PickleVert Pickleball Ramp Challenge: Connor Garnett and Allyce Jones, members of the Utah Black Diamonds, took part in a fun pickleball activity called “PickleVert” earlier this week at the U.S. Ski & Snowboard USANA Center of Excellence in Park City, Utah. Their visit came just days before Major League Pickleball’s Salt Lake City event in Kaysville.
A new twist on pickleball
“PickleVert” is a creative version of pickleball. Players use a vertical ramp—like those used in skateboarding—to serve the ball. The serve bounces off the ramp, and then the rally begins from there. This new idea caught attention when a short video was shared on Instagram.
The video quickly gained interest on social media. Fans liked how creative and unique the activity looked.
One user, Jen Dial Santoro, commented,
“I’m coaching at a US Ski team camp in October and I will be very disappointed if this not part of the program.”
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Black Diamonds gear up for MLP event
Connor Garnett, Allyce Jones, and the rest of the Utah Black Diamonds are now preparing to compete in The Picklr MLP Salt Lake City tournament. The event begins Thursday in Kaysville, Utah, and brings together teams from across Major League Pickleball.
The fun visit to Park City added a creative and lighthearted moment before a high-level competition.
Why it matters
This playful use of a vert ramp shows how athletes are bringing new energy to pickleball. It also highlights the sport’s growing connection to other athletic communities like skiing and snowboarding.
As the Utah Black Diamonds head into their next match, fans will remember their creative spirit off the court.
News in Brief: PickleVert Pickleball Ramp Challenge
Connor Garnett and Allyce Jones of the Utah Black Diamonds played “PickleVert” on a vert ramp during a visit to Park City, Utah. The clip gained attention on Instagram. The team will now compete at The Picklr MLP Salt Lake City tournament starting Thursday in Kaysville, Utah.
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