It may sound like I’m aging, old school, or simply stuck in the past, but sports aren’t what they used to be. Take the college football overtime process for example. Each team now has one possession starting at the opponent’s 25-yard line. If the game is still tied, they play another overtime. If the game […]

Boulder’s Pickleball Craze: A Growing Trend in the Heart of the Rockies Pickleball has quickly become one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, and Boulder, Colorado, is no exception to the craze. This dynamic game, which blends elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong, has captured the hearts of Boulder residents of all […]

As the popularity of pickleball continues to surge across the nation, Boulder, Colorado has wholeheartedly embraced this latest sport sensation. With its stunning natural landscapes and active community, Boulder is the perfect setting for pickleball to thrive. Let’s explore how pickleball has become Boulder’s hottest new sport. The Rise of Pickleball in Boulder Originally developed […]

Boulder, Colorado is known for its stunning mountain views and vibrant outdoor culture, but did you know it’s also becoming a hot spot for pickleball? From the foothills to the city center, the pickleball scene in Boulder is booming, and it’s easy to see why. Join us as we explore the pickleball craze that’s taken […]

Late last summer, following the fast-growing trend, my gym made the decision to convert the entirety of its rooftop tennis courts into Pickleball courts. I get it. Pickleball is low-impact and all-inclusive. I see husbands and wives playing, the coordinated and the not-so-coordinated playing, the fit and not-quite-as fit, and plenty of elderly. Sometimes all […]

Pickleball was invented in 1965 by three middle-aged fathers in Washington state, pickleball is a quirky cross among tennis, pingpong and badminton, played with a paddle and a perforated plastic ball. According to Athletic Lift, the founders are said to have named the game after a family dog called Pickles. The game has over 4.8 […]