Skip to main content

PB Weekly 3/15/2025 - From Prisons to Malls & Beyond!!

Pickleball is taking over the world—literally! 🌍 From celebrity fitness tips to prison yard showdowns, here are the latest headlines making waves in the world of pickleball.

🏛️ Scott Peterson Attacked Over a Pickleball Game in Prison

Even behind bars, pickleball can get intense! 😳 Convicted murderer Scott Peterson was reportedly attacked by another inmate during a prison yard pickleball match at Mule Creek State Prison, CA. The fight broke out when Peterson allegedly hit the ball too hard at fellow inmate Charles Miles, who mistook his paddle for a weapon! ⚔️ Peterson walked away with minor injuries, while Miles got slapped with a serious rule violation. 🚔
🔗 Read More

🏬 Stamford Mall Transforms Into a Pickleball Paradise

Malls are dying? Not in Stamford, CT! 🚀 The Stamford Town Center is getting a major makeover, and its star attraction? The largest indoor pickleball facility in the U.S.! 🏓 This move is part of a plan to bring in more foot traffic by adding comedy clubs, kids' play areas, and new restaurants. Who needs shopping when you have pickleball? 😆
🔗 Read More

👵 Golden Bachelorette Says Pickleball Keeps Her Young!

Looking for the fountain of youth? 🤩 Look no further than pickleball! Joan Vassos, the 62-year-old star of "Golden Bachelorette," credits her energy and fitness to playing pickleball and lifting weights. 💪 She says staying active, eating lots of protein, and having fun on the court keeps her feeling young. Who needs anti-aging creams when you have a pickleball paddle? 🎾✨
🔗 Read More

🎾 Tennis Legends Join the Pickleball Craze at Indian Wells

Pickleball isn’t just for amateurs—former ATP & WTA tennis pros are loving it too! 🌟 At the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, tennis greats swapped their rackets for paddles in a fun pickleball and golf event. 🎉 This just proves what we already know—pickleball is THE sport to play, no matter your background! 😎
🔗 Read More

🏢 Old Shopko Store in Redding Might Become a Pickleball Hub!

Another vacant building? Sounds like a perfect place for pickleball courts! 🏗️ In Redding, CA, plans are in motion to convert the old Shopko building into a massive indoor pickleball facility. 🙌 The Redding Pickleball Club is working hard to make it happen, and if all goes well, the venue could open this year! Get ready to dink in style! 🎾🔥
🔗 Read More

🎉 Final Thoughts

From prisons to shopping malls, and even Hollywood celebrities, pickleball is taking over! 🚀 Whether you're looking for a new hobby, a way to stay fit, or a chance to compete with former tennis pros, there's no better time to grab a paddle and hit the court! 🏓💥

What’s your favorite pickleball story from this week? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️👇

#Pickleball #Sports #GameOn #PickleballLife

Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

PB Weekly 9/5/2025: Fall Fun & Final Four PPA, Closed Courts Lawsuit

 As the summer sun sets and we move into September, the pickleball world is heating up with some monumental news! From thrilling tour finals to major global partnerships, here's your top 5 weekly recap: Shop at :  https://QuirkyPickle.store 1️⃣ APP Tour Launches Global Pickleball Alliance! 🌍🤝 In a truly groundbreaking move for the sport's worldwide expansion, the Association of Pickleball Players (APP) announced a new strategic alliance with six international pickleball federations. This partnership aims to create a unified global tour calendar and a streamlined infrastructure for professional players. The alliance, which will debut in 2026, will feature 30 international tournaments, including major stops in Australia, India, and England. This is a massive step towards a truly global pickleball community! 2️⃣ PPA Tour Crowns New Champions in Las Vegas! 🎲🏆 The PPA Tour's Walgreens Open at the Las Vegas Strip delivered some incredible championship matches. In a stunning p...
Post a Comment
Read more

PB Weekly 9/12/2025: PPA Paddle Pandemonium & a New MLP Owner!

This past week has been a fascinating blend of on-court action, off-court drama, and major business moves in the world of pickleball. Here's your weekly rundown of the top 5 stories: Shop at: https://QuirkyPickle.store 1️⃣ The PPA Cincinnati Open Gets Rocky with Paddle Problems! 😬 The PPA Tour's Veolia Cincinnati Showcase presented by Six Zero kicked off with some unexpected chaos: a number of top pros, including Tyra "Hurricane" Black and Gabe Tardio, were forced to switch paddles mid-tournament! The reason? A new UPA-A certification rule that went into effect on September 1st, requiring all professional paddles to have full UPA-A certification. Many popular paddles that were previously approved under an interim status are now ineligible. This has created a stir and sparked a big debate about regulation and communication. Despite the frustration, all the impacted players we've heard from won their opening matches, proving their adaptability! 💪 2️⃣ NHL Star Alek...
Post a Comment
Read more

PB Weekly 10/31/2025: Halloween Edition! Vegas Thrills & World Stage Set! ALW :)

What a high-stakes two weeks it has been! As October closes, the world of pickleball is buzzing with incredible professional tour results, the start of a major international event, and massive anticipation for the World Championships. Here's your top 5 weekly rundown: Shop at:  https://QuirkyPickle.store 1️⃣ Anna Leigh Waters Bags Her 37th Triple Crown in Vegas! 👑 The Rate Vegas Cup (PPA Tour) delivered spectacular action, and Anna Leigh Waters delivered history, quietly clinching her 37th professional triple crown! She swept the Women's Singles, Women's Doubles (with Anna Bright), and Mixed Doubles (with Ben Johns). Her Men's Singles final against former tennis star Genie Bouchard was a highlight, but her dominance was truly on display throughout the event. She's simply in a league of her own! 🌟 2️⃣ Longest PPA Match EVER: Johns & Tardio Win Epic Vegas Final! 🤯 The Men's Doubles Final at the Rate Vegas Cup was an instant classic! Ben Johns and Gabe Tardi...
Post a Comment
Read more