There’s a new sport catching on in the Lansing area. Its appeal lies in its reliance on physical activity that isn’t too strenuous. Already popular with retirees in the south, pickleball is moving north with indoor play in colder climes.Current State’s Scott Pohl recently spent some time with a pickleball group that meets at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center.
Popularity of pickleball moves north
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The serve in pickleball must be underhand.
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Pickleball is being played at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center three times a week this winter.
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Pickleball is played with a plastic ball and a paddle that resembles a ping pong paddle..
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