"It really helped anchor the community," Friedman said, reflecting on how playing pickleball during the pandemic created connections among local players and strengthened community bonds.
"It took Friedman a few years to find a space that met his vision of combining sports and a place that serves as a social and networking hub for the community," demonstrating his commitment to creating a meaningful environment.
"The combo of ping-pong, tennis, and badminton is the fastest-growing sport in the United States - the number of 'picklers' has grown by 223.5% in the last three years," highlighting the sport's booming popularity.
"I fell in love with the space at 80 4th St. because it fit the Gowanus community," showing how the location was chosen to resonate with local residents and their lifestyle.
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