Sport
5 December, 2024
Making a racquet in the Shire
RACQUET sports pickle ball and table tennis continue their popularity in Port Douglas with pickle ball also recently arriving in Mossman.
Table tennis kicked off in Port Douglas mid-2022 and continues to be played at the community hall.
A neighbourhood centre spokesperson said they been running the sports with U3A – the University of the Third Age, an organisation run by local community members which offers opportunities to meet like-minded people, sharing knowledge and skills.
“The Tin Shed came on board and sponsored the cost of hire of the hall several years ago. They have also supplied vouchers for use at the Tin Shed for many of the participants of table tennis,” they said.
“We get a mix of skill level with three tables going at the same time playing doubles – with anywhere from 12 to over 20 people playing. We play on Fridays between 1pm and 3pm.
“Pickle ball started in the same hall at the beginning of 2023. We currently have a couple of courts going with a pending move back to the storm surge shelter on the Port Douglas School grounds, hopefully, in February 2025. Come along between 1.30 and 3.30 each Saturday.
“Pickle ball is also played in Mossman at the high school sports centre with a great turn out each Sunday between 9 and 12.”
Badminton has also commenced alongside the Mossman pickle ball group with numbers increasing each week.
“Badminton and beach volleyball are just arriving at the beach near the surf club in Port Douglas,” the spokesperson said.
The sports are run by volunteers who are committed each week to ensuring an enjoyable time is had by locals of all ages and fitness levels.
It’s a great place to meet people and, as a bonus, get some exercise.
If you’re interested in getting involved in racquet sports, you can contact The Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre for more information.
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