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Each week, four courts will be set up, teams will be formed from those who are in attendance, and games will then be played.


*Please note there is no instruction, it is just open play.*

What is pickleball?
Pickleball is a paddle sport played with a whiffle ball on a badminton-sized court and a tennis-style net. A non-volley zone (or kitchen) prevents volleys close to the net, and the serving team cannot volley the return of serve. These unique rules favor players with less mobility and allow senior players to compete successfully with younger competitors.

Pickleball is enjoyed by people of all ages and athletic abilities thanks to its ease of play and straightforward rules. The sport is inexpensive, social and healthy, and has been widely accepted in school gyms, fire stations, community centers, local parks, athletic clubs and thousands of backyard sports courts. In some ways it’s a combination of tennis and badminton, and along with sports such as table tennis and racquetball, pickleball has exploded in popularity. Thousands of pickleball courts have been built in recent years, especially in senior communities.

These areas have benefited from increased comradery amid peers since both doubles and singles can be played. Doubles involve longer rallies, lower physical demands and more opportunities for court banter. Though easy to learn, pickleball provides endless opportunity for individual improvement and learning subtle techniques. Many players who initially dismiss the sport as amateurish, simplistic or noisy now find it addicting. Like golf, many fans play several hours a day either indoors or outdoors.

Pickleball’s requirements are fairly minimal when it comes to equipment. Paddle faces are made of wood, composites or graphite. Overall, paddles are roughly 8” wide and 15” long with hard, smooth surfaces. Balls are made of hard plastic with holes and are similar in size to baseballs. Nets are 34” high in the center. Courts are 20 feet wide and 40’ long. Four pickleball courts can fit in the same area used for a single tennis court.

Pickleball is an inclusive, accessible, non-elitist sport that transcends social and economic barriers. Playing styles vary widely, even at the highest levels. Many top players have no past racquet or paddle sport experience and have limited athletic abilities. Pickleball is easy to begin but difficult to master. Grab a paddle and give it a try!

Register Activity Ages Grades Days Date/Time Fees
 
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Outdoor Pickleball - Winter 2024 - Tuesday 
16y and up N/A Tu  03/12/2024 - 04/23/2024
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Medway High School - Pickleball Courts
$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
 
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Outdoor Pickleball - Winter 2024 - Thursday 
16y and up N/A Th  03/14/2024 - 05/02/2024
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Medway High School - Pickleball Courts
$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
 
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Outdoor Pickleball - Spring 24 - Thursday 
16y and up N/A Th  05/02/2024 - 06/20/2024
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Medway High School - Pickleball Courts
$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
 
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Outdoor Pickleball - Spring 24 - Sunday 
16y and up N/A Su  04/28/2024 - 06/23/2024
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Medway High School - Pickleball Courts
$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
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Outdoor Pickleball - Summer 24 - Thursday 
16y and up N/A Th  07/11/2024 - 08/22/2024
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Medway High School - Pickleball Courts
$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
 
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Outdoor Pickleball - Summer 24 - Sunday 
16y and up N/A Su  07/14/2024 - 08/25/2024
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Medway High School - Pickleball Courts
$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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