Pickleball Stars Mary and Maggie Brascia: During the 2025 Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open in Utah, Mary and Maggie Brascia fulfilled a longtime dream by staying at The Inn at Entrada—the filming location of Disney Channel’s High School Musical 2.
Brascia Family Lives a Disney Dream in Utah
Professional pickleball players Mary and Maggie Brascia made their recent tournament trip even more special by staying at the filming site of High School Musical 2. The location, The Inn at Entrada in St. George, Utah, famously featured in scenes with Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens, has been on their bucket list for years.
“My family and I have known about The Inn at Entrada for a couple years now because we knew this is where the amazing and iconic movie was filmed. And we finally had the opportunity to stay there during the tournament.” – (Mary)
Brascias Are Longtime Fans of the Franchise
The Brascia family’s love for High School Musical didn’t start with this visit. They had already made a road trip stop at East High School in Salt Lake City, the main location of the first movie in the series.
“We’ve gone on road trips through Salt Lake City and stopped at the high school where they filmed. We took pictures in front of the school and did the tour.” – (Brascia)
As Disney Channel fans growing up, Mary and her sisters connected deeply with the movie series.
“My sisters and I all love the High School Musical films. All three of them. I think for me personally, High School Musical 2 is my favorite because I love the summer vibe.” – (Brascia)
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Touring Iconic Movie Locations
Mary Brascia was excited to explore the resort and visit the actual spots where key scenes were filmed.
“I saw the bridge where Troy and Gabriella almost broke up. And the golf course where Troy does the ‘Bet On It’ scene. And of course, I saw the pool where they do the ‘All For One’ number. It was amazing to see all these spots and be where the cast was.” – (Brascia)
Her stay was made even more memorable by one unique detail.
“I actually stayed in the room where Kelsey, the pianist played by Olesya Rulin, stayed. That was really cool to stay in the room where a cast member stayed.” – (Brascia)
Pickleball and Pop Culture Collide
While the movie history drew them to the resort, the Brascias also took advantage of the 12 pickleball courts at The Inn at Entrada.
“We used the courts at Entrada to warm up before each tournament day. The courts were so well done and the atmosphere was awesome. We got to interact with a lot of the members and they were super friendly and welcoming. It looks like they have a good pickleball community at the Entrada.” – (Brascia)
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Scenic Views and Future Plans
The natural beauty surrounding the resort added to the magical experience.
“It was so beautiful having the Red Rocks and Snow Canyon in the background. The sunsets and sunrises were just gorgeous and some of the best views I’ve ever seen. I definitely want to go back.” – (Brascia)
Mary and her family enjoyed their visit so much that they are now planning a pickleball clinic at Entrada.
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A Memorable Return to Red Rock
The Red Rock Open holds special meaning for Mary Brascia—it’s where she earned her first gold medal on tour in 2024. Returning to the event and combining it with a personal bucket list experience made the visit even more unforgettable.
News in Brief: Pickleball Stars Mary and Maggie Brascia
Mary Brascia and Maggie Brascia stayed at The Inn at Entrada, the filming site of High School Musical 2, during the 2024 Black Desert Resort Red Rock Open. While practicing on the resort’s pickleball courts, they also toured iconic movie locations, making it a memorable mix of competition and nostalgia.
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