In The Kitchen
From One Facility to Many: Rethinking How Pickleball Facilities Operate at Scale
From One Facility to Many: Rethinking How Pickleball Facilities Operate at Scale When David Sloane opened DINX Social Club in Highland Park, Illinois, he knew he had a winning concept. The courts were pristine, the lounge was inviting, and the community was eager to play. But like many new facility owners, he quickly ran into…
How to Turn Summer Membership Changes into Opportunities to Grow
Whatever climate your club is located in, summer months require different programming to keep members engaged. Whether your snowbirds fly back home, indoor players choose the sun and outdoor courts, or visitors frequent your vacation town, it is important to update programming and keep marketing your club and maintain or even grow your revenue. Clubs…
How SPORTIME’s Interclub League Model Drives Revenue and Youth Growth
Pickleball’s social nature lends itself easily to leagues, tournaments and social interaction. However, it is still an individual sport, and quite often, despite most games playing using a doubles format, the sense of a larger team spirit is missing. And while popular with older players, many facilities are working through how to attract, and retain,…
How Warehouse Pickleball Created a Successful Pickleball Community from the Ground Up
In January 2025, Wendy Humphries and her brother opened Warehouse Pickleball in Kensett, Arkansas, 50 miles outside Little Rock, with a love for the sport and a desire to create a welcoming environment for others who loved pickleball too. Now over a year into running the club, Wendy is happy to share what she’s learned…
From Chaos to Courts: How Texarkana Built a 14-Court Future
In Texarkana, Texas, six public pickleball courts revealed a pattern many communities are now experiencing. What started as a simple conversion from aging tennis courts quickly became one of the busiest recreational spaces in the city. Every evening, the courts filled, players waited, and the parking lot overflowed. The demand was obvious, but the experience…
The March/April 2026 Issue is Here!
Click here to view the issue! Dear Club Owners and Operators, There is a version of the pickleball business that looks easy from the outside. Courts are full. Demand is steady. New players keep showing up. It would be tempting to think that success in this industry is simply a matter of keeping the…