The Pickle Lodge just unleashed a monster, completing the full opening of its 17-court indoor pickleball facility near Lunken Airport, and let me tell you, this isn’t your grandma’s backyard game. We’re talking about the full transformation of their Lunken Landing property into a sprawling 60,000-square-foot indoor destination, complete with dining and stadium seating. It officially opened on September 15, 2026, and this is a serious shot in the arm for competitive play.
The Facility Breakdown: Alpha, Bravo, and Serious Spectator Vibes
This place is absolutely stacked, no joke. We’re talking seventeen individually fenced courts, all rocking cushioned surfaces that’ll treat your knees right. But hold up, because two of these bad boys are stadium-style championship courts, named Alpha and Bravo. They’re custom-built to host serious tournaments, epic league championships, and all the showcase events you can dream of. And get this, spectator seating wraps around three sides of each championship court, meaning when the big games are on, it’s gonna get absolutely LOUD! This whole aviation-themed complex used to be the Eastern Hills Indoor Tennis Club, so they’ve clearly transformed this spot since they kicked off the phased opening back in October 2025. It’s not just a facelift, it’s a complete overhaul.
Beyond the Courts: Building a Dynasty for the Sport
But The Pickle Lodge isn’t just dropping a bunch of courts; they’re building an empire, a full-on destination. They’ve already got the Sky Galley Bar pouring, and the hype is real because a brand new Taglio Pizza location is set to open its doors on September 21. That means you can grind on the court, then refuel with some killer pizza right there. Cofounder Mitch Dunn absolutely nailed the vision, saying they “wanted to create something distinctly Cincinnati and different from other pickleball facilities , a place where people could play serious pickleball but also stay, eat, watch matches and socialize.” This isn’t just about showing up to play a quick game, it’s about hanging out, making it an event, a real social hub. Cofounder Joe Frank confirmed that while Alpha and Bravo give that legitimate stage for championship competition, there’s still tons of space for everyone, from the absolute pros to folks just looking for some Open Play. They’re running leagues, clinics, tournaments, corporate events, and programs for players of all skill levels. And get this, Lunken Landing is their *third* large-scale indoor facility, with others already rocking in West Chester and Norwood. Plus, they’ve got the Ohio Pickleball Academy pushing programs for all ages. These guys are serious about growing the game!
With Taglio Pizza opening its doors in just a few days on September 21, the Lunken Landing experience will be fully complete, and man, are we looking forward to seeing what kind of massive tournaments and events this place is going to draw. They’re ready to host everything from corporate events to serious league championships. It’s a huge win for the sport!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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