Why Are Companies Choosing Pickleball for Team Building? I’m writing an article exploring why more companies are choosing pickleball as a team-building or client-engagement activity instead of traditional off-sites or happy hours for the monthly HUB HAPS blog for HUB pickleball members and guests over 40,000 subscribers across 4 locations). I’m looking to hear from: Business owners, executives, HR leaders, or team managers Companies that have hosted a pickleball event for employees, leadership teams, or clients Events that were formal or casual (team outing, client appreciation, wellness initiative, etc.) *Also interested in hearing from anyone in the Jacksonville area who hasn't done an event but is planning to, or open to one in the future so I can document their journey from idea through event date. What I’m hoping to learn: What prompted you to try pickleball instead of a more traditional team activity How employees or clients reacted (especially first-timers) What surprised you most about the experience Whether you’d do it again Details to include (if possible): Company name and role/title City/state Approximate group size Whether participants were beginners or mixed skill levels Notes: This piece focuses on real experiences, positive, neutral, or unexpected insights are all welcome.