As pickleball continues its rapid rise in popularity across Central Florida, Ocoee city leaders are set to decide Tuesday whether to move forward with a proposal for a large new pickleball complex that has drawn both enthusiasm and concern from nearby residents.

The Squeeze and the rest of the MLP will play at ESPN Wide World of Sports this weekend.

Signs outside the former JOANN fabric store near Seminole Towne Center Mall in Sanford signal that a Diadem Pickleball Complex, or DPC, is “coming soon.”

Hamlin House has opened in Orlando’s SODO District as a private club built around pickleball, dining and an all day hangout atmosphere.

The rapid “pop” of pickleball paddles — a signature sound of one of the nation’s fastest-growing sports — is now at the center of a growing dispute in The Villages.

A Volusia County couple faces charges after allegedly getting into a fight with their pickleball opponents at a country club, according to the sheriff’s office.

It’s been called the fastest-growing sport in the country.

A new park in New Smyrna Beach featuring a combined pickleball facility and off-leash dog run is set to open soon.

Now is the time many Pickleball fans have been waiting for. The 2025 Major League Pickleball season is kicking-off in Central Florida.

Pickleball continues to be the fastest growing sport in America. For the last three years combined Pickleball has spiked 223 percent, with every age group seeing a jump in participation according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. The popularity is increasing demand for Pickleball courts and indoor sports facilities across the nation and in Central Florida.

According to a media release, The Fort spans nine acres and features 43 courts, including 14 weatherproof courts, a lakeside entertainment complex, dining and retail.

A former state employee who said he leaked information about the plans to build golf courses and hotels in Florida’s state parks has apparently been fired.

Does American tennis have a pickleball problem.

Facing widespread opposition across the political spectrum, Gov. Ron DeSantis’ plan to develop state parks with business ventures such as golf courses and large hotels has hit a snag.

The state Department of Environmental Protection has pushed back a series of meetings about a controversial proposal.

Future visits to some of Florida’s state parks could include getting in 18 holes of golf or playing pickleball.

Elevated pickleball concept coming to Orlando

Facility will feature eight fully-fenced, solid surface courts, locker rooms, private event space and a fully loaded pro shop.

Eight new pickleball courts are now open and ready for play in Orange County.

Orlando has been crowned the top foodie and sports business city in the U.S. and a new venue is being built nearby to highlight this.

The new pickleball courts will open at Downey park on May 28.

Orlando Squeeze held an exhibition match in front of over 650 fans at USTA National Campus in Orlando.

The Ocoee City Commission pared down an ambitious proposal for a massive pickleball complex at Jacob Nathan Boulevard off West Colonial Drive

A maintenance man was led away from a Naples-area pickleball court in handcuffs after deputies say he threatened players while wielding a machete.

It’s been almost a month since Winter Springs cut the ribbon on its new pickleball complex at Central Winds Park, and the city says its success has exceeded their expectations.

Construction on a 40,000 square-foot, two-story pickleball facility in The Villages is halfway there.

Sumter County leaders approved a plan for a new resort in Sumter County this week, provided certain conditions are met.

Doctor with Orlando Health explains the health benefits of pickleball

The Orlando Squeeze won their first Major League Pickleball championship title in September of 2023.

Ocoee is the latest city to announce plans for a pickleball facility — and this one is going to be massive.

Pickleball is coming to Winter Springs in a big way.

The two-day pickleball tournament benefits Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida.

Facility is projected to open in fall 2024

The city of Winter Garden is celebrating 10 years of pickleball by throwing a three-day celebration at Veterans Memorial Park.

Former owner of Barberella purchased an indoor pickleball complex when his nightclub was forced to close due to COVID-19.

The wiffle-like balls in pickleball can't be recycled and often end up in landfills, but a local organization is leading a recycling effort.

The pickleball craze has found a brand new home in Winter Springs.

Pickleball players from Florida and throughout the country are in Volusia County for the launch of an exclusive competition for players 40 and above.

The city of Winter Park plans to start banning gas-powered leaf blowers for good this summer — but that could get pushed back.

Orlando Squeeze and the Orlando Solar Bears team up for Pickleball Night on March 1

Quick overview of how the game is played.

Grab your paddles. Here are some of the most popular places to play pickleball in Central Florida.

The 2024 AARP U.S. Champions Cup is at Pictona at Holly Hill Feb. 1-4

Professional pickleball teams from all over the country, including the Orlando Squeeze, are competing in the Major League Pickleball tournament this weekend.

I soon began to wonder what was the deal with this sport -- and why were people becoming so obsessed with it?

In the same week as the Superbowl, it's pickleball that is popular in Holly Hill.