Submitted by Debby Walters
BALDWIN, WI – Pickleball is alive and well in the Baldwin area. The courts at Millpond Park are used most mornings by members of the Baldwin Area Pickleball Association (BAPA). It is especially gratifying to observe the courts used frequently by people of all ages throughout the day.
If you are unfamiliar with pickleball, it is the fastest growing sport in America. The great thing about the sport is that it can be played by people of all ages. This easy to learn game is a combination of tennis, badminton and ping pong. It is played on a court smaller than a tennis court, with an easy-to-handle paddle and a ball similar to a wiffle ball.
Pickleball players enjoy the game and laugh a great deal. They are glad to introduce others to this fun and social activity. If you are interested in learning to play, go to the Baldwin Area Pickleball Association website for the link to Signup Genius.
Now that school has started, Community Ed/BAPA is offering pickleball play at Viking Middle School on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30 when school is in session. The first date to play is September 4.
Once again, people are requested to use the Signup Genius link found on the BAPA to register to play as space is limited. At Viking, one court is set aside for competitive play while three others are available for beginners through intermediate players.
If you choose to become a member of BAPA, the dues are $10.00. Dues give members access to a storage box with balls, a blower to clean off the courts, and paddles to borrow. Dues are also used for court improvements and replacement balls.
More information about BAPA is found on the website.
