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Now-Open NJ Pickleball Venue Billed As 'Largest In Northeast'

The Mercer County venue offers players 19 indoor pickleball courts, a kitchen and a bar.

ROBBINSVILLE, NJ — Pickleball lovers and aficionados in the Garden State now have another place to play following the opening of a venue billed as the largest pickleball facility in the Northeast.

The Robbinsville Pickle House, located at 153 W. Manor Way, first opened in October in the building that used to house Mercer County's Robbinsville Fieldhouse sports center. The 60-000-square-foot venue offers visitors 19 indoor pickleball courts, a restaurant and a bar.

“Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, The Pickle House welcomes you to experience pickleball like never before," owner Christopher Vernon told the Asbury Park Press in April.

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Pickleball has been the fastest-growing sport in the United States for the last three years, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) Topline Participation Report.

According to the report, pickleball participation has grown 51.8 percent from 2022 to 2023 and 223.5 percent in three years, with every single age group seeing increased participation.

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"The remarkable growth in pickleball participation highlights the sport’s widespread appeal and the enthusiasm it generates across all age groups," Alex Kerman, senior director of research and business operations at the SFIA, said in a statement. “As we continue to support this rapid expansion, our priority is to ensure that pickleball remains accessible and enjoyable for everyone, fostering a thriving community of players."

The Robbinsville Pickle House is open from 4-9 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, and from noon until 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Learn more about the venue online.

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