Massive Pickleball Complex Coming To St Petersburg
Pickleball has taken the Tampa Bay area by storm! It’s the area’s fastest-growing sport, which means everyone’s playing. So it can be difficult to get on the court. Well good news Pickleballers! The St. Pete Athletic has a massive pickleball complex coming to the burg later this year.
This is a big deal because the growth of the sport doesn’t seem to be slowing down and there’s a huge demand for open courts. According to St. Pete Athletic, the plan calls for 16 new courts. Nine of those courts will be indoors and the other outdoors. On top of the new courts, the pickleball complex will have a restaurant & bar, a pro shop to buy gear and event spaces for private parties. You’ll be able join a pickleball league, they’ll host tournaments and even offer classes for beginners. The exact location for the club hasn’t been announced, but it’ll allegedly be downtown near the EDGE District. [Source: St. Pete Athletic]
Seven Great Places To Play Pickleball in Tampa
Cuscaden Park
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Known for being a recreational sport landmark (where numerous MLB baseball players trained), there are also six pickleball courts at Cuscaden Park. Each are dedicated to Pickleball with permanent lines and nets. They are free to use and open from sunrise to sunset.
HCC Tennis & Pickleball Center
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Hillsborough Community College (HCC) has its own tennis and pickleball facility. Though a membership is required to play, there are eight courts available and classes you can register for.
Northlakes Sports Complex
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Home to the Northlakes Recreation Center, there are eight outdoor courts here in addition to six tennis courts and two racquet ball courts. There’s something for everyone here, with walking trails and lacrosse fields on the grounds. Bring the whole family!
Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park
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Reservations are available at 25-acre park located just north of the University of Tampa and across the Hillsborough River. There are two outdoor courts in close proximity to public restrooms and water.
Pickleball Gas Worx - coming soon!
The Tampa Bay Times has reported Ybor City’s Gas Worx will open the indoor pickleball courts this spring. It is in part thanks to the Tampa Pickleball Crew, who are leading the efforts. The 28,000-square-foot club will house seven courts. The plan allows for there to be both open times and court reservation options that can be secured via an app.
Tampa Pickleball Crew
Walter Fuller Pickleball Courts
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These four outdoor hard courts are dedicated to Pickleball. There is a full gym schedule dedicated to the game, four days a week. In close proximately to the lake and pool, this facility is open to the public and does not require a membership fee.
East Lake Woodlands Tennis and Pickleball
Described as an active community, this Oldsmar club has 12 outdoor courts available for Pickleball. The game is offered to members of all ages. There are tournaments, clinics, and social events held throughout the year.
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