Chip Shots in Rochester, MN has confirmed it is not closing, but will soon remove its pickleball courts starting April 1 to expand its golf and multi-sport simulators, while also growing its dining, event, and future offerings, with tournaments and celebrations planned before the transition.
Why Chip Shots in Rochester, MN is Removing Pickleball
Chip Shots is removing its pickleball courts in order to expand its golf and multi-sport simulator options, while also improving its dining and event offerings. As they mentioned in their announcement, pickleball is still a huge sport in Rochester and across the country. However, they explained that they have been seeing even stronger growth and demand in their simulator business, along with food, dining, and events.
They also shared that before the transition officially begins, they want to honor the space’s pickleball beginnings. In their words, “Chip Shots plans to celebrate its pickleball roots in style. The coming months will be filled with tournaments, events, and plenty of chances for players to get in a few more smashes, digs, and dinks.”
What’s Coming Next for Chip Shots in Rochester, MN
Looking ahead, Chip Shots says it will expand into additional offerings, including golf tournaments, lessons, custom club fittings, and club repair services. They also plan to grow their food and beverage options, introduce more couples and date night experiences, and offer additional camps and programming for kids and teens. They hinted that there are even more plans in the works, and those details are included in their full statement. The major transition away from pickleball is scheduled to officially begin on April 1st.
