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Public parks installing pickleball courts might seem like small potatoes next to the existing tennis and basketball courts, but trust us, the economic impact is huge. Take Grand Rapids, for example. With local pro Andrea Remynse Koop championing the cause, the Beer City Open—initially a fundraiser to spruce up local courts—has transformed into a major community asset. Since its 2018 debut, this pickleball tournament has not only improved local facilities but also pocketed a cool $2.4 million in economic impact this year. The event scored 1,357 hotel nights and welcomed over 7,000 spectators for the Major League Pickleball Mid-Season Championship, broadcasted on ESPN 2. Local restaurants, hotels, and businesses? They’re cashing in big. With pickleball’s popularity only climbing, expect these figures to keep rising. This segment is proudly brought to you by The Dink Pickleball Newsletter. https://lnkd.in/evGvuHtG