CourtSource Awards · 2026
Best Pickleball Clubs and Courts in Delaware
The best pickleball club in Delaware in the 2026 CourtSource Awards is Dave Marshall Tennis & Fitness Center: 14 courts, 12 indoor and 2 outdoor, CourtScore 3.3. Next are The Picklr Newark (12 indoor courts, CourtScore 4.7) and ACE Pickleball (11 indoor courts, CourtScore 5.0).
Top 3 Clubs
Dave Marshall Tennis & Fitness Center
Lewes, DE
14 courts
12 indoor and 2 outdoor hard courts, lighted, plus coaching and online booking.
The Picklr Newark
Newark, DE
12 courts
Indoor acrylic courts with lighting, plus a pro shop, locker rooms, coaching, leagues and online booking. Membership required.
ACE Pickleball
Wilmington, DE
11 courts
Indoor acrylic/cushioned courts with lighting, plus coaching.
Top Pickleball Clubs in Delaware (2026)
| Rank | Club | City | Courts | Indoor | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dave Marshall Tennis & Fitness Center | Lewes | 14 | 12 | 3.3 |
| 2 | The Picklr Newark | Newark | 12 | 12 | 4.7 |
| 3 | ACE Pickleball | Wilmington | 11 | 11 | 5.0 |
The 2026 CourtSource Awards name the top 3 clubs in each state.
Top 3 Public Courts
Free / public-access venues.
John M. Clayton Elementary School
Frankford, DE
10 courts
Outdoor asphalt courts with lighting, plus coaching. Free to play.
Milford Parks & Recreation
Milford, DE
9 courts
3 indoor and 6 outdoor asphalt courts, plus online booking. Free to play.
McKean High School
Wilmington, DE
3 courts
Indoor courts. Public access.
Category Awards
| Award | Winner | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best Indoor Facility | The Picklr Newark | 12 indoor courts |
| Most Courts | Dave Marshall Tennis & Fitness Center | 14 courts |
| Best Lit for Night Play | Sports At The Beach Indoor Academy | Lighted courts for evening play |
Categories appear only where the data supports a genuine winner. Missing categories mean no eligible venue qualified. We never pad a list.
Delaware clubs in the national Top 100
- Dave Marshall Tennis & Fitness Center, #50 nationally
- The Picklr Newark, #67 nationally
- ACE Pickleball, #89 nationally
Frequently asked questions
What is the best pickleball club in Delaware?
The best pickleball club in Delaware in the 2026 CourtSource Awards is Dave Marshall Tennis & Fitness Center: 14 courts, 12 indoor and 2 outdoor, CourtScore 3.3. Next are The Picklr Newark (12 indoor courts, CourtScore 4.7) and ACE Pickleball (11 indoor courts, CourtScore 5.0).
How are clubs ranked?
Clubs are ranked by CourtScore, which weighs court count, indoor and outdoor mix, how you get access, and verified amenities. There are no submissions and no paid placement. Read the full awards methodology.
See the full national ranking: Top 100 Pickleball Clubs in the US (2026).