What is Pickle Ball and Why is it becoimg so popular in India?

What is Pickle Ball Game?

It is a type of a court game typically played with 2 or 4 players. Its a mixture between table tennis, lawn tennis and badminton. It's played on a badminton-sized court with a low net, using paddles made of lightweight materials (similar to ping-pong paddles) instead of rackets and use a ball which has holes in it.

Why is Pickle ball becoming famous in India?

Pickleball is a fun and easy game to play, perfect for all ages and fitness levels! It's a low-impact sport that's less demanding than tennis, making it a great choice for families and seniors. Some Bollywood celebrities have been seen playing pickleball, which has attracted the attention of people. Few pickleball organizations are partnering with local clubs and gyms to introduce the sport, so dont be surprised if your locality sprouts with a Pickle Ball Sports.

How to play Pickle Ball Game?

1. The objective of the game is to hit the ball in such a way that your opponent cannot return it.
2. Pickle Ball can be played with two players (singles) or four players (doubles).
3. A Pickle Ball (a plastic ball with holes, similar to a wiffle ball), a net (similar to a badminton net, but 36 inches high in the center), pickle ball paddles made of lightweight material
4. Players take turns hitting the ball across the net. The player who serves is determined by a coin toss or some other agreed-upon method.
5. A game of Pickle Ball begins with a serve. The server stands behind the right service court and hits the ball diagonally to the opponent's side. The ball must clear the non-volley zone (NVZ) and land in the opponent's court.

6. Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) is area on both sides of the net extending 7 feet from the net to the sidelines. Players are not allowed to make volleys in this zone; they must let the ball bounce first.
7. A game is won by the player who first wins 11 points, unless otherwise agreed upon.
8. If a team reaches 10 points and leads by two or more points, it's declared the winner (called "advantage").
9. Faults: A fault occurs when the server hits the ball out of bounds, into the net, or beyond the service line. The opposing team scores a point on a fault.
10. Pickle Ball Rules: (a)layers can hit the ball up to three times before it must be returned by their opponent. (b) If the pickle ball lands in the NVZ and is touched before being volleyed back, it's considered a fault.

Those who feel that badminton or tennis is a fast paced laborius game can benefit from this. Pickle Ball paddles are genrally smaller and lighter than tennis and badminton rackets. So join the latest wave and learn to play pickle ball with your kids and parents.