USA Pickleball Association Information

The sport of pickleball, often described as a hybrid of tennis, badminton and ping pong, is much more than a game. It’s a way of life for a community that continues to grow exponentially, thanks to its appeal with players from the young to the young-at-heart. Played on a badminton-sized court with the net set to 34 inches high at the center, players volley a perforated plastic ball similar to a wiffle ball with a composite paddle about twice the size of a ping pong paddle. Pickleball can be played indoors or outdoors as singles or doubles. The game has a passionate following due to its friendly, social nature and multi-generational appeal. The sport is governed by the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA.org), which maintains the rules, promotes the sport through its network of over 1,800 Ambassadors,, sanctions tournaments, and provides player rankings. To find a place to play or become a member, visit: www.usapa.org.