If you wanted to create a fun outdoor game that almost anyone could join in with, you would be hard pressed to beat Pickleball. Called by many, "The Fastest Growing Racquet Sport in America!." If you go to the USAPA site, it describes Pickleball more or less like this: "Pickleball is a fun game that is played on a badminton sized court with the net lowered to 34 inches at the center. It is played with a perforated plastic ball, roughly the size of a baseball (similar to a whiffle ball), using composite paddles. It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players."
Having never been athletic types in any way, it is amazing how my wife Kathy and I have taken to this game. It is addicting to a fault, and our time playing is only limited by what our bodies will allow us to do. We play at least 3-4 times a week, and sometimes more.
The best thing about the game for me is the social aspect. We have literally met 90 percent of our friends in the community through this game. These are very wonderful folks that not only put up with my marginal play, but also are kind enough to invite us for dinners, and other outings. Both my wife and I really value these friends.
There are other advantages to pickleball, such as exercise, etc., but mostly the people are great, and the game is just fun. If you ever get a chance to give this game a try, I am sure you too will really enjoy it.
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