Pickleball features a friendly social environment and supportive atmosphere, played on a surface the size of a miniature tennis court. Simple to learn and easy to advance, Pickleball sets the stage for an inclusive, fun, and respectful experience, while retaining a competitive edge. Whether singles, doubles, round robin play, or tournament play, Pickleball is a fast moving sport that has something for everyone. Pickleball stands at an intersection of expanding recreational and sports facilities for Efrat residents, with intergenerational interest spanning from school-age children through to active retirees.
Scope and Impact
Pickleball is one of the largest growing sports in the world, and Israel is making its mark:
– Pickleball has been included as a new sport in the scheduled Maccabiah games in the Summer of 2026.
– Israel won 1 gold and 2 silver medals in the 2025 Pickleball World Cup competition in Florida.
– There are approximately 100 active players in the Efrat area playing on temporary, marked-up and shared court spaces.
– In partnership with the Efrat Matnas Community Center, and with a subsidy commitment from Israel’s Ministry of Culture and Sport.
– After-school kid club/chugim planned.
