College Station Plans Indoor Pickleball Facility at Macy’s

News Summary

College Station’s councilman Bob Yancy has proposed transforming the vacant Macy’s store at Post Oak Mall into an indoor pickleball facility. This plan aims to create 20 courts to address the growing demand for pickleball in the area, benefiting both players and the local community by revitalizing the mall and fostering active lifestyles. With community support, this initiative could enhance local sports offerings and bolster nearby businesses.

Exciting Proposal for College Station: Transforming Macy’s into a Pickleball Paradise!

College Station is buzzing with a fun and engaging idea brought to the table by councilman Bob Yancy. He has set his sights on repurposing the now-vacant Macy’s store at Post Oak Mall, envisioning it as an indoor pickleball facility. This could be a thrilling transformation for both avid pickleball players and the community at large!

A Court for Everyone

Yancy pointed out that there is ample space available to comfortably fit 20 pickleball courts without needing to make drastic renovations. This large-scale transformation aims to tackle the evident shortage of pickleball courts not only in College Station but in nearby Bryan as well. With pickleball surging in popularity, creating more playing spaces could invigorate the local sports scene and encourage more residents to get active.

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