New Pickleball Courts Open Near South Brunswick

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — If you love pickleball and are looking for a court, this could come as good news for you.

Six new pickleball courts have opened at Thompson Park, Monroe, a short drive from South Brunswick.

The courts were opened by Middlesex County. Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S.

It was created in 1965, and combines many of the elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong.

Middlesex County Commissioner Charles E. Tomaro said the courts are "excellent additions” to the park.

“We’re proud of our County Parks and the opportunities they provide for Middlesex County residents to enjoy the outdoors,” he said.

The new pickleball courts were created from two former tennis courts.

The courts open at sunrise and are equipped with lights, so play can continue until 10 pm.

The new courts are part of a larger renovation of athletic courts at Thompson Park, which is the largest developed park in the County Park System.

The renovations also included the resurfacing and renovation of two tennis courts, four basketball courts, and one handball court.

For more information, you can visit the county park system website, http://www.middlesexcountynj.g...