Asbury Park Press

Pickleball facility coming to Mercer County

- Juan Carlos Castillo

The largest pickleball facility in the Northeast region is set to open in New Jersey.

Opening this fall, The Robbinsvil­le Pickle House announced it will boast more than 20 pickleball courts in the more than 60,000 square-foot facility that once used to house Mercer County’s Robbinsvil­le Fieldhouse sports center.

“Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, The Pickle House welcomes you to experience pickleball like never before,” said owner Christophe­r Vernon in a statement.

The new facility represent good news to a great number of pickle ball players and aficionado­s that continue to grows every year in New Jersey.

“As we continue to see an explosion in demand for pickleball courts and facilities across the country, it is great to see the Robbinsvil­le project come to life and provide local communitie­s with a phenomenal place to play,” said Carl Schmits, a director at USA Pickleball, according to Robbinsvil­le Pickle House. The nonprofit USA Pickleball is a national governing body for the sport.

Pickleball’s popularity has been exploding in recent years. In 2022, pickleball was named the nation’s fastest-growing sport by Sports & Fitness Industry Associatio­n. The attractive of pickleball: that is just like tennis, but less demanding.

Many find pickleball to be easier since the court is smaller and, the plastic pickle ball doesn’t bounce as much as a tennis ball.

The Robbinsvil­le Pickle House is set to count with all the state-of-the-art amenities that can be found in a sports complex: premium lightning, heated courts, and air conditioni­ng. The complex will also house a restaurant and bar cafe.

Once open, visitors will be able to purchase an annual membership or pay for hourly rentals to use the courts.

For those who need accommodat­ion for events, the Robbinsvil­le Hampton Inn & Suites is attached to the complex, and partner hotels Homewood Suites by Hilton and the Hilton Garden Inn are just down the road.

The Robbinsvil­le Pickle House is currently growing a team of experience­d profession­als to oversee its facilities and assist their members. Those interested in applying, contact info@robbinsvil­lepickleho­use.com.

 ?? GREG LOVETT/THE PALM BEACH POST ?? File photo from a Florida pickleball center. In 2022, pickleball was named the nation’s fastest-growing sport.
GREG LOVETT/THE PALM BEACH POST File photo from a Florida pickleball center. In 2022, pickleball was named the nation’s fastest-growing sport.

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