The Power of Pickleball

The Power of Pickleball

The story of America's fastest-growing sport.

NR 2026 · 85 min · ★ 9.0 · Documentary

"The Power of Pickleball" tells the story of a humble game that spread into a cultural phenomenon by bringing people together across generations, backgrounds, and walks of life. Centered on the passionate individuals who helped build the sport from the ground up, the film celebrates pickleball's unique ability to create community, spark joy, and change lives in unexpected ways.

Directed by Alexander Jeffery

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