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Sports Take: Why pickleball has emerged as Baylor students’ go-to sport

By Cal Logan | Reporter

We all know and love the revenue sports like football and basketball, but pickleball has become a popular sport to play, especially among college students. It’s easy to learn and great to play with friends, and it doesn’t require God-given talent or athleticism in order to perform at a high level.

Don’t believe me? Listen to these testimonials from Baylor students.

“Pickleball is super accessible,” Waco freshman Matthew Shirley said. “The barrier for entry is so much lower than similar sports. A paddle and ball is all you need.”

Pickleball is a sport that truly anyone can get the hang of.