UConn Pickleball Partners with Ellington Racquet Club

Uconn Pickleball at Ellington Racquet Club

Ellington, CT — UConn Club Pickleball has officially partnered with Ellington Racquet Club (ERC), selecting the facility as its home base for competitive matches.


The partnership establishes ERC as the central pickleball place for UConn’s rapidly growing pickleball program, providing a dedicated space for collegiate-level play and expanding access to high-quality facilities for players and spectators alike.


In addition to hosting UConn’s upcoming match schedule, the partnership will include collaborative events such as instructional pickleball clinics. These clinics will be led by UConn players and offered at ERC throughout the season, providing an opportunity for community members and club players to develop their skills under the guidance of top collegiate talent.


UConn Pickleball’s presence at ERC reflects a shared commitment to growing the sport in Connecticut and building connections between emerging athletes and local communities.


Additional details on tournament dates and clinic registration will be released soon.


For inquiries or to stay updated on upcoming events, visit ellingtonracquetclub.com.

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