Electric City’s First Pickleball Court Opens: Billy Barrett Park in Scranton’s Minooka section has significantly transformed. A ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday celebrated the park’s expansion, which now includes a brand-new tennis court and the city’s first pickleball court. This addition doubles the park’s size, marking a milestone for recreation in South Scranton.
Investing in Community Recreation
The project, which cost more than $190,000, was funded through grants and the American Rescue Plan. According to Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti, these courts address the area’s growing demand for pickleball facilities and tennis facilities.
Key details:
- Total cost: $190,000+
- Funding sources: Grants and the American Rescue Plan
- Location: Billy Barrett Park, South Scranton
A Vision for Pickleball Growth
Mayor Cognetti emphasized the importance of the new amenities, referencing a 2021 park study that highlighted public interest in pickleball. She expressed enthusiasm for the project, noting that it’s just the beginning:
“We have a park study that is from 2021 and it shows that people really do want Pickleball. We have court planned all throughout and we will do more cuttings in the next few months, but here at Billy Barrett in Minooka, in South Scranton, we’re opening the first one. So we’re really excited you could see it looks beautiful and it will be right for the neighborhood. It will make a great destination for lots of folks to come down and play pickleball.” – (Paige Cognetti)
Future Developments on the Horizon
The city has ambitious plans for expanding pickleball infrastructure. In the coming years, 10 courts will be constructed at Nay Aug Park, along with one at Robinson Park on East Mountain.
News in Brief: Electric City’s First Pickleball Court Opens
Scranton’s Billy Barrett Park celebrated its expansion with the addition of a tennis court and its first pickleball court. The $190,000 project, funded by grants and the American Rescue Plan, responds to growing local demand for such facilities. Mayor Paige Cognetti highlighted plans for future courts at Nay Aug and Robinson parks, further solidifying the city’s commitment to recreational growth.
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