City of Mattoon's own Parks & Recreation page lists Lawson Park as home to 4 tennis courts, 'pickle ball', a batting cage, and ball fields, alongside Cal Ripken baseball. Exact pickleball court count not stated by the city; some reporting suggests the pickleball-striped section may later be converted to basketball.
Our picks from the pickleball buying guides — chosen editorially, never by the venue and never by spend.
Paddles · Best overall
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus 16mm
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Beginner paddles · Best starter feel
JOOLA Essentials
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Balls · Outdoor standard
Franklin X-40 Outdoor (12-pack)
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Lawson Park offers outdoor pickleball.
Free
Yes — Lawson Park is open to the public at no charge.
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