sports
February 13, 2026
In a pickle: couple charged with felony battery after pickleball brawl at Florida country club
Dispute about rules elevated from insults to fisticuffs, with as many as 20 players becoming involved
TL;DR
- A pickleball game in central Florida led to a brawl due to a rule dispute.
- One player allegedly hit his opponent with a paddle and punched him.
- A 63-year-old man was charged with felony battery.
- His 51-year-old wife was also charged with felony battery for joining the fight.
- The argument started over shots made in the 'kitchen' area of the court.
- Up to 20 players became involved in the brawl.
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