Manchester’s new pickleball and tennis courts are ready to go.
That’s City of Manchester Parks and Rec Director Doug Foley, who says they’ve been working on this project at Tirrill Park since last year.
The new courts replace the old tennis courts that were at Tirrill Park for years.
Pickleball has become a popular sport in Manchester and area-wide these last couple years. It’s a paddleball sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis, with two or four players using paddles to hit a ball – similar to a wiffle ball – over a net. And it’s a game all ages have been enjoying.
The courts are first come, first served – no reservations will be taken. If people are waiting to play, please limit your playing time to one hour. If you need pickleball paddles or balls, 5K Sports & More in Manchester has them.
Foley says there is still a little bit of work to do around that area – they need to get the grass growing and put up some tables so people can sit and watch – but the courts are ready to go, so get out there and enjoy it!
photos courtesy of City of Manchester
