Miami-Dade County, in partnership with the City of Miami Gardens, officially broke ground on six new pickleball courts Wednesday.
The courts, just off 32nd Ave., are part of a push by city leaders to expand recreational options and give residents access to one of the fastest-growing sports in the country.
Pickleball, which blends elements of tennis and ping-pong, is known for being easy to learn and welcoming for players of all ages.
“We wanted to get ahead of it a little bit and put pickleball courts here in a predominately diverse city,” Mayor Rodney Harris said at the ceremony. “We wanted to make sure our residents have the opportunity to participate in a sport like pickleball,” he said.
Sports Surfaces, a nationwide sports construction contractor, will oversee the project.Â
City officials say construction is expected to take roughly 18 months.
