Five years ago, we discovered pickleball, and it quickly became a major part of our lives. Our physical activity. Our social lives. Our source of endorphins, dopamine, and, most of all, fun. Now, we plan trips around resorts that offer pickleball courts. We talk about paddles and shoes, and what to wear on the court. We discuss how people behaved during our latest open-play session. As two media veterans, this is the side of the sport we share with our readers.

Welcome to Open Play Post, where we share everything that makes pickleball so addictive. The community and camaraderie, the challenge and skill development, and the incredible health benefits that come from movement, socialization, and learning new things. 

At its heart, Open Play Post is a digital media company dedicated to the recreational pickleball player. Founded by Eric Cohen and Joyce Shulman, the team behind the national family media brand Macaroni Kid, Open Play Post delivers smart, helpful, and entertaining content that celebrates the joy, community, and energy of the fastest-growing sport in America. From practical tips to player stories to gear guides and beyond, Open Play Post is where pickleball meets play.