Pickleball Tournaments New Bern NC

Find upcoming pickleball tournaments near you in New Bern, NC. Whether you’re a competitive player or just looking to have fun, we can help you find the best tournaments in New Bern, NC.

Local Businesses

The Gym

(252) 672-9305
804 Us Highway 70 E Ste 3
New Bern, NC 28560


Harbour Pointe Golf Course

252- 638-5338
1100 Pelican Dr
New Bern, NC 28560


Courts Plus Fitness Center

(252) 633-2221
2911 Brunswick Avenue
New Bern, NC 28562


New Life Rehab Services

252-672-9303
1202 S Glenburnie Rd
New Bern, NC 28562


Johnnie Ray Kinsey Fitness Ctr

2526374449
1204 S Glenburnie Rd Ste B
New Bern, NC 28562


Curves New Bern Nc

1910 S. Glenburnie Rd., Ste. E & F
New Bern, NC 28562


Courts Plus Fitness Ctr

2526332221
2911 Brunswick Ave
New Bern, NC 28562


New Bern Snap Fitness

252-636-9627
3960 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
New Bern, NC 28562


Liberty Fitness

252-633-1450

New Bern, NC 28560


Twin Rivers Ymca

252-638-8799
100 Ymca Ln
New Bern, NC 28560


Taberna Golf Club Maintenance

252- 636-2817
301 Taberna Cir
New Bern, NC 28562


Gold’S Gym

252-634-9499
3340 Dr M L King Jr Blvd
New Bern, NC 28562


Ladies Workout Express

252-672-8714
3315 Dr M L King Jr Blvd
New Bern, NC 28562


Curves

252-633-3333
1910 S Glenburnie Rd
New Bern, NC 28562


Snap Fitness

(252) 636-9627
3960 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
New Bern, NC 28562


Golds Gym New Bern

(252) 634-9499
3340 Martin Luther King Dr.
New Bern, NC 28560


Curves New Bern

1916 S. Glenburnie Road – Suites 11-12
New Bern, NC 28560


Beyond Fitness

252-638-6163
3340 Dr M L King Jr Blvd
New Bern, NC 28562


Fit & Co

252-638-8337
413 Broad St
New Bern, NC 28560


Liberty Fitness

252- 633-1450
1907 S Glenburnie Rd
New Bern, NC 28562


Pickleball Tournaments FAQ in New Bern, NC

What is the 10 second rule in pickleball?

One of the most forgotten rules of pickleball is the 10 second rule. Once the score has been called, the server has 10 seconds to make their serve. If over that time limit then he/she is called for a fault and lose their serve. Rather simple and it keeps the game moving.

What is the pickleball capital of USA?

East Naples Community Park in Naples, Florida Consisting of 80 courts in total, this facility is home to a world class pickleball event, the U.S. Open Pickleball Championships. Pulling 2,000 players from 47 states and 20 countries, this facility remains the pickleball capital of the world.

Why is it called kitchen in pickleball?

While no one is certain where the name kitchen originates from in pickleball, it is a popular opinion that the term is borrowed from shuffleboard. In shuffleboard, too, there is a kitchen area, where if players land, they face a 10-point deduction.

What age is seniors in pickleball?

A Senior Rated event is open only to players who are 50+. Comment: If a Tournament Director wants to allow players under 50 to play in a Senior Rated event, it then becomes simply a Rated event and must be open to players of all ages.

What is a golden ticket in pickleball?

The USA Pickleball NCS provides the opportunity for amateur pickleball players to compete to earn a Golden Ticket by finishing first in their age and skill division(s) to automatically qualify for the National Championships.

Why is it called pickleball?

Joel Pritchard’s wife, Joan, started to call their game pickleball because β€œthe combination of different sports reminded me of the pickle boat in crew where oarsmen were chosen from the leftovers of other boats.” But according to Barney McCallum, they named the game after Pritchard’s dog, who was (as you might’ve …

What sport is pickleball most similar to?

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, table tennis, and badminton. The court is an abbreviation of a tennis court and net, and the game itself combines rules from a variety of racquet sports. It can be played as singles or doubles, but more commonly played as doubles.

What level is a pro pickleball player?

Pickleball ratings vary from 1.0 to 6.0+, with a 1.0 rating (or skill level) being used for beginner players and a 6.0+ rating (or skill level) being reserved for the very best professional pickleball players.

What is the largest pickleball tournament in the world?

A record number of athletes came to Community Park in East Naples for the largest Pickleball event, The 2022 Minto US Open. Nearly 3,000 players will compete in more than 5,000 matches for the US Open pickleball crown.

What is a golden ticket in pickleball?

The USA Pickleball NCS provides the opportunity for amateur pickleball players to compete to earn a Golden Ticket by finishing first in their age and skill division(s) to automatically qualify for the National Championships.

Do you have to be in shape to play pickleball?

Pickleball is typically played as doubles (with two teams of two), but can also be played one-to-one. The smaller court size makes pickleball easier on the body β€” there’s no need to cover a huge area on foot the way you may need to while playing tennis β€” so athletic prowess isn’t a prerequisite here.

What is the most difficult thing to do in pickleball?

One of the hardest things to do in the sport of pickleball is to keep the pickleball low (while still over the net). A low pickleball will prevent your opponents from being able to go on the offensive with an aggressive shot.

Who is the father of pickleball?

It was invented in 1965 just outside Seattle on Bainbridge Island by three dads – Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum – who, as dads often do, decided to create some summertime fun for their kids.