Tupelo sees a surge of popularity for the game Pickleball
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The All-America City is seeing a steady rise in popularity for a sport that appeals to a broad age range.
In recent years, pickleball has gained in popularity throughout Tupelo. The city of Tupelo invested $1.2 million in the Dot Cooper Kelly Pickleball Courts. The city has also renovated the former rec center on the site.
The space was recently used by teams and organizers during a pickleball tournament benefitting Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Mississippi.
There are also courts at Mill Village, and free pickleball lessons are offered twice a week at the East Heights Baptist Church gym.
Pickleball attracts people of all age groups and is also known as a sport that fosters community connections.
Pickleball tournaments are planned throughout the year in Tupelo.
Tune in tonight on WCBI News to learn more.
