Pickleball in Owensboro, Kentucky

Owensboro offers indoor and outdoor pickleball options through community centers, parks, and local clubs. With active public play, a growing trail of new courts, and strong community engagement, players at every level can find a place to play.

Where to Play

• Owensboro Christian Church Recreation Center
  2818 New Hartford Rd
  Four indoor wood courts with permanent lines and portable nets. Access to restrooms and youth programming. A small fee applies for drop-ins and leagues.
• Centre Court Club
  2965 Bittel Rd
  Six indoor courts with permanent lines and nets. A one-time fee is required for play.
• Stanley Park, York Park & Yellow Creek Park
  Outdoor public courts with nets and lighting—ideal for casual play. Found near central Owensboro neighborhoods. River City Pickleball Club locations

Lessons

Owensboro Parks & Recreation offers open-play pickleball sessions at their administrative center—typically Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9–11?AM during certain months. A small fee applies. Open Play details

Private lessons may be available through local instructors. See coach and lesson info in the coaches section.

Events

River City Pickleball Club coordinates play schedules, leagues, and events across both indoor and outdoor venues. Visit their site for current programming. Club locations

Annual community tournaments, leagues, and mixers are often hosted by local parks and churches—check event postings or contact centers directly.

Visitors

Outdoor courts at parks like York and Stanley are free to use and open during daylight hours—just bring a net for shared or multi-use courts.

Indoor courts at Owensboro Christian Church require a small fee or membership, and Centre Court Club charges a one-time entry fee.

Parks & Recreation’s open-play sessions at the Administrative Center welcome non-residents during posted times with a nominal fee.

Pickleball Industry & Developments

A new multi-court outdoor pickleball complex is under development at Ben Hawes Park in partnership with River City Pickleball Club. Construction is expected to complete by late 2025, expanding public access citywide. Project details