News Summary
Bossier City is excited to announce the upcoming opening of The Picklr, a new indoor pickleball facility located at the Louisiana Boardwalk. This venue aims to create a community hub for pickleball players of all ages and skills. Initially launched in Utah, The Picklr has rapidly expanded with plans for features such as memberships, leagues, and open court access. Local officials believe the facility will enhance the region’s sports tourism and strengthen the local economy. Meanwhile, the Caddo Parish Commission is considering a separate pickleball facility in Shreveport, reflecting the growing popularity of the sport.
Bossier City is set to welcome a new indoor pickleball facility named The Picklr. Located at 540 Boardwalk Blvd within the Louisiana Boardwalk, this facility aims to create a vibrant community atmosphere for pickleball enthusiasts of all skill levels and ages. The official opening date for The Picklr has not yet been announced, leaving many in the area eager for further details.
The Picklr initially launched in Uintah, Utah, in 2021 and has rapidly expanded to include over 500 locations worldwide through partnerships with Pickleball, Inc. and retired New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees. The Bossier City location promises to offer a variety of features, including memberships, league play, training sessions, and open court access. The overarching goal of The Picklr is to cultivate a welcoming environment for players, promoting inclusivity while enhancing the local sports scene.
Local officials are optimistic that The Picklr will benefit Northwest Louisiana’s economy. As a new hub for sports tourism, it is expected to attract pickleball players and spectators from near and far, further establishing the region as a destination for active recreation.
In conjunction with the rise of pickleball in Bossier City, the Caddo Parish Commission is exploring the potential development of a separate pickleball facility in nearby Shreveport. A proposal to allocate $10 million for this facility, which would feature 19 regulation courts, was postponed during a commission meeting held on July 3. The proposed site is situated behind the Lash Family YMCA on Ellerbe Road—an organization that has generously donated the land for this new facility.
Currently, there are seven pickleball facilities in the Shreveport-Bossier area, illustrating the growing popularity of the sport. Local leaders, including those in the Parks and Recreation departments, have noted an increasing demand for dedicated pickleball courts, as evidenced by letters of support from various organizations and government entities for the proposed facility in Caddo Parish.
The response to the anticipated expansion of pickleball facilities reflects a broader trend in which other nearby cities are making significant investments in similar venues. This growing interest in pickleball, characterized by its accessibility and community-oriented play, signals a robust future for the sport in the region.
As the Bossier City community awaits the opening of The Picklr, it stands on the brink of experiencing a pickleball renaissance that could enhance local recreation opportunities and foster a sense of community among players of all backgrounds.
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New Indoor Pickleball Complex Opens in Shreveport-Bossier
Additional Resources
- KSLA: Pickleball Facility Coming to Boardwalk in Bossier City
- Wikipedia: Pickleball
- Bossier Press: The Picklr Brings Pickleball Craze to Bossier City
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Pickleball
- KTAL News: Shreveport-Bossier Pickleball Sport Growth
- Google Search: Pickleball Facilities
- The Center Square: Pickleball Development in Louisiana
- Google News: Pickleball in Louisiana
- Be Bossier: Having a Ball – Where to Play Pickleball in Bossier
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