Padel tennis fever hits Polokwane with a new facility

Padel tennis is a combination of squash and tennis and players from all fitness levels can participate.

POLOKWANE – Padel has hit Polokwane with the N1 Padel Adventure Park that opened in the city last Saturday.

The park is situated behind the Northern Muslim School and is open for young and old.

Maseeha Majid keeps her eye on the ball.

According to co-owner, Sofia Dada, padel tennis is not a new activity, but a very popular one.

“As far as we know, this is the first court in Polokwane. Padel tennis is a combination of squash and tennis, and players from all fitness levels can participate. It is one of the fastest-growing sporting activities in the country.”

Lia Mohamed in action.

The park will be a community area where children and their families can enjoy themselves safely and without electronic devices.

At the moment they offer only padel, but according to Dada, they have many plans for the future.

Naseeka Ishmail stretches to get to the ball.

“This Saturday we had pony rides, face-painting, a jumping castle and paintball. We will also host tournaments and leagues in the future.”

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