Does not require too much technique or physical strength like tennis, badminton... Pickleball has simple rules that are easy to learn. Therefore, since being introduced to Vietnam, Pickleball quickly became a trend, attracting a large number of players of all ages.
According to the reporter's research , Pickleball has 2 playing formats, including: singles (2 people) and doubles (4 people). In which one person will use a racket to serve and pass a Pickleball ball through a 0.86m high net to make the opponent foul or unable to catch the ball (many similarities to table tennis, badminton and tennis). .
In Pickleball, short shots are often used, without too much force. One-piece Pickleball rackets resemble table tennis rackets, made from lightweight materials such as composite or graphite. The ball is made from high-quality plastic, weighing from 20 to 26 grams, creating a comfortable feeling when playing.
Mr. Nguyen Van Dai (Pickleball Coach in Thai Nguyen City) said that the affordable cost advantage is also the reason why Pickleball attracts a large number of players.
According to Mr. Dai, if an amateur player is just starting out, he only needs to buy a mid-range racket and a pair of sports shoes to participate in this sport.
"There are many types of rackets from a few hundred to high-end rackets from 1 to 7 million VND. Balls cost from 50 to 70 thousand VND/ball, and can take 4 to 5 days to break. Court rental fees are also There are many hourly prices, ranging from 100 - 200 thousand VND/hour.
If you invest in hiring a coach, it will be by hour or course. In Thai Nguyen, the average is from 2 million to 2.5 million/10-session course," Mr. Dai said.
According to Mr. Dai, if we calculate the lowest cost to play Pickleball, we invest about more than 600,000 VND for equipment such as rackets, shoes, and balls. In addition, there are yard rental costs. With the advantages of being easy to play and affordable, Pickleball is attracting players of many ages.
With 5 years of experience playing tennis, Ms. Nguyen Thi Hoa (Tan Thinh ward, Thai Nguyen city) did not take long to get acquainted with Pickleball.
According to Ms. Hoa, beginners only need 2 or 3 sessions to get acquainted with Pickleball. If you have a background in playing tennis or table tennis, it will be easier to get into the rhythm. The cost is not too high so this subject is suitable for many ages and people with different economic conditions.
"Before, I played tennis but it was very physical. Since learning about Pickleball, I have been very passionate. The rules and techniques are quite simple, so I quickly got used to it.
I'm new to Pickleball, so I invested in a mid-priced racket and a pair of sports shoes so I can play on the field for a long time. The cost is reasonable so there are currently many people participating. With many advantages, this sport will develop in the coming time," said Ms. Hoa.
Pickleball was born in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington (USA). This is a sport that combines tennis, badminton and table tennis.
Pickleball was introduced to Vietnam in 2018. However, in the past 2 years this sport has quickly created a fever, attracting a large number of participants. Pickleball is suitable for people with dexterity and agility in small spaces.
