SubtleNoodle t1_is2anyc wrote on October 12, 2022 at 7:57 PM

Reply to comment by Cichlidsaremyjam in CBS' Celebrity Pickleball Tournament Players Include Emma Watson, Jimmie Allen, Kelly Rowland and Others by PetyrDayne

I’m like 80% certain it was popularized by old folks who couldn’t run enough to play tennis or racquetball.

bikemandan t1_is3ldcj wrote on October 13, 2022 at 1:22 AM

Its a fun game, you should try it (and for the record, Im under 40)

I think its gained popularity because pretty much anyone can play and can be quick to learn. Public courts are generally very welcoming also, can just show up and start playing with whoever is there. I grew up playing tennis (and still do) and I enjoy the casual and social nature of pickleball

samspopguy t1_is3zvt9 wrote on October 13, 2022 at 3:14 AM

This is 100 percent it

Dream_A_LittleBigger t1_is3r7h3 wrote on October 13, 2022 at 2:05 AM

That’s 100% exactly what it is.

It’s old Boomers on bad knees and their generations of children and grandchildren that are either too fat or unathletic, or both, to play regular tennis.

hangryhyax t1_is3yr7c wrote on October 13, 2022 at 3:04 AM

Or maybe it’s just people playing a different game, some of whom couldn’t care less about tennis. Jesus, what a sad, bitter comment.

ryanfederer t1_is3xk1b wrote on October 13, 2022 at 2:55 AM

Plenty of of people play. It's fun and completely different than tennis.