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History of Pickleball: More Than 50 Years of Fun!

Name: History of Pickleball: More Than 50 Years of Fun!
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Book Synopsis: WINNER National Indie Excellence Awards - 2020

Are you curious about how pickleball came to be or how the sport got such a funny name? Do you know what caused pickleball to become the fastest growing sport in America and what people and events helped spark this growth? Do you wonder how the rules were determined or why the court is the size it is? Be fascinated by the stories of founders Barney McCallum, Joel Pritchard and Bill Bell.

History of Pickleball: More Than 50 Years of Fun! has these answers and many more! Authors Jennifer (daughter/Pickleball Hall of Fame 2019 Inductee) and Beverly (mother/one of the first USAPA Ambassadors) have spent three years researching and gathering stories from pioneers of the sport, as well as pulling from their personal experiences to bring you a fascinating compilation of pickleball history.

Chapter titles include: The Summer of 65; Playing on the Early Courts and Growth; Pickle-Ball, The Corporation; Pukaball – Early Years on Maui; Washington; Trade Shows; The Name (of course!); Paddles; Balls and Nets; Rules; Florida; U.S.A.P.A.; Arizona; Tournaments; Pickleball Around the World; Health Facts; and much more! USA Pickleball endorsement: "A book is as vital to our game as the paddle, ball, net, lines and third shot - Jennifer Lucore and Beverly Youngren have given us the story of our game's history." Enjoy.

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Discover the fascinating history of pickleball with History of Pickleball: More Than 50 Years of Fun! This award-winning book takes you on a journey through time to uncover the origins of this beloved sport. From the funny name to the fastest-growing status in America, you'll learn all about the people and events that shaped pickleball into what it is today.

Authored by Jennifer, a Pickleball Hall of Fame 2019 Inductee, and Beverly, one of the first USAPA Ambassadors, this book is the result of three years of meticulous research and personal experiences. It's a compilation of captivating stories from pioneers of the sport, giving you a firsthand account of the pickleball history.

Chapter titles like "The Summer of 65" and "Trade Shows" will immerse you in the early days of pickleball, while topics such as paddles, balls, and rules will satisfy your curiosity about how the game evolved. With endorsements from USA Pickleball, History of Pickleball: More Than 50 Years of Fun! is a must-have addition to any pickleball enthusiast's collection.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the rich history of pickleball. Order your copy of History of Pickleball: More Than 50 Years of Fun! today and be inspired by the story behind your favorite sport. Order now!

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