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One of the reasons that pickleball is so popular is that it
is easy to learn and play. Unlike other sports like tennis
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or badminton, pickleball does not require a high level of
skill or athleticism to play. The game is also easy on the
Pickleball is a sport that is taking South Jersey, the body, making it a great option for older adults or those
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which combines elements of badminton, tennis, and encourages teamwork, which is another reason why it is
table tennis, is becoming increasingly popular among so popular among older adults.
older adults, people with disabilities, and even younger Pickleball is also a great way to meet new people and
players. The sport is played on a badminton-sized court make friends. The sport is played in many community
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with a net similar to a tennis net, using a hard paddle and centers, parks and recreation facilities, schools and
a plastic ball with holes. The rules and scoring are
similar to those of tennis, but the ball is served under- fitness centers, and also in private clubs. The social
hand and players are not allowed to play volleys at the aspect of the game is one of the reasons why it is so
popular among older adults. Many find that they feel
net. more connected to their community when they play
The popularity of pickleball is on the rise, with more and pickleball, which can help to reduce feelings of isolation
more communities building dedicated pickleball courts and loneliness.
and organizing local tournaments. The sport is also
Another reason that pickleball is so popular is that it is a
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becoming more competitive. This has led to the forma- only fun, but it also provides a great workout. Pickleball
tion of the United States of America Pickleball Associa- requires a lot of running and quick movements, which
tion (USAPA) which is the governing body for the sport helps to improve cardiovascular health and overall
in the United States and works to promote and develop
Scan the QR code to learn pickleball across the country. They also organize nation- fitness. The sport also helps to improve hand-eye coordi-
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older adults.
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The pickleball craze is a phenomenon that is growing at
Players are focusing their free time and even their
an unprecedented rate, and for good reasons. With the
vacations around the sport. Events like an upcoming USAPA working to promote and develop the sport, it is
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Hungary and playing pickleball through four European likely that the pickleball craze will continue to grow in
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