep the game true to its principles.
• Court Size : Being about a third of the surface area of ​​a tennis court, mobility is not a big issue. This makes it easier for people of all ages (young, old, and everyone in between) to cover the court in just a few steps when playing doubles.
• Accessibility : It's so easy to get started! Pickleball courts are popping up everywhere, replacing unused tennis courts. This means there are plenty of free and accessible options for the public. With an initial outlay of less than 50€, no monthly fees, and public spaces readily available, pickleball is an option for many.
• Tournaments and Leagues : Playing in an organized manner has become easier and adds a fun element for those looking for competition without needing a lot of experience.
• Everyone's playing it : The popularity of the sport has led to an increase in invitations from friends for an afternoon of competition. Plus, with the proliferation of facilities that combine pickleball, food and drink, a night of pickleball has never been easier to organize.

We've mentioned it before, but to get started you only need one paddle per player, one or two balls, and access to a pickleball court. Google is a great tool for finding local courts, and mobile apps like Pickleheads help you connect with other players. Plus, social platforms like Facebook and Instagram can put you in touch with local clubs and players to make sure you're not playing alone.

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