Pickleball was invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, a short ferry ride from Seattle, Washington. Three dads – Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum — whose kids were bored with their usual summertime activities — are credited for creating game. Pickleball has evolved from original handmade equipment and simple rules into a popular sport throughout the US and Canada. The game is growing internationally as well, with many European and Asian countries adding courts.Fun, social and friendly. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Pickleball is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong; it's played both indoors or outdoors on a badminton-sized court and a slightly modified tennis net; it's played with a paddle and a plastic ball with holes; you can play as doubles or singles. and it can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levels.
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Here's some great equipment you can check out to start playing (www.pickleballcentral.com also has a great selection of equipment):