About this venue
Daily Southtown (Chicago Tribune) news article on Hobart pickleball confirms Pennsy Park, a former train-depot site on Lillian Street, has two public pickleball courts. Group organizer Hugh Harshbarger (219-501-6907) runs sessions Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30-11:30am; players bring their own nets. A 'Pennsy Pickleball Club' was being formed with plans to resurface and add two more courts. City of Hobart parks department (cityofhobart.org/580/Parks-Recreation) confirms Pennsy Park as an official city park.
The details
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How many pickleball courts does Pennsy Park Pickleball Courts have?+
Pennsy Park Pickleball Courts has 2 courts.
Is Pennsy Park Pickleball Courts indoor or outdoor?+
Pennsy Park Pickleball Courts offers outdoor pickleball.
How much does it cost to play at Pennsy Park Pickleball Courts?+
Pennsy Park Pickleball Courts is free to play — no fee and no membership required.
Is Pennsy Park Pickleball Courts open to the public?+
Yes — Pennsy Park Pickleball Courts is open to the public at no charge.