Blue Park Pickleball Court Project: The Red Boiling Springs City Council approved building a new pickleball court at Blue Park (Old Lake Park, 56 Old Lake Road) on Thursday, September 11, 2025. The 20×44-foot court will provide a local place for residents to play doubles pickleball. The decision comes after community interest in expanding recreational options in the city.
Pickleball: A Growing Sport
Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. Players use paddles and a perforated plastic ball to hit over a net on a court. The sport has grown in popularity across the country, and Red Boiling Springs residents often travel to Lafayette to play.
Mayor Kenneth Hollis said, “I have seen some people using the tennis court. So why not go down there, (because all it is is a concrete pad) at the Blue Park down there and just put one on it. They have been working on the Walking Bridge across from the tennis court, and while they are here, just go ahead and let them form it up and build a pad, and be done with it? We would have a Pickleball Court and a Tennis Court. We’ve got the money to do it.”
Plans and Costs for the New Court
The motion to build the new court was passed unanimously. Mayor Kenneth Hollis added that residents currently travel to Lafayette to play. George McCrary briefly responded, “Oh, okay.”
According to internet sources, converting a tennis court to a pickleball court usually costs between $5,000 and $10,000. Building a brand new court can cost from $16,000 to over $40,000 depending on materials, site preparation, and amenities like fencing or lighting. The council plans to work with contractor Diego to construct the court at Blue Park.
Benefits for the Community
The new pickleball court will give local players a convenient place to play, reduce travel, and encourage more residents to try the sport. The project also reflects the city’s commitment to responding to community requests and expanding recreational opportunities.
News in Brief: Blue Park Pickleball Court Project
Red Boiling Springs City Council approved a 20×44-foot pickleball court at Blue Park on September 11, 2025. Mayor Kenneth Hollis said the court will let residents play locally instead of traveling to Lafayette. Construction costs may range from $16,000 to $40,000, depending on materials and features.