The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

The Spectator
The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

The Spectator
The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

The Spectator
The event will be sure to put a smile on your face. Used with permission from The American Pickleball Tour.

The American Pickleball Tournament is coming to La Crosse this summer

Story by Wyatt Voelker, Staff Writer
April 24, 2024
Members of the Pickleball Club with their implements

Pickleball comes to UW-Eau Claire

Story by Kyra Price, Arts & Life Editor
May 2, 2022
Pickleball teammates prepare to play for Pickapolooza.

Pickapalooza in the park

Story by Hayley Jacobson
September 11, 2019
Pickleball was born on an island near Seatle in 1965, according to the USAPA’s website. The game originated as a backyard activity created by three fathers. There are several accounts as to why the game is called “pickleball.” One claims that a family’s cocker spaniel, named “Pickles,” used to chase after the wiffle ball.

Vigor in the Valley

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
September 24, 2018
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