Pickleball is a popular sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. It can be played indoors or outdoors, and is enjoyed by people of all ages. If you're new to pickleball, you may be wondering what the dimensions of a pickleball court are.

A pickleball court is a rectangular shape, similar to a tennis court. The dimensions of a pickleball court are 20 feet wide by 44 feet long for singles play, and 30 feet wide by 44 feet long for doubles play. The court is divided in half by a net that is 36 inches high at the sidelines and 34 inches high at the center.

The court also has several other marked areas that are used during play. The service line, which is located 7 feet from the net on both sides of the court, is where players must serve the ball from. The non-volley zone, which is a 7-foot-long area on either side of the net, is where players are not allowed to hit the ball after it has bounced.

In addition to the dimensions of the court itself, there are also dimensions for the pickleball equipment. The pickleball paddle must be a maximum of 15.5 inches long, 8 inches wide, and 1 inch thick. The pickleball itself must be a maximum of 2.935 inches in diameter and 0.935 inches thick.

In conclusion, the dimensions of a pickleball court are 20 feet wide by 44 feet long for singles play, and 30 feet wide by 44 feet long for doubles play. The court is divided in half by a net, and has marked areas for the service line and non-volley zone. The dimensions for the pickleball equipment are also specified. By understanding the dimensions of the court and equipment, you can have a better understanding of the game and be better prepared to play at your local court.  

Updated 12/15/22

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