Bend Park and Recreation District and Bend Pickleball Club Partnering to Add Eight New Courts at Pine Nursery Park
Are you a pickleball enthusiast looking for more courts to play on in Bend, Oregon? Well, you’re in luck! The Bend Park and Recreation District and the Bend Pickleball Club are teaming up to add eight new pickleball courts at Pine Nursery Park in northeast Bend. This addition will bring the total number of courts at the park to 24, providing more space for players to enjoy their favorite sport.
Currently, the 16 courts at Pine Nursery Park are a popular spot for pickleball players, with players of all ages and skill levels coming together to practice and compete. However, with the growing popularity of the sport, the demand for court space has also increased. The new courts aim to address this demand and provide more opportunities for players to enjoy the game.
The cost of constructing the new courts is estimated to be around $800,000, with the Bend Park and Recreation District funding half of the cost and the Bend Pickleball Club funding the other half. The club is currently focused on raising the necessary funds for the project through various fundraisers and donations.
In addition to expanding the courts at Pine Nursery Park, the Bend Pickleball Club is also open to the idea of adding courts in other areas of town. However, their primary focus at the moment is on completing the current project and providing more playing opportunities for the pickleball community in Bend.
So, if you’re a pickleball player in Bend looking for more court space to play on, keep an eye out for the new courts at Pine Nursery Park. With the support of the Bend Park and Recreation District and the Bend Pickleball Club, the future of pickleball in Bend is looking bright. Get ready to serve, volley, and score on the new courts coming soon!