Pickleball originated in the United States in 1965, and its founders called it "Pickleball." Due to its low cost, ease of learning, and high entertainment value, the sport has rapidly gained popularity worldwide. The inaugural Pickleball Grand Slam tournament at the 2025 Australian Open further enhanced the sport's influence.
As a net-based competitive sport, the standard dimensions of a pickleball court are approximately 13.41 meters × 6.10 meters, suitable for both singles and doubles matches. Except for the lines, it is similar to a doubles badminton court. The sidelines are approximately 91.44 centimeters high, and the center line is approximately 86.36 centimeters high. The court has two service areas and a non-volley area.
The pickle racket resembles a large ping-pong racket. The sum of the racket's length and width must not exceed 60.96 centimeters, and the racket length must not exceed 43.18 centimeters. There are no restrictions on the racket's thickness or weight. The ball, approximately 74 millimeters in diameter, is made of perforated plastic with evenly distributed round holes on its surface; the number of holes varies depending on the usage scenario.
Due to the ball's slow flight speed and rhythm, beginners can easily pick it up. Peakball boasts a comprehensive game system with diverse formats and scoring methods, including 11-point, 15-point, and 21-point systems per game.
When serving, participants must hit the ball with the bottom of their racket, and the ball must land in the opponent's diagonal service court to be valid, similar to badminton. Furthermore, the specific "double bounce principle" and non-volley zone rules make the game highly strategic, testing players' positioning, movement, and timing of the shot.
Peakball requires minimal equipment and has a strong social aspect. The choice of venue is also relatively flexible; badminton courts, tennis courts, and even synthetic running tracks can be converted into peakball courts, which has accelerated the sport's popularity in schools and communities.
