USA Pickleball Tournament in Greensboro: The USA Pickleball Golden Ticket tournament will start on Wednesday at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex in Greensboro, North Carolina. This is the city’s first major pickleball event and is expected to attract thousands of players and fans. The tournament runs from May 28 to June 1.
Greensboro Becomes a Pickleball Hub
The Greensboro Area Convention & Visitors Bureau bought new portable pickleball courts to help host the tournament. Sarah Lanse, a representative from Visit Greensboro, said the bureau approved buying more than 30 courts last year.
“Last year, the board of the convention and visitors bureau approved the purchase of the courts, and we have more than 30 of them.” – (Sarah Lanse)
“Two dozen or so are out here for this competition, but having more will allow us to hold even bigger events as we grow this sport here in Greensboro.” – (Sarah Lanse)
Boost to Local Economy
Officials believe large events like this will help Greensboro’s economy. Visitors coming for the tournament will use local hotels, restaurants, and the airport, bringing money to the city. The new courts have also helped make the Greensboro Coliseum one of the biggest pickleball venues in the country.
Growing the Sport in Greensboro
The tournament is a step toward making Greensboro a top place for pickleball in the U.S. With more courts and bigger events planned, the city hopes to attract even more players and fans in the future.
News in Brief: USA Pickleball Tournament in Greensboro
Greensboro hosts its first major pickleball tournament, the USA Pickleball Golden Ticket, from May 28 to June 1. New courts purchased by the Greensboro Area Convention & Visitors Bureau help make the Coliseum a top pickleball venue. The event is expected to boost local business and tourism.