Lexington opens rebuilt dual-purpose tennis, pickleball courts

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Lexington inauguró dos canchas renovadas en Belleau Woods Park que funcionan tanto para tenis como para pádel, reemplazando dos antiguas canchas de tenis que requerían reparación. La alcaldesa Linda Gorton destacó que las nuevas canchas de doble línea permiten que los vecinos disfruten de diversas actividades recreativas mientras se maximiza el espacio verde. Este proyecto es parte de una inversión más amplia de 26 millones de dólares en mejoras de parques en Lexington, que ya ha instalado canchas similares en otros cinco parques de la ciudad.

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LEXINGTON, Ky. — City officials cut the ribbon Wednesday on two newly renovated courts at Belleau Woods Park, marking the completion of a long-awaited upgrade that serves both tennis and pickleball players.

Mayor Linda Gorton announced the opening said the dual-striped courts “allow people to enjoy a variety of recreation in their neighborhood, while maximizing greenspace.” The project replaces two aging tennis courts that had been in the same location and required repair.

The renovated courts, funded through the city’s general fund, feature new asphalt, fencing and a bench. The facility provides views of surrounding trees, a playground and walking trail, according to the Lexington Parks & Recreation department.

District 4 Councilmember Emma Curtis, whose district includes Belleau Woods Park, said during the ceremony that the project fulfilled a longtime community request. “Belleau Woods Park is a vital community space for my neighbors in the Fourth District, many of whom have dreamed of revitalizing these tennis courts for years,” Curtis said.

The courts represent part of a broader investment in recreational facilities across Lexington. The city has already installed similar dual-striped courts at Lansdowne-Merrick, Mount Tabor, Meadowthorpe and Southland parks. Deputy Director of Lexington Parks & Recreation Chris Cooperrider said the Belleau Woods location offers ideal amenities and accessibility for neighborhood users.

Officials noted that double-striped courts have emerged as a practical solution for municipalities managing growing demand for both sports. Lexington has spent $26 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funding on parks improvements, with projects including courts, trails and other facilities.

The renovated courts at Belleau Woods Park are now open for public use on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete list of tennis and pickleball court locations throughout the city is available at lexingtonky.gov.


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