The Pickleball Club
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Story of pickleball
In 1965, three dads (all residents of Bainbridge Island, Washington) developed pickleball as a backyard game to entertain their children who had gotten bored with other activities. There are some reports that the sport was named after "Pickles," a dog owned by one of the creators. Others say that the name actually came from the diverse nature of pickle boat rowing crews.
The sport has evolved over the years to include specialized equipment and playing spaces. In 1976, the sport was recognized by Tennis magazine and now there are tournaments and organizations located worldwide. The sport is also a common activity in school physical education programs.
Pickleball is most commonly played as a doubles sport (involving two teams of two people each) but it can also be played as a singles sport (one player versus one player). The social nature of the sport has made it exceptionally popular in senior communities.
