Swing Racquet and Paddle — the first complex of its kind in the world — has broken ground in Raleigh. The approx. $125 million project near Brier Creek will feature various courts and a ping pong lounge with plenty of room for socializing. The campus will also include a restaurant led by celebrity chef Fabio Viviani.
The facility and courts will be open to both seasoned + new players. A walking trail will run through the center of the 44-acre campus, connecting Swing to Raleigh’s greenway trail system.
The sports and the courts
Swing will have 70+ places to play five different sports, including:
- 28 tennis courts (clay and hard)
- 25 pickleball courts
- 15 padel courts
- Four beach tennis + volleyball courts
“Swing will offer much-needed court inventory while becoming a vital community hub where deeper connections and unforgettable memories are made” said Rob Autry, Founder and CEO of Swing Racquet + Paddle in a press release.
As one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. pickleball has created more of a demand for playing spaces. Swing’s flagship campus is projected to hit $360 million of economic impact in its first three years with more than one million visitors to the Raleigh area annually.
The facility’s projected completion is in 2026.
