YMCA & Officials Unveil New Pickleball Courts In Downtown Tuscaloosa

City leaders cut the ribbon on a fresh set of pickleball courts in downtown Tuscaloosa as the fast-growing sport continues to spread across the region.

The two new ADA-accessible courts are just outside the YMCA of Tuscaloosa on 13th Street in Tuscaloosa. They'll also feature enhanced lighting and security cameras so players of all ages can feel safe using the courts.

"The YMCA of Tuscaloosa is an organization that consistently meets a standard of excellence that puts our constituents first," said Mayor Walt Maddox. "The YMCA doesn't deliver promises like so many, they deliver services that matter—and the City is proud to be a partner in that mission."

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City Councilman Lee Busby represents District 4, which contains most of the downtown region, and he praised YMCA of Tuscaloosa CEO Jeff Knox for his vision, which helped bring the courts to the area with funding from the city.

"The team Jeff Knox has put on board has been phenomenal and none of this would be here without that team," said Councilor Lee Busby.

Knox was also on site Thursday to help cut the ribbon and officially open the new pickleball courts.

"It's always special when an idea becomes reality—especially one that promotes fellowship and healthy lifestyles," said Jeff Knox. "We are incredibly grateful for our partnership with the City as it allows us to impact more and more of the Tuscaloosa community."

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