MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) – The Murfreesboro City Council voted Thursday to approve renovations at a city tennis courts that includes bringing new pickleball courts to the area.
The council approved an agreement with Steelhead Building Group, LLC, for the renovation at the tennis court at Old Fort Park. The cost of the renovation is estimated to be about $1.2 million and will be funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, according to a city media release.
The court renovations at Old Fort Park include resurfacing of six tennis courts, fencing, lighting, additional pedestrian access, bleacher pads, and the transition of two tennis courts to six pickleball courts with a hitting wall in between.
“We are excited to see renovations get underway on the Tennis Court in Old Fort Park,” said Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland in the release. “The decision to add pickleball courts to the outdoor Tennis Court area comes with the recognition that pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the U.S. and has captured the excitement of all ages and skill levels.”
The project will begin with the demolition of the eight original tennis courts. Construction is expected to begin in late Spring 2024 with expected completion in Fall 2024.
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