While it's only recently come to the forefront of pop culture, pickleball has existed for more than 50 years, according to Carl Schmits of USA Pickleball, the sport's governing body in the U.S.
Over the past few years, and particularly over the past 12 months, a once little-known sport called pickleball has exploded in popularity, gaining new players from diverse populations and age groups across the United States.
One reason why so many people have joined the pickleball craze: It's easier to learn compared to sports like tennis, golf and squash. Fourteen new pickleball courts open at Wollman Rink at the Central Park in New York City, United States on April 10, 2023."I think one of the reasons why it's become so popular is because it's got a very low barrier to entry," Schmits told CBS News."It doesn't take a lot of physical prowess to get started. You can play it at your own pace regardless of your fitness level," he added.
The sport requires mental focus and agility as well, once players learn the basic rules of the game.
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