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From Tennis Courts to Tournament Wins: How Rachael James Became North Carolina’s Top Pickleball Player
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From Tennis Courts to Tournament Wins: How Rachael James Became North Carolina’s Top Pickleball Player

A Detroit kid who played college tennis at UNC Chapel Hill, Rachael James walked away from 20 years of tennis…

Published March 29, 2026 · by Andy Potanin
Building a Better Court Booking Experience: Why Every Empty Court Hour Is Revenue Gone Forever
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Building a Better Court Booking Experience: Why Every Empty Court Hour Is Revenue Gone Forever

Indoor pickleball facilities have the cost structure of a gym and the inventory problem of an airline. Here's how we're…

Published Mar 29, 2026 · by Andy Potanin
The Rise of Pickleball in the Triangle: Why Raleigh-Durham Is Becoming a National Hotspot
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The Rise of Pickleball in the Triangle: Why Raleigh-Durham Is Becoming a National Hotspot

From packed courts to sold-out tournaments, the Triangle area is emerging as one of the Southeast's premier pickleball destinations. Here's…

Published Mar 29, 2026 · by Andy Potanin