Idle pickleball courts during off-peak hours present both a challenge and an opportunity. Over my years working with sports facilities, I’ve seen firsthand how creativity and community-focused programming can transform slow times into some of the most rewarding hours on your schedule. To stand out and maximize your facility’s potential, here are three impactful strategies to fill your courts, boost revenue, and engage your community:
The popular phrase “A little competition never hurts anyone” rings true in many sports including pickleball. As your club grows and players gain skills it’s only natural that members will want to see how they stack up against the competition.
For 11 years Pickleball Omaha has been connecting residents with the sport of pickleball and so much more. The club helps over 1,000 members keep dinking with leagues, tournaments, open play and social gatherings. We spoke with Justin ‘JD’ Drake, President of Pickleball Omaha, to hear his tips and tricks on growing successful tournaments.
