Pickleball Players Rally for Court Space and Battle Noise Complaints in Multiple Cities
Pickleball players in Washington D.C. are facing tensions with tennis players and other users of public courts as the sport's popularity surges. Complaints range from noise levels to court space disputes, with some accusing pickleball players of "colonizing" the courts. The city's Parks and Recreation Department is working to address the conflict by converting underutilized tennis courts into dedicated pickleball courts, but the locations have not yet been announced. The $750,000 allocated for court conversions has sparked both support and criticism, highlighting the challenges of managing limited public court space and accommodating the growing demand for pickleball.