As the saying goes, when opportunity knocks, open the door. Over the past few years, Laura Gainor has heeded this ageless wisdom by transforming an unexpected opportunity into a flourishing career promoting the sport of pickleball.

As awareness of pickleball has hit an all-time high, demand to play the game has consequently eclipsed the supply of courts available for all types of players. Courts are being built at a record pace in municipalities, recreational centers, and fitness centers and several privately developed facilities have been announced as well.