St Lawrence College in Ramsgate has announced a new partnership with Pickleball Complete Academy and Pickleball England.
Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and is known for its energy, strategy and accessibility. Its introduction to St Lawrence College earlier this year immediately captured the enthusiasm of pupils across the school, bringing a fresh sense of community and competition to the sporting programme.
Following this positive response, pickleball will become a fully integrated part of the school’s games programme from January 2026.
Demand has already exceeded expectations; pupils currently enjoy five dedicated pickleball courts within the St Lawrence sports complex, and due to the rapid growth in participation the school is adding two additional courts.
A St Lawrence College spokesperson said: “We are pleased to be working with Scott Tift, Director of Schools Development at Pickleball England. His expertise will help us deliver high quality coaching and establish a strong foundation for the long-term development of the sport at the College.
“Through this partnership, St Lawrence College aims to become an official Pickleball National Hub. This will create a centre of excellence for young players in the region and open access to weekly coaching, specialist sessions and competitive pathways that will support the development of future talent.
“As interest in pickleball continues to grow across the world, St Lawrence College is proud to embrace innovation while staying true to the values that have shaped generations of pupils on our fields and courts. Pickleball now becomes part of that ongoing story, a sport that reflects our belief in opportunity and ambition for every child.”
Excellent news