Why Padel Is Wisconsin's Next Big Sport & How to Build a Court

While pickleball has experienced a surge in popularity over the last few years, many people are getting burnt out on the sport. Luckily, there’s a new contender in the racket sport scene in Wisconsin–padel. Often described as “tennis with walls” or “squash in the sunshine,” padel is the fastest-growing racket sport in the world, and for good reason. It’s social, super easy to learn, and perfectly suited for Wisconsin’s landscape and climate. 

Due to padel’s rise in popularity, C&C Courts, a sports court builder in Wisconsin, has started installing padel courts at residential locations and commercial athletic clubs and gyms. A padel court is the perfect to transform underutilized yard space into something your entire family can enjoy. 

Why Wisconsin Loves Padel

Padel offers several advantages that traditional tennis or other sports can't match. For example, the footprint for a padel court is about 33 x 66 feet, which is 25% smaller than a tennis court. That makes it easier to fit in a tight suburban backyard in Milwaukee or Madison. 

Padel is also a safe and accessible sport. It is played with a stringless foam paddle and lower-compression balls. That makes it much easier on the shoulders and joints than tennis. It’s a “sport for life” that your parents or grandparents can play together. 

Plus, padel courts lend themselves perfectly to a winter conversion into a hockey rink! Padel courts are enclosed by tempered glass and steel mesh, which makes them the perfect foundation for a backyard hockey rink during the winter. 

The 4-Step Guide to Building a Home Padel Court

Building a padel court is a specialized engineering feat that requires precision to handle Wisconsin's extreme season shifts. It’s a job best left to the professionals at C&C Courts. Let’s take a look at the four step process to build a home padel court. 

Step 1: Site Evaluation and Permitting

The first step is important–you need a professional site assessment. During this assessment, your soil will be checked for stability, drainage, and local zoning requirements. In Wisconsin, we pay attention to frost lines, which means the concrete base will need to be deep enough to withstand the freeze-thaw cycle during winter.

Step 2: Design-a-Court

Before a shovel hits ground, we use our Design-a-Court technology to create a 3D rendering of your court in your actual backyard. You can choose your surface color, frame finish, and LED lighting placement to ensure it complements your home’s aesthetic. 

Step 3: The Frost-Proof Modular Build

Traditional European padel builds often fail in the Midwest because they don’t account for ground heaving during the winter. That’s why C&C Courts takes special care to ensure your court will survive the seasons. 

We do this by including: 

• Reinforced concrete slabs as a base with integrated drainage

• Powder-coated steel frames that resist rust from humidity and snow

• Professional grade turf that can handle heavy foot traffic

C&C Courts has our job down to an art, and we can install your padel court in just a few days, rather than weeks like you might expect. Our turnaround is quick so you can start playing right away.

Step 4: Reaching the Social ROI

A home padel court isn’t just a gym; it’s a social hub. Padel is almost exclusively played as doubles, meaning it's designed for hosting. From neighborhood tournaments to weekend padel parties, the return on investment comes in the form of community, health, and an increase in your property values. 

Step onto Your Own Padel Court This Summer with C&C Courts

Whether you’re a former tennis player looking for a new challenge or a family seeking a way to stay active throughout the year, Padel is the answer. With a 15 year durability rating and no-mess installation, C&C Courts is your turnkey partner for the padel revolution. 

Call us today at 414-856-5690 or request a free quote online to get started!