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Pickleball takes over Haarlem, popular with disabled athletes: ‘It’s accessible’

Pickleball takes over Haarlem, popular with disabled athletes: ‘It’s accessible’

Pickleball is gaining popularity in Haarlem and across the Netherlands as an accessible alternative to tennis and padel. Bernadette Snijders Blok, chairperson of Pickleball Holland, notes that the sport's light equipment makes it particularly suitable for individuals with mobility impairments. This low-threshold activity provides a rare opportunity for this group to stay active and improve their reflexes.

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