PICKLEBALL PLAY IS GOING STRONG!

You may have heard that the game of Pickleball is taking the country by storm. 

Right now, it's laid claim to the title of "Fastest Growing Sport" in the United States and possibly Canada. And, it's happening right here at Deep Canyon, too.

If Pickleball is your game, Deep Canyon might be just the venue you're looking to find. The club currently has 6 dedicated Pickleball courts.

Organized action is fast and furious at least 4 mornings per week. It's not unusual to have 30 or more players engaging in the action and enjoying active social exchange as well. 

Experienced players are very welcoming to the new and uninitiated. New arrivals are quickly shown around the smaller badminton-sized court with a 34 inch net. A plastic whiffle ball about the size of a softball is struck with a medium-sized frying pan-type paddle. Within minutes, nubies quickly join in a game with hand-holding veterans. Laughter and chatter and shouts of "good shot" soon ring out.

Like on the tennis courts, doubles Pickleball is the norm. This makes it a perfect venture for anyone who can't run as well as they used to, move as quickly as they like or reach all corners of a larger tennis court. Players of all ages -- yes in their ninties, too -- find they can enjoy an active game.

And, for those who want to play it to the max, the action can be fast and furious the when the top players square off against each other. It's fun to watch and even more fun to play.

Yes, the Pickleball players  have parties, too. Sometimes this includes inviting members of neighboring clubs to come over for a social game or to travel to other area clubs as well for mixers. A growing number of local tounaments for players of all levels are flourishing area wide.

What you can tell about Pickleball from this Picture:

1. The Court is smaller than tennis, so not as much running.
2. Doubles is the norm...2 players against 2 players.
3. Each player has a Paddle to hit the Softball-sized Wifffle Ball.
4. Comfortable attire and good tennis-type shoes recommended.
5. People of all ages and ability levels can enjoy the game.
6. It can be quite a competitive game with fast action.

What you might not be able to tell from the picture:

1. Women, men and children of all ages enjoy the sport.
2. It is easy to learn. In fact, most people learn while they play.
3. Pickleball players laugh alot and have a good time.
4. A game usually lasts about 15 minutes.
5. Pickleball is lots of fun!

         Deep Canyon is a Great Place to Play Pickleball!