Pickle Ball is On The Rise in Merrill
MERRILL – Local Pickle-Ballers are coming together in an effort to promote the rapidly trending and highly competitive sport. The quick-moving game combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, and was invented in 1965 by three friends in Washington state. Working with the Merrill Parks and Recreation Department, Merrill’s Janet Thompson recently organized several pickleball clinics and a small tournament. Janet shared that they are planning to run one and possibly even two leagues during August and September. More information on becoming a Pickle-Baller in Merrill is available through the city’s…
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