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The Journey of
pickleball
The Journey
of pickleball
The Journey
of pickleball
pickle.
The BEGINNING of
The BEGINNING of
The BEGINNING of
Pickleball?
Pickleball?
Pickleball?
Pickleball was created in 1965 by Joel Pritchard and Bill Bell on Bainbridge Island, Washington, to provide a unique entertainment experience combining tennis, table tennis, and badminton for families and friends when they felt bored.
Pickleball was created in 1965 by Joel Pritchard and Bill Bell on Bainbridge Island, Washington, to provide a unique entertainment experience combining tennis, table tennis, and badminton for families and friends when they felt bored.
Pickleball was created in 1965 by Joel Pritchard and Bill Bell on Bainbridge Island, Washington, to provide a unique entertainment experience combining tennis, table tennis, and badminton for families and friends when they felt bored.
WHAT IS
WHAT IS
WHAT IS
Pickleball?
Pickleball?
Pickleball?
"By uniquely combining tennis, table tennis, and badminton, this sport not only brings intense matches but also creates a closely-knit community."
"By uniquely combining tennis, table tennis, and badminton, this sport not only brings intense matches but also creates a closely-knit community."
"By uniquely combining tennis, table tennis, and badminton, this sport not only brings intense matches but also creates a closely-knit community."
Why is it called
Pickleball
Why is it called
Pickleball
Why is it called
Pickleball
Two different accounts of the origin of pickleball: one from Joan and Joel Pritchard, combining different sports like a pickle boat in a navy fleet; and one from Barney McCallum, chasing the ball like Pritchard's dog, Pickles.
Two different accounts of the origin of pickleball: one from Joan and Joel Pritchard, combining different sports like a pickle boat in a navy fleet; and one from Barney McCallum, chasing the ball like Pritchard's dog, Pickles.
Two different accounts of the origin of pickleball: one from Joan and Joel Pritchard, combining different sports like a pickle boat in a navy fleet; and one from Barney McCallum, chasing the ball like Pritchard's dog, Pickles.
The development
of pickleball
The development
of pickleball
The development
of pickleball
Pickleball has seen significant growth in English-speaking countries like the US and Canada
Pickleball has seen significant growth in English-speaking countries like the US and Canada
Pickleball has seen significant growth in English-speaking countries like the US and Canada
Its appeal lies in accessibility, welcoming players of all ages
and skill levels
Its appeal lies in accessibility, welcoming players of all ages
and skill levels
Its appeal lies in accessibility, welcoming players of all ages
and skill levels
The growth is fueled by organized leagues, dedicated courts, and a supportive community.
The growth is fueled by organized leagues, dedicated courts, and a supportive community.
The growth is fueled by organized leagues, dedicated courts, and a
supportive community.
Pickleball has also gained traction through organized leagues, tournaments, and clubs dedicated
to the sport.
Pickleball has also gained traction through organized leagues, tournaments, and clubs dedicated
to the sport.
Pickleball has also gained traction through organized leagues, tournaments, and clubs dedicated to the sport.
With easy-to-learn rules and a competitive edge, pickleball has become a go-to sport.
With easy-to-learn rules and a competitive edge, pickleball has become a go-to sport.
With easy-to-learn rules and a competitive edge, pickleball has become a go-to sport.
Important milestones
Important milestones
Important milestones
1965
the beggining of pickleball
1965
the beggining of pickleball
1965
the beggining of pickleball
1967
Pickleball has officially been recognized as a sport.
1967
Pickleball has officially been recognized as a sport.
1967
Pickleball has officially been recognized as a sport.
1984
(U.S.A.P.A.) was founded in 1984 to promote pickleball.
1984
(U.S.A.P.A.) was founded in 1984 to promote pickleball.
1984
(U.S.A.P.A.) was founded in 1984 to promote pickleball.
1990
Pickleball was the play
1990
Pickleball was the play
1990
Pickleball was the play
2001
Pickleball was introduced at the National Sports Expo.
2001
Pickleball was introduced at the National Sports Expo.
2001
Pickleball was introduced at the National Sports Expo.
2009
The first national championship was held in Buckeye, Arizona.
2009
The first national championship was held in Buckeye, Arizona.
2009
The first national championship was held in Buckeye, Arizona.
2021
Pickleball: From Backyard to World Stage
2021
Pickleball: From Backyard to World Stage
2021
Pickleball: From Backyard to World Stage
2023
Pickleball has attracted significant attention from major sponsors.
2023
Pickleball has attracted significant attention from major sponsors.
2023
Pickleball has attracted significant attention from major sponsors.
EASY
Health
SUITABLE
Community
EASY
Health
SUITABLE
Community
EASY
Health
SUITABLE
Community
EASY
Health
SUITABLE
Community
EASY
Health
SUITABLE
Community
The rules
of pickleball
The rules
of pickleball
The rules
of pickleball
BALL
BALL
BALL
The Pickleball ball is made of plastic with a diameter of about 7.6 cm and has small holes on.
The ball used in pickleball is a perforated plastic ball, typically white or a bright color for easy visibility on the court.
The Pickleball ball is made of plastic with a diameter of about 7.6 cm and has small holes on.
The ball used in pickleball is a perforated plastic ball, typically white or a bright color for easy visibility on the court.
The Pickleball ball is made of plastic with a diameter of about 7.6 cm and has small holes on.
The ball used in pickleball is a perforated plastic ball, typically white or a bright color for easy visibility on the court.
Paddle
Paddle
Paddle
Made of wood, composite, or other materials, with a maximum length of 24 inches (61 cm) and width of 8 inches (20.3 cm).
Made of wood, composite, or other materials, with a maximum length of 24 inches (61 cm) and width of 8 inches
(20.3 cm).
YARD
YARD
YARD
Height is 36 inches (91.4 cm) at the sides and 34 inches (86.4 cm) at the center.
Height is 36 inches (91.4 cm) at the sides and 34 inches (86.4 cm) at the center.
Serve
Pickleball service rules are as follows: At the start, the server stands at the baseline and serves the ball over the top of the net and into the center non-volley zone.
Pickleball service rules are as follows: At the start, the server stands at the baseline and serves the ball over the top of the net and into the center non-volley zone.
Pickleball service rules are as follows: At the start, the server stands at the baseline and serves the ball over the top of the net and into the center non-volley zone.
The ball is served diagonally to the opponent and cannot land outside the boundary line or non-volley zone of the opponent's court.
The ball is served diagonally to the opponent and cannot land outside the boundary line or non-volley zone of the opponent's court.
The ball is served diagonally to the opponent and cannot land outside the boundary line or non-volley zone of the opponent's court.
Missed serve
and change
position
Missed serve
and change
position
Missed serve
and change
position
Pickleball rules state that if the server makes a mistake, the ball is returned to the teammate and no points are lost. If the teammate continues to make mistakes, the serve goes to the opponent, but the opponent does not get points because only the serving side gets points.
Pickleball rules state that if the server makes a mistake, the ball is returned to the teammate and no points are lost. If the teammate continues to make mistakes, the serve goes to the opponent, but the opponent does not get points because only the serving side gets points.
Pickleball rules state that if the server makes a mistake, the ball is returned to the teammate and no points are lost. If the teammate continues to make mistakes, the serve goes to the opponent, but the opponent does not get points because only the serving side gets points.
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