Everything You Need to Know

What is Pickleball?

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. It combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis (ping-pong)into an accessible, social, and highly competitive game. Played on a court roughly one-quarter the size of a tennis court, pickleball uses a perforated polymer ball and solid paddles. The sport is easy to learn, gentle on joints, and rewards touch and strategy over raw power — making it appealing to players of all ages and fitness levels.

Originally invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington, pickleball has exploded from a backyard game into a professional sport with nationally televised tournaments, dedicated facilities, and millions of active players. Whether you're 8 or 80, recreational or competitive, there's a place for you on the court.

Court Layout

A standard pickleball court is 20 feet wide and 44 feet long. The net sits at 34 inches in the center and 36 inches at each post. The most important zone to understand is the Non-Volley Zone (Kitchen), a 7-foot area on each side of the net where volleying (hitting the ball out of the air) is prohibited.

Key Court Zones