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Pickleball encourages inclusion and community growth in Upstate

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:33 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Pickleball encourages inclusion and community growth in Upstate
Summary

Pickleball continues to expand in Upstate with diverse opportunities for all players. Adaptive Pickleball, a nonprofit organization, fosters inclusion by teaching individuals with various challenges how to play. Founded in 2020, the program has grown to 115 play days in 2025 and now operates hubs in Spartanburg, Blue Ridge, and Lexington. The sport's accessibility has contributed to its popularity, attracting participants of all ages and skill levels. For more details or to support, individuals can visit Adaptive Pickleball’s website.

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  • •Pickleball offers recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities.
  • •Adaptive Pickleball teaches individuals with disabilities how to play.
  • •In 2025, the organization hosted 115 play days.
  • •Growing venues include PKL Park and The Picklr in Greenville.
  • •Greenville Pickleball Academy provides programs for all skill levels.
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  • 5:33 PMYahoo Sports — Pickleball plunks across Upstate – with opportunities for all to play
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The sport is part exercise, part sport, part social event and – if you ask its devotees – all fun.

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