Berthoud Pickleball Club Celebrates Growth at Annual Meeting

Club expects to reach 150 members in 2026 as pickleball continues to surge in popularity nationwide.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 6:09am

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The Berthoud Pickleball Club (BPC) held its annual meeting on March 14, 2026, after a two-hour open play session at the Berthoud Recreation Center. The club currently has 80 members, including 14 new first-time members, and expects to reach 150 members by the end of 2026. The club has 16 events planned for the year, including social events, tournaments, and the launch of a new competitive Northern Colorado Pickleball League.

Why it matters

Pickleball has become the fastest-growing sport in America, with participation increasing by over 223% in the last three years. The sport's popularity has led to a surge in court infrastructure investment, with over 3,000 outdoor courts added in major U.S. cities in the last seven years. The Berthoud Pickleball Club's growth reflects this national trend and the community's embrace of the sport.

The details

The Berthoud Pickleball Club rents three indoor courts at the Berthoud Recreation Center for its open play sessions, which are attended by about 45 members. The club is also helping to create a new competitive Northern Colorado Pickleball League, with men's and women's divisions, in partnership with neighboring clubs from Loveland, Windsor, and Fort Collins. The recreation center has eight outdoor courts and six indoor courts, which are popular with seniors, young adults, families, and youth.

  • The Berthoud Pickleball Club held its annual meeting on March 14, 2026.
  • In 2025, the BPC had 126 members, and the 2026 membership renewal is currently at 80, including 14 new first-time members.

The players

Berthoud Pickleball Club

A local pickleball club that organizes events, tournaments, and league play for its members at the Berthoud Recreation Center.

Herb Hergott

The president of the Berthoud Pickleball Club, who chaired the club's annual meeting.

Bob Golliver

A member of the Berthoud Pickleball Club who enjoys the sport for its health benefits and the welcoming community of players.

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What they’re saying

“I love playing pickleball. It helps me stay active, is not as boring as a treadmill or rowing machine and you meet people. We first played in Longmont but found the Berthoud players more friendly and welcoming. That was very much appreciated as new arrivals from Texas.”

— Bob Golliver

What’s next

The Berthoud Pickleball Club is working with neighboring clubs to launch a new competitive Northern Colorado Pickleball League in 2026, with men's and women's divisions.

The takeaway

The rapid growth of pickleball in Berthoud, mirroring national trends, has led the local pickleball club to expand its offerings and collaborate with other clubs to create new competitive opportunities for players. The community's embrace of the sport reflects its appeal as a low-impact, social, and health-promoting activity for all ages.