Portland’s Newest Addition

Pickleball is a sport that is played by the people, of the people and for the people. And nowhere is that more clearly evident than at The People’s Courts, a newly renovated facility located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.

The 48,000-square-foot venue in Portland, Oregon, recently opened to rave reviews and features five indoor and six outdoor pickleball courts, and if that wasn’t enough—which in this day and age usually isn’t—The People’s Courts also offers two “skinny singles” courts and a dinkum court.

“There are several things that differentiate us from anything else that is around Portland. We are the only non-membership indoor/outdoor pickleball facility in Portland,” said Dave Schrott, co-owner of The People’s Courts. “We are also the only pickleball facility in the area that also features a variety of other court offerings in a substantive way. And lastly, there are no other facilities in the area that have the food and beverage offerings we have. Our goal was to create more than a place where people can play pickleball, but for the space to also serve as a fun and friendly environment for a broad range of people and groups to hang out.”

As a year-round entertainment destination, The People’s Courts hosts a variety of open play throughout the week, and for leagues and clinics it has partnered with existing instructors, groups and clubs for the various games. Plans are well underway for tournaments to be played.

One of the on-site restaurants at The People’s Courts is aptly named The Kitchen, a bar and grill serving generous burgers, sausages, salads and rice bowls.

As pickleball continues to explode in popularity, The People’s Courts is reflective of that growth, especially newcomers to the game. “The demographic at our facility is all over the map. The biggest surprise is how many people at TPC are playing pickleball for the very first time. Nearly half of our guests are renting paddles because they do not own their own,” added co-owner Dave Sacks.

Well, the verdict is in, and The People’s Courts has been found guilty of providing pickleball enthusiasts with an exceptional experience!  •