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Introducing Dill Dinkers: The Future of Indoor Pickleball Facilities
Dill Dinkers: The future of indoor pickleball facilities, spreading joy through inclusive community, professional partnerships, and rapid growth.
If you’re a pickleball enthusiast, you’re going to love this. Dill Dinkers, the established leader of indoor pickleball facilities, is revolutionizing the pickleball experience with its inclusive community and commitment to playing safe and playing well for all skill levels. Made by pickleball players for pickleball players, Dill Dinkers is taking the sport to new heights and spreading the joy of pickleball across the nation. In just a short time, Dill Dinkers has quickly risen to prominence, with four locations in the DMV and over 200 locations in development nationwide.
But what sets Dill Dinkers apart from the rest? It’s their unwavering dedication to providing a quality pickleball experience. From their exceptional leadership support system to their industry-leading partnerships, Dill Dinkers has left no stone unturned in their quest to be the best. And now, they have added another feather to their cap with their recent national brand partnership with Collin Johns, one half of the world’s No. 1 doubles team.
Collin Johns, a top professional pickleball player, will represent the Dill Dinkers brand in various capacities. From promoting Dill Dinkers at nationally televised events to assisting in the education of staff and membership, Johns will be a driving force behind the growth of pickleball and making the sport accessible to all players. His expertise and passion for pickleball make him the perfect fit for this partnership.
Johns himself is no stranger to the pickleball world. Having made his professional debut in 2019, he quickly rose through the ranks and has captured nearly 40 professional titles to date. His experience in tennis, table tennis, and baseball has given him a unique perspective on the technique and strategy involved in pickleball. This expertise will undoubtedly contribute to the continued growth and success of Dill Dinkers.
The vision behind Dill Dinkers is clear – to provide a top-quality pickleball experience to as many people as possible. Co-founders and pickleball enthusiasts, Will Richards and Denise Richards, have poured their passion into creating the perfect business model and support system for franchisees, investors, and players alike. With their turnkey marketing program, intensive training system, and proprietary reporting and management platform, Dill Dinkers is setting the standard for indoor pickleball facilities.
But it doesn’t stop there. Dill Dinkers is not just about providing a place to play pickleball; it’s also about nurturing the growth and development of pickleball players. Through clinics, tournaments, and mentorship programs with industry-leading players and sponsors, Dill Dinkers is giving rise to the next generation of professional pickleball athletes. This commitment to fostering talent and supporting players sets Dill Dinkers apart from other facilities.
When you step into a Dill Dinkers Pickleball Club, you can expect nothing but the best. Each facility is equipped with a pro pickleball director and offers industry-leading paddles, nets, and other high-quality products through their national brand partnership with JOOLA, the leading manufacturer of table tennis and pickleball equipment. It’s clear that Dill Dinkers is leaving no stone unturned in their quest to provide a national quality professional experience.
So, whether you’re a seasoned pickleball pro or just starting out, Dill Dinkers has something for everyone. With their focus on inclusivity, safety, and continuous improvement, Dill Dinkers is changing the pickleball landscape in Maryland and around the country. The partnership with Collin Johns is just the beginning of an exciting journey for Dill Dinkers, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for this pioneering brand.
If you’re as excited about pickleball as we are, keep an eye out for Dill Dinkers’ upcoming locations and events. And remember, with Dill Dinkers, you’re not just joining a pickleball facility – you’re joining a community of passionate players who are dedicated to spreading the joy of pickleball one game at a time.
About Dill Dinkers Pickleball
Dill Dinkers Pickleball is the leading provider of dedicated indoor pickleball facilities on the East Coast. With the announcement of their fifth facility, Dill Dinkers will offer 50 dedicated indoor pickleball courts in the DMV by early 2024. The Dill Dinkers brand is known for its fun, friendly, and welcoming environment where players of all ages and skill levels can play, socialize, and improve their skills. Each facility offers dedicated indoor courts with fences and outdoor surfaces, event space, a ball machine, and a state-of-the-art reservation system powered by Court Reserve. Dill Dinkers offers court reservations for members and visitors. They also offer clinics, private and semi-private lessons, leagues, business advertising, and rental for private events.
For more information about Dill Dinkers, visit www.dilldinkers.com or you can follow Dill Dinkers on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/dill-dinkers.
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Earthquake Swarm Shakes Southern California Near Salton Sea
Earthquake Swarm: A swarm of earthquakes near California’s Salton Sea and Brawley area has prompted increased monitoring by seismologists as hundreds of tremors shake the region.
A swarm of earthquakes has been rattling Southern California near the Salton Sea, drawing attention from residents and seismologists across the region.
Salton Sea earthquake swarm?
The activity is centered near Brawley in Imperial County, an area known for frequent seismic movement due to its location within the Brawley Seismic Zone. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, hundreds of small earthquakes have been recorded over the past several days, with the strongest reaching a magnitude of approximately 4.7.
Residents throughout Imperial Valley, parts of Riverside County, and even portions of Arizona reported feeling shaking from several of the larger quakes. Minor incidents such as falling objects and brief power disruptions were also reported, though no major injuries or widespread structural damage have been confirmed at this time.
The region sits near the southern end of the San Andreas Fault and is considered one of California’s most geologically active areas. Scientists say earthquake swarms are relatively common near the Salton Sea because of the interaction between tectonic fault systems and geothermal activity beneath the surface.
While experts continue to monitor the situation closely, they emphasize that earthquake swarms do not necessarily indicate that a larger earthquake is imminent. However, officials encourage residents to review emergency preparedness plans, secure heavy furniture, and keep emergency supplies ready.
The Salton Sea region has experienced similar seismic swarms in the past, making it an important area of study for earthquake researchers and emergency management agencies.
For continued updates on this developing story and other regional news, visit STM Daily News.
Related External Links
- U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) – Earthquake Monitoring
- California Institute of Technology (Caltech)
- California Earthquake Preparedness Guide
- Ready.gov – Earthquake Safety Tips
- USGS – Salton Trough and Seismic Activity
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Frustration at the Pump: Why Americans are Exploring Electric Vehicles
Exploring Electric Vehicles: For more than one-third of Americans, one simple number is leading them to research electric vehicles: the final tally at a recent gas station fill-up. The pump is no longer just the close of a sale; for a growing number of drivers, it’s where questions begin.
Frustration at the Pump: Why Americans are Exploring Electric Vehicles
(Feature Impact) For more than one-third of Americans, one simple number is leading them to research electric vehicles: the final tally at a recent gas station fill-up.
This, according to new research from Hyundai Motor America, isn’t a hypothetical situation. In fact, 23% of respondents reported it’s happened to them more than once. For nearly half of Americans, pulling up to the pump now brings frustration or outright dread.
Many drivers have a number in mind where the math begins shifting, and once the shift happens, it rarely goes away. The pump is no longer just the close of a sale; for a growing number of drivers, it’s where questions begin.
For 23% of those surveyed, $5 per gallon is where they would start considering alternatives to a gas-powered vehicle. While some say they wouldn’t consider alternatives based on gas costs at all, this meaningful share of Americans points toward a specific tipping point.
Some begin by comparing models or brands while others find themselves on an automaker’s website, further along in the process than they initially expected to be. Most don’t act on this impulse right away, but drivers are increasingly caught somewhere between curious and committed – and 46% of those surveyed said they’d be likely to seriously research an EV.
The desire to leave the pump behind, which an EV would allow for, is a deal nearly half of respondents said they would take. However, the transition isn’t frictionless as charging access and range anxiety remain the top concerns for 28% of potential buyers.
While the move toward electric vehicles is often framed as a long-term decision made with spreadsheets and financial planning, for many Americans, it’s beginning somewhere smaller: a routine fuel stop and an eye-opening receipt.
If you’ve found yourself dismayed at the pump, find more information on electric vehicles at HyundaiUSA.com.
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Gas prices have a $5 tipping point: New research shows when Americans start looking at EVs
Gas prices have a $5 tipping point: New research shows when Americans start looking at EVs
(Tiffany Miller for Hyundai) There is a moment at the gas pump when the number staring back at you stops feeling routine.
You expect the total to land somewhere familiar. And then, one day, it doesn’t. Not dramatically higher. Just high enough to feel different. Enough to make you pause before tapping your card.
According to new research from Hyundai Motor America, that moment is not hypothetical. For more than a third of American drivers, it has already happened. And for many, once it does, something shifts that does not quite shift back.
For 42% of Americans, pulling up to a pump now brings frustration or outright dread. Most have made peace with the routine, even if 39% describe their gas spend as “frustrating but expected.”
The experience at the pump hasn’t changed. The emotional weight of it has.
Most drivers have a number in their head where the math shifts. For 23% of those surveyed, $5 per gallon is where they would seriously start considering alternatives to a gas-powered vehicle. Not everyone will be moved by price, and 29% say they would not consider alternatives based on gas costs at all. But for a meaningful share of Americans, the tipping point is specific. It is a number on a sign, and many have seen it before.
More than one-third of Americans surveyed say a recent fill-up has already prompted them to research electric vehicles, and 23% say it has happened more than once.
What comes next is rarely dramatic. Some compare models or brands. Some search online. Some find themselves on an automaker’s website, further along than they expected to be. Most do not act on this impulse right away. But for a growing number, the pump is where the question starts.
The shift is real but uneven. If gas prices rose significantly and stayed high, 46% of those surveyed say they would be likely to seriously research an EV. Yet most Americans are still somewhere between curious and committed.
The pitch for electric vehicles is simple. Never stop for gas again. Nearly half of Americans say they would absolutely take that deal.
The transition is not frictionless. Charging access and range anxiety remain the top concern for 28% of potential buyers, and simple comfort with the status quo runs just as deep.
The desire to leave the pump behind is real. So is everything standing in the way.
The move toward electric vehicles is often framed as a long-term decision made with spreadsheets and incentive calculators, but for many Americans, it begins somewhere smaller. A routine fuel stop. A number that lands differently. A moment of hesitation before the receipt prints.
Methodology
Hyundai Motor America commissioned Atomik Research to conduct an online survey of 1,000 adults throughout the United States. The margin of error is plus or minus 3 percentage points at a 95% confidence level. Fieldwork was conducted between April 3 and April 6, 2026.
Atomik Research, part of 4media group, is a creative market research agency.
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