Edina approves major expansion of Rosland Park pickle ball courts
The Edina City Council unanimously approved a donation from the Moody family on August 4 to double the number of dedicated pickle ball courts at Rosland Park from 5 to 10, transforming the facility into a premier destination for the increasingly popular sport.
The council's approval marks a significant upgrade to recreational amenities in the city. The Moody family donation will fund the expansion and modernization of courts at Rosland Park, where the family has been playing pickle ball since 2015. The project replaces four makeshift court overlays with 10 fully dedicated courts, each equipped with individual fencing and gates to improve safety and play quality.
Bruce Moody, speaking on behalf of the donor family, emphasized the inclusive nature of the project. "It'll be something that even the beginners can enjoy to the tournament type people could enjoy," he said. "So many people have just learned to play this game that is a big part of our family to have this be a place where families and friends can come together and just have a great time." Moody noted that pickle ball's accessibility across age groups—from grandchildren to seniors—makes it an ideal community activity.
The expansion honors the legacy of John and Melvin Moody, who introduced the sport to their family. The project will be completed in two phases beginning this year, with Batuminous Roadways serving as the contractor. Future improvements may include windscreens and shaded seating areas.
The council approved the donation with no dissenting votes. The upgraded facility is designed to serve players of all skill levels, from beginners to tournament competitors, and will function as a gathering place for families and friends in the community.
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Approval of Moody Family Donation for Rosland Park Pickle Ball Court Expansion
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The project transforms Rosland Park into a premier pickle ball destination by doubling the number of dedicated courts from 5 to 10, replacing makeshift overlays with high-end fully dedicated courts. Each court will have individual fencing and gates to improve safety and play quality. The donation honors the legacy of John and Melvin Moody, who introduced pickle ball to the family and community. The project accommodates players of all skill levels, from beginners to tournament competitors, and serves as a gathering place for families and friends. Construction will occur in two phases with completion targeted for this season.
It'll be something that even the beginners can enjoy to the tournament type people could enjoy. So many people have just learned to play this game that is a big part of our our family to have this be a place where families and friends can come together and and just have a great time.
And pickle ball is a game you can pick up quickly. So you got grandkids playing now for us and and you get people even older than me uh still playing too. And it's it's just fabulous.
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[Music] Welcome to Agenda Edina, a program summarizing the actions taken at city hall that affect you most. I'm your host, Doroththa Marty. Edina's love affair with pickle ball is about to get a major boost. All thanks to a local family honoring a legacy. Bruce Moody and his family first brought pickle ball to Rosland Park in 2015. Building Edina's very first dedicated courts to remember his father John and uncle Melvin Moody. Now they're going for the putaway. The city council just approved donation from Bruce and his siblings Dave and Chuck and Melvin's children Paul and Mary to expand and upgrade the popular Moody pickle ball courts. The project will take the park from five dedicated courts plus four makeshift overlays to 10 high-end fully dedicated courts. Each will have its own fencing and gates improving safety and play. The work will happen in two phases starting this year with crews from Batuminous Roadways aiming to finish the season. >> It'll be something that even the beginners can enjoy to the tournament type people could enjoy. So many people have just learned to play this game that is a big part of our our family to have this be a place where families and friends can come together and and just have a great time. And pickle ball is a game you can pick up quickly. So you got grandkids playing now for us and and you get people even older than me uh still playing too. And it's it's just fabulous. Future improvements could bring windcreens and shaded seating, all helping make Rosland Park a true pickle ball destination. John and Melvin Moody are gone, but the game they first played on a driveway before a family wedding is building community in their
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