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Harry Smith Joins Brad Halfacre To Speak On Cookeville Area Pickleball

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Join Brad Halfacre as he sits down with Harry Smith from the Cookeville Area Pickleball community to talk all things pickleball! Harry shares the fascinating history of the sport — how it’s been around since the 1960s, where it started, and how it’s now played in over 70 countries. He breaks down the essential gear every player needs (including why safety glasses make his list!) and explains why pickleball truly is a game for everyone from “9 to 90.” Harry also highlights the brand-new state-of-the-art outdoor courts in Cookeville, the growing demand for indoor spaces during the colder months, and the surprising story behind the sport’s unique name.

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