Pickleball

Fredericksburg

The Picklr to Open on Plank Road

By Kelly Sienkowski

Updated Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024 — Pickleball fans, grab your paddles: Fredericksburg’s new indoor pickleball facility will open on October 19. The Picklr location at 3700 Plank Road will be open daily from 6 a.m. to midnight.

Owner Jay Sartori said he and his partner Kim have been avid pickleball players for years. They “wanted to create a curated, ‘eatertainment-style’ pickleball club.” Guests will not only be able to play, but also socialize and enjoy great food. Sartori described pickleball as the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., outpacing tennis and golf combined.

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Business

Dill Dinker’s Pickleball: From Pandemic Passion to Manassas Mall Expansion

By Uriah Kiser

Dill Dinker’s Pickleball, co-founded by Denise Richards and her husband Will, emerged from an unexpected but fortuitous shift in their lives. Like many others during the pandemic, the couple searched for ways to stay active and connected while adhering to social distancing guidelines.

After nearly two decades in outside sales, Denise discovered pickleball and quickly fell in love with the game. This passion ultimately laid the foundation for a thriving business that would soon expand nationwide.

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Business

Dill Dinkers Opening at Manassas Mall This Weekend

By Uriah Kiser

More in a press release:

Dill Dinkers, known for its fun, friendly, and welcoming environment where players of all ages and skill levels can play, socialize, and improve their skills, has announced its first flagship location in Virginia will open on Saturday, June 8, in Manassas Mall at 8300 Sudley Rd (Suite A4) across from the Autobahn Indoor Speedway.

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Business

Manassas Mall to Become a Pickleball ‘Dill’-ight

By Uriah Kiser

The upcoming location will feature six indoor courts, along with amenities such as a ball machine, a cutting-edge court reservation system, private event accommodations, and a pro shop. Situated at 8300 Sudley Road in Manassas, the mall will soon house this exciting addition.

Expanding beyond Manassas, Dill Dinkers of Northern Virginia is in the process of establishing its first club in Falls Church. The launch timeline hinges on securing an appropriate venue, with a preference for spaces spanning 15,000 square feet to accommodate six to 12 courts. The fledgling firm is also considering abandoned warehouses, malls, and other mixed-use development spaces, from Fairfax to Fredericksburg.

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Virginia

Virginia among the most pickleball-friendly states

By Amelia Breeden

Press release: “Virginia is among the best states to play pickleball, new study reveals. Virginia is the tenth-best state to play pickleball, with a final score of 55.0 out of 100.”

“Arizona was named the best and Louisiana the worst state for pickleball, due to the state’s rainy weather conditions and lack of indoor facilities.”

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