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‘State-of-the art’ pickleball facility coming to South Florida

World’s first pickleball stadium opening in Fort Lauderdale in 2024

The Fort features 43 professional pickleball courts and the world’s first dedicated pickleball stadium. The state-of-the-art facility is perfect for both casual and competitive players. Experience open and reserved play, clinics, leagues, tournaments, or simply enjoy watching touring pros train up close. Rain or shine, 14 courts are weatherproof, ensuring uninterrupted play. With an on-site pro shop, locker rooms, and a post-play recovery center, we promise an unparalleled pickleball experience. (Hand-out, Courtesy: The Fort)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Pickleball aficionados will soon have a chance to visit the world’s first pickleball stadium, right in their own backyard.

According to a media release, The Fort is partnering with the city of Fort Lauderdale to build a brand new venue where pickleball players can choose from 43 professional courts and even experience the world’s first pickleball stadium.

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The Fort is expected to break ground near Fort Lauderdale International Airport within Snyder Park. It is expected to include a 4,000 sq. ft. event space, 14 weatherproof courts, live music and food and drinks.

Fort Lauderdale’s Mayor Dean Trantalis expressed his enthusiasm with the public-private partnership to build the new facility.

“This collaboration showcases the incredible possibilities that arise when the public and private sectors work together for the benefit of our community, creating more than 100 jobs and making a significant economic impact on our city; aligning perfectly with Fort Lauderdale’s commitment to be a world-class live-work-play city.”

The grand opening for The Fort is expected sometime in 2024.

For more information, click on this link.


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