Hillsborough County Boosts Its Pickleball Game: As pickleball continues to capture the hearts of seasoned athletes and casual pickleball players across the country, its popularity is steadily rising in Hillsborough County. This trend has led to significant enhancements at local parks, with the latest improvement being opened in Northdale.
The Grand Opening: A $1.5 Million Commitment
On October 4, Hillsborough County officially debuted its new $1.5 million shade structure, which now covers six brand-new pickleball courts at the Northlakes Sports Complex. Located at 2640 N. Lakeview Drive in Tampa, the courts mark a notable investment in the community’s rapidly growing interest in the sport.
This substantial project saw the renovation of three tennis courts, transforming them into six state-of-the-art pickleball courts. But what truly sets this development apart is the massive 167-by-132-foot steel and aluminum shade structure, designed to enhance player comfort, complete with lighting and bleacher seating for spectators.
Northlakes Sports Complex: A Hub for Sports Enthusiasts
The Northlakes Sports Complex, a sprawling 28-acre pickleball facility, now boasts a total of 14 pickleball courts, making it a destination for fans of the sport. In addition to the pickleball courts, the park includes baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, racquetball courts, a recreation center, and even pet-friendly water stations—truly a versatile space for a wide array of recreational activities.
The recent renovations have also included upgrading the restrooms adjacent to the pickleball courts, further improving the experience for visitors.
Expanding Pickleball Across the County
Hillsborough County’s dedication to pickleball doesn’t stop at Northlakes. With a total of 40 dedicated pickleball courts now available throughout the county, the sport is becoming an integral part of local recreational offerings.
Additionally, many existing tennis courts have been restriped to accommodate pickleball play, reflecting the growing demand from residents for more places to enjoy the sport.
News in Brief: Hillsborough County Boosts Its Pickleball Game
Hillsborough County continues to cater to the growing pickleball community, opening a $1.5 million shade structure on Oct. 4 at the Northlakes Sports Complex in Northdale. The project converted three tennis courts into six pickleball courts and added a massive shade structure with bleacher seating and lighting.
Northlakes now offers 14 pickleball courts, part of the county’s 40-court total. The renovation also included restroom improvements, showing the county’s commitment to providing top-notch facilities for the sport’s rising popularity.
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