More tennis and pickleball courts coming to Mississauga

Mississauga is preparing to adopt a plan that would add more places to play tennis and pickleball.

A report that will be presented to City councillors this weeks proposes the construction of an indoor tennis court and pickleball facility at Churchill Meadows Sports Park.

The areas would be built by the City in partnership with Premier Racquet Clubs Corp. and cost approximately $4.31 million of which Premier will fund $2.65 million.

In the report it is envisioned the new areas will be community based, self-sustaining and winterized for year-round play.

It is believed the popularity of the games warrants the increase in courts which will serve the recreational and competitive play in the community as well as provide opportunities for hosting provincial, national and international events that will bring visitors to showcase talent in Mississauga.

The report says tennis is experiencing its most significant growth since the 1970’s, bolstered by the international success of Canadian tennis players including Mississauga’s Bianca Andreescu. As well, pickleball is considered to be one of the fastest growing sports in North America

The proposal will also enhance the original planned tennis courts at Churchill Meadows Sports Park from two unlit outdoor courts to six lit tennis courts with an air-supported structure.