Three new padel courts open at Tipton Sports Academy

Padel has arrived in Sandwell, with three new ‘Padel’ courts now open at Tipton Sports Academy (TSA) in the Black Country.

The launch of the three new indoor courts follows a £155,000 investment.

TSA is one of eight centres maintained and run by Sandwell Leisure Trust (SLT) on behalf of Sandwell Council.

Mark Braithwaite, Chief Executive at Sandwell Leisure Trust, is already an avid padel player.

“I‘m delighted to be bringing these fantastic indoor padel courts to Tipton Sports Academy as we continue to look for new ways to engage more people in physical activity and enjoy healthy lives.

“Playing padel is an ideal way to socialise with family, friends or other enthusiasts for a fun game, because it’s so easy to play and pick up for all ages, abilities and fitness levels.”

Shokat Lal, CEO of Sandwell Council, added: “This is another first for the borough and I am thrilled we are bringing padel, the fastest growing participation sport in the world, right here to Tipton with these new courts.”