With the addition of new uncovered courts and the new Sam Bailey Pickleball Pavilion, Opelika continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the premier pickleball destinations in the Southeast. The expansion adds valuable court capacity for daily play while creating even more opportunities to host large-scale tournaments and events that bring visitors, athletes and families to our community.
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This matchup brings the global game to one of the most iconic and high-energy venues in college athletics, putting Jordan-Hare in the spotlight on an international stage. As part of the “Road to 26” series, the event places Auburn in the middle of the sport’s growing momentum across the United States.
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Long before wheelchair handball had a national team, Auburn-Opelika was helping write the story of handball competition in the United States. In 2013, USA Team Handball established a residency program in the area, creating a hub for elite training and competition through Auburn University.
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A Sportcation combines competition with experience. It is the idea that a tournament can also feel like a getaway, offering athletes and families something meaningful beyond game time.
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Auburn‑Opelika’s disc golf courses do far more than host tournaments. In August alone, players logged 458 rounds and 681 hours across Tumble Tree DGC, The Rock at Spring Villa, and The Graveyard at Spring Villa, which equals about 1,974,260 steps and 1,504 km or 935 miles of walking, a clear signal of healthier daily activity and time spent together on the course.
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