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Nike signs the sport’s No. 1 player, Anna Leigh Waters, in its first pickleball deal, naming her a global ambassador and outfitting her in apparel and footwear across all events; terms weren’t disclosed as she competes at the Carvana Masters, signaling Nike’s broader push into a rapidly growing sport.
The article humorously discusses Pete Golding's rise as Ole Miss's head coach amid the college football playoff, contrasting him with Lane Kiffin and highlighting the nation's collective loathing for Kiffin, while celebrating Golding's authentic persona and redemption story in college football.
The article argues that injuries among older pickleball players are less risky than inactivity, emphasizing that active movement like pickleball is beneficial for health, especially for women during menopause, and should be encouraged as a form of medicine to maintain strength and independence.
Forge+Bond, previously part of CSS Composites, has rebranded as F+B Sports and is now manufacturing high-end pickleball paddles using their proprietary FusionFiber material, after CSS Composites ceased operations. The move ensures the continuation of FusionFiber technology, despite the company's shift from mountain biking components to pickleball equipment, with paddles priced at around $200.
CSS Composites, a manufacturer of high-end thermoplastic carbon rims for bike brands, went out of business unexpectedly, leaving warranties and supply chains in limbo. Remarkably, its Forge+Bond brand and IP have re-emerged less than a month later as F+B Sports, a pickleball paddle company using the same FusionFiber technology, operating from the same facilities, under the umbrella of Future Comp and the Christensen family's network of companies.
Pickleball's rising popularity in the U.S. has led to a significant increase in eye injuries, prompting calls for standardized protective eyewear guidelines to prevent such injuries, especially among older players.
Pickleball, the rapidly growing sport in the US, is linked to a significant rise in eye injuries, with an estimated 1,262 cases in 2024 alone. The study highlights the lack of mandated eye protection and suggests establishing safety guidelines, especially for older players and casual participants, to prevent serious ocular injuries.
Eye injuries among pickleball players, especially older adults, are increasing, with 1,262 cases reported in 2024, raising concerns about safety as the sport grows in popularity and attracts less experienced players.
A new study highlights a significant rise in pickleball-related eye injuries in the US, especially among players aged 50 and older, with injuries like black eyes, orbital fractures, and retinal detachment increasing as the sport's popularity grows. Experts suggest wearing eye protection, although no formal mandates exist, to help prevent serious eye injuries.
Boise is closing its Manitou Park pickleball courts due to noise complaints from nearby residents, following a lawsuit and settlement related to noise pollution affecting residents' quality of life. The closure leaves local players frustrated, especially the elderly, who value the social and physical benefits of the sport. The city is reallocating courts to address these concerns, but players feel their needs are being overlooked.
The City of Boise has decided to shut down pickleball courts at Willow Lane and Manitou parks following a lawsuit from neighbors citing noise and offensive language, opting to convert these courts back to tennis courts to focus on community safety and quality of life.
Pickleball is highlighted as an ideal sport for those over 60, offering a low-impact, social, and engaging way to stay active, improve coordination, and boost mental well-being, making it a top choice beyond walking.
Ethan Noblesala, 32, lost 85 pounds by adopting a high protein, high fiber, low-calorie diet, engaging in pickleball and other sports, and prioritizing sleep and recovery, which transformed his health and inspired him to create a social fitness app.
Actress Lauren Graham revealed that Matthew Perry, her longtime friend and former co-star, gave her a pickleball set as a birthday gift seven months before his death. Perry, who was passionate about tennis and pickleball, had reconnected with Graham just months before his passing. The late Friends star's final year was marked by his love for the sport and his memoir, in which he discussed his sobriety journey. Perry tragically passed away at the age of 54 from the acute effects of ketamine, contributing to his drowning in a hot tub.
Scottie Scheffler, the defending champion at THE PLAYERS Championship and the current world No. 1, discusses his return to TPC Sawgrass, his love of shaping shots, improved ball striking, and his first golf-course design project. He also talks about his passion for pickleball, his current read on golf course architecture, and his involvement in the development of a new course called Pine Ranch in Texas.