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For the third year in a row,Pickleball is Americasfastest-growing sport.

Butpickleballisnt just for the geriatric anymore.

The activity has crossed generations and state lines, igniting a nationwide obsession.

Rally Pickleball

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Just look at these pickleball courts popping up across the South.

Toon Town recently put itself on the map witha viral video garnering over 17 million views.

Stay to wet your post-pickle whistle at the 3,500 square foot lounge, The Toon Saloon.

Toon Town Pickleball

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Expect to find your typical pub fare alongside healthy options like bowls and salads.

In addition to pickleball courts, theres an arcade, ping pong, cornhole, and board games.

The weekly leagues draw community members here for regular socializing.

Chicken N’ Pickle

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Local pickleball staff pros are available for lessons, classes, kids camps, clinics, and privates.

The coral and turquoise courts are joyful, inviting, and unintimidating for first-time players.

In the afternoon, the space is a popular co-working spot and lunch venue.

Crush Yard Pickleball

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But its the diverse entertainment that draws a crowd to this chain.

Kick back with your friends at the Rooftop Bar, Biergarten, or Cornhole Yard.

Sixteen indoor courts are available for rent by the hour.

Sip & Pickle

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Wash it down with beverages like the Spicy Watermelon Margarita, Espresso Martini, or signature Pickle Shots.

A large outdoor courtyard offers extra places to relax on lounge furniture or play corn hole and ping pong.

Dine on burgers made with Texas beef and freshly baked buns from the onsite bakeshopDoughregardes.

Pickle and Social

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Sip on cocktails mixed with sparkling Topo Chico or pitchers of local beers.

Become a member if youre local to Richmond, or drop in as a non-member for open pod-play.

ppbrva.com, 8641 Quioccasin Rd, Henrico, VA 23229

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