Overcrowding At Morris Pickleball Courts Prompt Concerns: Mayor

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ - Rules around the Ginty Pickleball Courts at Morris Township are slated for review following reports of overcrowding and inappropriate player behavior, officials said.

“Ever since they were installed, our Pickleball Courts at Ginty have been incredibly popular,” Morris Township Mayor Mark Gyorfy said in an email newsletter to residents. “With the high volume of players, problems of overcrowding have become common, as well as concerns with player behavior.”

Gyorfy said that, following feedback from resident pickleball players, the local parks and recreation department and Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will be working to establish a registration system for the 2023 season.

The rules and regulations of the courts will also be reviewed, Gyorfy said.

“Residents will have the opportunity to register through Community Pass for a minimal fee; guest passes will be made available for each resident registrant,” the newsletter reads. “Registrations for non-residents will open after the resident application period has ended and will include a $175 fee with no guest passes.”

More details will be shared closer to the 2023 season, Gyorfy said. Related: Why Pickleball's Taking Over Your NJ Town: 5 Things To Know