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Controversial plan to drop 30+ pickleball courts draws pushback and support
LocalNewsPickleball players upset by a proposal to eliminate over 30 pickleball courts had their first chance to voice their opposition to Seattle Parks and Recreation.
https://komonews.com/news/local/seattle-parks-and-recreation-board-to-hear-first-public-comments-on-plan-to-drop-30-pickleball-courts-seattle-metro-pickleball-association
Seattle Parks and Recreation proposes eliminating 36 outdoor pickleball courts
PressThe proposal would cut the number of pickleball courts from 92 to 56.
https://pickleball.com/news/seattle-parks-and-recreation-proposes-eliminating-36-outdoor-pickleball-courts
More than 30 pickleball courts in Seattle could be gone under Parks and Rec proposal
LocalNewsPickleball players are pushing back against Seattle Parks and Recreation proposal that suggest removing more than 30 pickleball courts across several neighborhoods.
https://komonews.com/news/local/30-pickleball-courts-in-seattle-could-be-gone-under-parks-and-rec-proposal
USA Pickleball Announces Firefly As Expert Contributor to Certification Program
EquipmentUSA Pickleball (USAP), the National Governing Body for the sport of pickleball in the U.S., has launched a new Certification Program in partnership with Firefly Sports Testing, marking a significant step forward in standardizing quality across pickleball surfaces, products, and playing environments.
https://usapickleball.org/equipment/usa-pickleball-announces-firefly-as-expert-contributor-to-certification-program/
CityPickle opens flagship location in Times Square
PressThis marks its first permanent, year-round location in Manhattan.
https://pickleball.com/news/citypickle-opens-flagship-location-in-times-square
CityPickle returns to Central Park starting April 21
PressPickleball with a view doesn't get any better than this.
https://pickleball.com/news/citypickle-returns-to-central-park-starting-april-21
SFIA report confirms over 24 million Americans playing pickleball
PressParticipation has climbed an astounding 171.8 percent in the last three years.
https://pickleball.com/news/sfia-report-confirms-over-24-million-americans-playing-pickleball
Big news for PNW pickleball fans: The Picklr in Fremont opens Saturday
LocalNewsThe Picklr will open its brand-new Seattle location in Fremont this weekend, with a grand opening celebration on Saturday, April 4.
https://komonews.com/news/instagram/pickleball-club-the-picklr-fremont-seattle-sports-community-courts-championship-quality-pro-shop-dink-around-in-the-kitchen-pnw-fun
MATCHDAY app must-have for PPA Tour, MLP fans everywhere
PressIt's the ultimate pickleball fan companion.
https://pickleball.com/news/matchday-app-must-have-for-ppa-tour-mlp-fans-everywhere
Improved Paddle Testing at Golden Ticket Events Levels The Competition And Emphasizes Skill Over Equipment
EquipmentNewsUSA Pickleball rolled out a new paddle-testing program at Golden Ticket tournaments earlier this year.
https://usapickleball.org/equipment/improved-paddle-testing-at-golden-ticket-events-levels-the-competition-and-emphasizes-skill-over-equipment/