Finding Local Clubs
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Chicago's 100-Court Push and Medford's 19-Court Complex: What the 2026 Facility Boom Means for Rec Players
Pickleball courts in U.S. cities have surged from about 420 to 3,182, yet 2026 players still face long waits. See why peak-hour demand, private clubs, and uneven public access keep the pickleball court shortage alive—and what mid-sized cities like Chicago, Denver, and Medford should do next.