On September nineteenth, pickleball history is marked today by the kickoff of the National Mall of Pickleball 2025, a major free event celebrating pickleball's inclusivity and accessibility at a prominent location in Washington DC. This year, from Friday to Sunday, September nineteenth through twenty-first, pickleball players and fans gather near the Smithsonian Metro Station, just outside of 12th Street Northwest on the National Mall, right next to the United States Capitol and the Washington Monument. The event, themed "Moves That Serve," features eleven temporary courts where pickleball enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels can play, watch pro exhibitions, participate in community matches, and cheer on top duos in the Ultimate Duo Challenge tournament. The event honors pickleball's spirit of connection and fun while showcasing the sport on a national stage in one of the country's most symbolic public spaces. It reflects the rapid growth and widespread appeal of pickleball, which began as a modest backyard game in 1965 and now commands major events on iconic stages. This year's edition expands both in size and scope from previous years, making it an excellent platform to experience pickleball's communal and competitive energy at the heart of America[6][7].
Coincidentally, on this very day in 2024, Major League Pickleball also hosted its first-ever professional tournament in New York City, marking a milestone of the sport’s growing professionalization. These simultaneous major events in the nation’s capital and largest metropolis illustrate how pickleball has evolved from a small invention to a powerhouse sport filled with dynamic competitions and large fanbases across the United States[1].
The creation of the National Mall of Pickleball event ties back to pickleball’s origin story from 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington, when Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum invented the game. Named by Joan Pritchard, the game quickly grew beyond its humble beginnings as a backyard activity, eventually leading to the formation of the United States Amateur Pickleball Association in 1984, the publishing of the first official rulebook, and the introduction of composite paddles. Today, pickleball is played in all 50 states and internationally, making events like the National Mall of Pickleball key moments to celebrate the sport’s enduring culture and community[2][3].
This three-day event is not only a sports competition but also a cultural gathering that reflects pickleball’s foundations: welcoming, accessible, and fun for everyone regardless of age or background. Visitors and players can experience the joy and camaraderie that have fueled pickleball’s remarkable rise in popularity over the past six decades. The event’s location on the National Mall also symbolizes pickleball’s increasing recognition as a mainstream American sport with national significance and a compelling social dynamic[6].
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