With plenty of space to build new courts and a vibrant sports culture, Texas is unsurprisingly becoming a major pickleball stronghold alongside California and Florida. In TeachMe.To’s Pickleball 2023 Annual Report, we round up the top cities for pickleball in Texas, spotlighting areas that have made significant strides in promoting and expanding the sport.
Top Pickleball Cities in Texas
Coaching is a big part of uncovering pickleball's popularity in any given location — after all, well-trained coaches are the backbone of nurturing talent and developing community interest in the sport.
The percentages listed here represent the proportion of TeachMe.To pickleball coaches in each specific city or area in Texas in relation to the total number of coaches throughout the state. This approach provides a nuanced view of pickleball's rise across Texas, illustrating not just the presence of the sport but also its growing appeal and integration into various communities.
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Key Insights Into Texas' Top Pickleball Cities
Austin: The Leading City in Texas for Pickleball
Austin, with 11.83% of Texas' pickleball coaches, stands out as the state's leader in pickleball. This prominence is not just in numbers but also in the city's active involvement in the sport.
For instance, the World Pickleball Tour organizes round-robin style events, like the WPT Austin Challenger II, offering players multiple matches and a chance to win invitations to high-stake championship events.
Houston's Steady Growth
Houston holds a significant spot in Texas' pickleball scene with 6.45% of the state's coaches. The city offers a range of pickleball courts, including dedicated public outdoor and indoor facilities at Bear Creek Pioneers Park, Townwood Community Center, and Fonde Recreation Center.
San Antonio and Dallas County: Emerging Strongholds
San Antonio and Dallas County, each with around 5.38% of Texas' pickleball coaches, are emerging as strongholds for the sport.
Dallas, for example, held the USA Pickleball National Championships. With over 3,500 amateur and professional players, this event marked a 50% increase in participation compared to 2022, making it the largest in the sport's history. It’s a testament to the state's capacity to host large-scale tournaments and cater to a growing base of pickleball enthusiasts.
Fort Worth and Smaller Cities: Significant Contributors
Cities like Fort Worth, Collin County, and Tarrant County, each with significant percentages of Texas' pickleball coaches, play a crucial role in the spread of pickleball. While smaller than major urban centers, these areas are instrumental in popularizing the sport, demonstrating its widespread appeal across Texas.
Texas' pickleball scene is a vivid reflection of the sport's growing appeal and the state's commitment to nurturing it at various levels. From hosting national championships to local tournaments, Texas is rapidly becoming a key player in the national pickleball scene.
For more detailed insights into Texas' pickleball scene in 2023, including data and its comparison to other states, visit the TeachMe.To Pickleball 2023 Annual Report.