According to the Sports and Fitness Industry Association, pickleball is America’s fastest-growing sport. It appeals to players of all levels, and many agree that it is a fun and easy hobby for groups of friends or participants. Reporting a player base of 13.6 million in 2023, this low-impact sport has slowly taken over the nation as more young people turn toward the latest craze. USA Pickleball recognized its birth in 1965. Congressman Joel Pritchard and businessman Bill Bell created the game. Pritchard’s property had a badminton court but no rackets, so they spontaneously decided to use “ping-pong paddles and a perforated plastic ball.” Read the full article on the Collegian website, linked in our bio. Written by Yoleni Paulo Photo by Julia Percy #collegiansports #pickleballislife #rockymountaincollegian #csucollegian #rmsmc #studentmedia #CSURams #csuaggies