Indian pickleball player Aditya Ruhela has praised the 4th IPA Nationals Pickleball Tournament for its impressive organization and state-of-the-art facilities at Bennett University. Speaking at the event, Ruhela expressed his belief that pickleball is poised to become a major sport in India and across the world.
“It’s one of the best in the world. I mean, it’s my dream come true. As a kid, I used to wonder whether we would ever have a pickleball court in a school or university. And here, watching dedicated pickleball courts, it’s very overwhelming. I mean, great work done by Bennett group and congratulations.” – (Aditya Ruhela)
Pickleball: A Growing Global Sport
Ruhela, known for his contributions to Indian pickleball, highlighted the growing impact of the sport globally.
“To be very honest, sports is definitely going to take over every racket sport in the country. Not in the country, but everywhere. You see the impact of this sport having in the US. People are converting their tennis facilities into pickleball and that’s the same going to happen.” – (Aditya Ruhela)
He emphasized the potential for pickleball to flourish in India in a similar fashion.
The Impact on Communities and Health
Ruhela also shared his view on how pickleball benefits players of all ages.
“It’s just because this sport is so overwhelming. It connects the community at the age of 30s and 40s. It keeps you away from bad habit and take you to good ones. And people love this sport. People love the sense of competitiveness at every age. (1:11)” – (Aditya Ruhela)
Inclusive Sport for All
Ruhela spoke about how pickleball provides opportunities for every age group to compete and win medals within their respective categories.
“This sport gives every category, every age group a chance to win a medal in their own age group and on their category.” – (Aditya Ruhela)
A Bright Future for Indian Pickleball
With Ruhela’s support and the backing of institutions like Bennett University, the future of pickleball in India looks bright.
As the sport continues to grow, the IPA Nationals provides an essential platform for players to showcase their skills, and with more advanced pickleball facilities being developed across the country, its popularity is sure to soar.
Looking Ahead
As pickleball continues to captivate enthusiasts of all ages, Ruhela’s enthusiasm and commitment to the sport stand as a testament to its bright future in India.
With the IPA Nationals Pickleball Tournament being a key milestone, the sport’s impact will likely extend beyond the tournament, creating a ripple effect throughout the nation.
News in Brief: 4th IPA Nationals Pickleball Tournament
Aditya Ruhela praised the 4th IPA Nationals Pickleball Tournament for its state-of-the-art pickleball facilities at Bennett University. He highlighted the sport’s potential to grow globally, noting its ability to connect communities and provide opportunities for all age groups to compete.
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