Miko Catabay - December 04, 2023
Pickleball Pioneers: A Historical Journey of the Fastest Growing Sport
Pickleball, a sport that has taken the world by storm, wasn't born in the grand arena of established sports but rather on a humble rainy day in 1965. The journey of pickleball from its modest beginnings to its current status as one of the fastest-growing sports globally is a fascinating tale of innovation, passion, and community building.The Birth of Pickleball:In 1965, on Bainbridge Island, Washington, three fathers – Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum – were looking for a way to entertain their bored children. Armed with a badminton court, some improvised paddles, and a perforated plastic ball, they...
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