Smashing Success: The Unstoppable Rise of Pickleball in the U.S.

What began as a casual backyard game in the 1960s has now transformed into one of the fastest-growing sports in America. Pickleball, a hybrid of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, is captivating players across generations and fueling a new wave of social, recreational, and economic activity nationwide. With the pickleball equipment market estimated to reach $702.9 million in 2025 and projected to surge past $1.8 billion by 2032, the game isn’t just gaining popularity it’s becoming big business.