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Singapore Residents Welcome 'Foam-Balls-Only' Pickleball Trial After Repeated Noise Complaints
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What Happened?
Residents in Tengah, Singapore, have welcomed a six-month trial requiring foam balls for pickleball games to address noise complaints. The trial began on October 1.
Key points
- The trial mandates the use of foam balls at a pickleball court in Tengah.
- It began on October 1 and will last for six months.
- Residents raised concerns about noise from pickleball matches.
- The court is open daily from 9:30 AM to 8 PM.
- The future of the foam-ball requirement after the trial is uncertain.
Key insights
- The trial could set a precedent for noise management in residential sports.
- Residents may feel more comfortable participating in pickleball if noise is reduced.
- The outcome of the trial may influence future sports regulations in Singapore.
Why it matters
This trial aims to balance the growing popularity of pickleball with residents' concerns about noise.
Entities
Tengah· LocationChua Chu Kang Town Council· Organization
Source
Times Now
