Pickle Athletics was built on the belief that sport is the most powerful lever to bring people together.

We began with a vision to build more than a basic pickleball facility.  Kady Pooler, a former pro tennis and pickleball player, wanted to create a space for connection- marrying her passion for pickleball to her desire to create community.   Maryanna, brought the business background (and sheer will) to help turn that vision into something lasting. Together, with their kids Mason and Micah they built Pickle Athletics alongside a trusted community of friends, advisors, and investors.

Opened in November 2025, Pickle Athletics is a modern social club for both members and the broader East Bay community.  Pickle Athletics is also proudly the nation’s first Black-owned pickleball club and one of the few LGBTQ+ owned facilities.  Our philosophy is simple: Play and Stay. Come to compete, move, and challenge yourself on world-class courts. Stay to connect, restore, and enjoy life off the court, from curated wine and food to fitness, recovery, and shared moments. 

See you at the club!

With love, Kady + Maryanna