What is pickleball? Quick explanation of the popular racket sport that even beginners can start playing right away [No rules/ 1 minute read]

• Court size : Pickleball courts are roughly the same size as badminton doubles courts (6.1m wide x 13.4m long), so they can be set up in a small space. In the United States, where pickleball originated, the surface is the same as a tennis hard court, but in Japan, gymnasiums are still the norm.

• Equipment : Players use a special racket called a "paddle," which is slightly larger than a table tennis paddle, to hit a perforated plastic ball similar to a "wiffle ball."

• Characteristics of play : There are some similarities to table tennis, badminton, and hard and soft tennis, so many people with experience in those sports are now switching over to the sport.

• Scoring : The first player to score 11 points wins. Because of the unique scoring system, the fastest way to learn pickleball is to play with someone who has experience.

• The appeal of pickleball : While many people have experience playing racket sports, the biggest appeal of pickleball is that it is easy for beginners to start playing, regardless of age or exercise experience. It is an easy sport to start playing, and can be enjoyed by family and friends.

• A rapidly growing sport : It has experienced explosive growth, especially in the United States, and is now one of the most popular sports in terms of health, business, and leisure.