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Has the Market Peaked for Older Pickleball Players?

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Pickleball has always been a sport for players for any age. But it's possible that trends are now seeing younger people take over the game. RON ESPOSITO

Pickleball has always been a sport for players for any age. But it's possible that trends are now seeing younger people take over the game. RON ESPOSITO

Pickleball has always been a sport for players for any age. But it's possible that trends are now seeing younger people take over the game. RON ESPOSITO

Pickleball has always been a sport for players for any age. But it's possible that trends are now seeing younger people take over the game. RON ESPOSITO

Pickleball has always been a sport for players for any age. But it's possible that trends are now seeing younger people take over the game. RON ESPOSITO

Pickleball has always been a sport for players for any age. But it's possible that trends are now seeing younger people take over the game. RON ESPOSITO

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From The Outside with Scott Green

  • Publication: East Hampton Press
  • Published on: Jul 8, 2025
  • Columnist: Scott Green
Pickleball used to be referred to as the “geriatric Sun Belt sport.” Most of its players were over 50 years old, many in their 60s and early 70s. Three years... more

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