#pickleball

#pickleball

Pickleball has quickly become huge in the United States, with nearly 20 million people playing the sport. But that popularity comes with a price. With more people on the court, pickleball-related eye injuries, including lacerations around the eye, corneal abrasions and inflamed irises, have increased. A study published this week in JAMA Ophthalmology estimates that the incidence of these injuries has risen dramatically, going up by an estimated 405 cases each year from 2021 to 2024.

We know that the right pair of shoes is quite literally the foundation of your gamewhich is why we wrote a whole guide on the best pickleball shoes. Asics topped our list as our overall favorite, because its midsole's technology improves support while reducing excessive twisting, the wrap-up outsole uses wider gauge to create smoother and more balanced movements. Next up is the paddle. We like this one in particular because it achieves the balance between power and precision.

A padel club's plan to install four outdoor courts on empty land that used to be occupied by Eltham police station has been approved by Greenwich Council. The racquet sport, which blends elements of tennis and squash, is becoming increasingly popular, but players have said there are not enough courts to keep up with demand. According to planning documents, padel is the fastest-growing racquet sport in the world, with the Lawn Tennis Association calling it "easy to play, fun and extremely sociable".

"Once it's paved over, it can't come back," said Leslie Friedman, a Mountain View resident who often visits Cuesta Park. "It's peaceful and has a lot of trees and walking trails."

From August 8 to 10, Vanderbilt Hall will host 'Pickleball in the Hall' in celebration of National Pickleball Day, offering free play and clinics.

PingPod is the spot for 24/7 table tennis with nine locations across NYC, where players can reserve tables online and enjoy automated access.

"I respect Roy as a professional. I recognize that he's the best, and I'm aware of his strengths. I've seen Roy in his fight against Tumelo and how he works."

We learned a lot, but I think now, getting the feedback and learning from the two years of pilot program, we still need to learn more how to meditate this issue.