The Ridgewood Blog Brings a Free Market Laissez-faire Point of View to Local, New Jersey State and National Issues.
photo courtesy of Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood, NJ — Did you know August 8th is National Pickleball Day? If you missed it this year, there’s still plenty of time to grab your paddle, round up friends and family, and head to one of Bergen County’s many pickleball courts to join the fun. With sunny weather and an ever-growing community, there’s no better excuse to get out and play!
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Fair Lawn NJ, Pickleball enthusiasts in Bergen County have a new destination to enjoy their favorite sport. The Picklr, a premier indoor pickleball facility, officially opened its doors in Fair Lawn on Saturday, bringing a state-of-the-art playing experience to the area.
Continue reading The Picklr Brings Indoor Pickleball to Bergen County with New Fair Lawn Facility
file photo by Boyd Loving
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Registration for Summer Camp, Tennis and Pickleball, and Graydon Pool (early-bird rate) opens on Tuesday, April 1st at 8:30 am through Community Pass. To prevent registration challenges for Summer Camp, please review and update the CommunityPass account you will be using to make sure that your child(ren)’s information is accurate. Most importantly, please verify that the grade for the current 2024-2025 school year is correct. For more information, visit the Recreation Department webpage.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Leonia NJ, spring is in the air, and that means it’s time to dust off your pickleball paddles, tennis rackets, and golf clubs—because Bergen County’s sports facilities are officially open for the season!
Whether you’re looking to perfect your backhand on the seven county-owned pickleball and tennis courts or tee off at one of six scenic golf courses, there’s plenty of opportunity to get outside and stay active this spring. Continue reading Bergen County Opens Pickleball, Tennis Courts & Golf Courses for Spring 2025!
the staff of the Ridgewood Blog,
Ridgewood NJ, Major League Pickleball (MLP) is on track for profitability and gearing up for new franchise expansion, offering investors a rare opportunity to get involved in America’s fastest-growing sport.
Pickleball, a sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, has been gaining popularity across the United States. Its appeal lies in its accessibility, fast-paced action, and minimal equipment requirements. As this dynamic sport makes its way into communities and recreational centers, it’s also finding a home on college campuses. If you’re passionate about pickleball and eager to introduce it to your college, here’s a step-by-step guide to starting a thriving pickleball program.
Continue reading From Courts to Campus: Starting a Thriving Pickleball Program at Your College
In the cacophony of sports and leisure, an unexpected player has surged to the forefront, wielding a unique appeal that’s turning heads and winning hearts around the globe. Enter pickleball, a delectable blend of badminton, tennis, and table tennis that’s not just a sorry combination of spare equipment in the garage; it’s a full-fledged phenomenon. Today, we take a closer look at why pickleball has become the go-to sport for an increasing number of enthusiasts and why you might want to grab a paddle and join in on the fun.
Continue reading Pickleball: The Latest Craze in Sports and Why You Should Try It
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, the resonating sound of summer in Ridgewood and in Bergen County is “pwock” – the rhythmic collision of a plastic ball and a fiberglass-covered paddle, echoing across city parks, country clubs, and retirement communities.
Continue reading Reducing Noise at the Glen School Pickleball Courts in Ridgewood
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Major League Pickleball (MLP) and the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour have officially merged, establishing a consolidated professional pickleball holding company. The merger, supported by a $50 million investment from SC Holdings and DC Pickleball Team owner Al Tylis, also involves investments from PPA Tour owner Tom Dundon and existing MLP team owners.
Continue reading Major League Pickleball and PPA Tour Announce Merger
Continue reading The Courts Are Finally Open in Samuel Nelkin County Park in Wallington
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, pickleball the fastest-growing sport in America is coming to Upper Ridgewood Tennis Club .
Continue reading Pickleball is coming to Upper Ridgewood Tennis Club
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, after a series of well publicized noise complaints in the Village and elsewhere , including lawsuits and 911 calls, USA Pickleball has announced plans to make the sport quieter — currently in the 70 decibel range, pickleball is about 2x as loud as tennis.
Continue reading USA Pickleball Announces Plans to Make the Sport Quieter
photo courtesy of Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wallington NJ, according to Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco great progress is being made on our ongoing sports courts renovations at Samuel Nelkin County Park in Wallington. This Fall, we are looking forward to new basketball and tennis courts, as well as the addition of pickleball (the world’s fastest-growing sport!) to this south-Bergen gem!
Continue reading Pickleball is Coming to Samuel Nelkin County Park in Wallington
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, since COVID work from home or remote work has become a viable alternative and some would say a necessary alternative to commuting. In April of 2017 a reader suggested that , “The next big shift will be work itself and working from home The technology already exists, but fairly soon we will see major corporations eliminating expensive office spaces where millions of people commute into every day to punch keyboards in buildings located in some of the most expensive places on earth. The cost benefits will drive this, and although there is a reluctance to go in this direction, as soon as one or two major companies start, it will happen quickly due to the obvious savings. This is going to impact public transport and commercial real estate in a big way. Forget about productivity dropping and people pretending to work, modern technology makes everything we do so measurable now, there’s no way you can pretend to work any longer.”
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Woodcliff lake NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco posted on Facebook that ,”Lots of progress on new sports courts across the Bergen County Parks System. Pickleball will be coming to Wood Dale County Park soon!”
Continue reading Pickleball is coming to Wood Dale County in Woodcliff Lake
