During a recent government meeting, Roy Beard, a local resident and pickleball enthusiast, expressed his frustration over the deteriorating conditions of pickleball courts in Bridal. Beard highlighted that the community currently has only three functioning nets for four courts, which is insufficient for the growing number of players—between 10 to 20 participants on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. He emphasized that the lack of adequate facilities has led to dissatisfaction among players, as many are left waiting to participate.

Beard criticized the local government for neglecting pickleball, stating that despite the community's investment in other sports facilities, such as golf and soccer fields, there has been no significant budget allocation for pickleball improvements over the past two years. He announced his decision to \"divorce\" himself from the local pickleball scene, suggesting that players should seek better facilities in nearby Sioux Falls, which boasts modern courts.

In response, local officials acknowledged Beard's concerns but explained that budget constraints have limited their ability to make capital improvements to the parks, including pickleball courts. They noted that while there is a desire to support pickleball, the current financial situation does not allow for immediate upgrades. Officials encouraged Beard to maintain a long-term perspective on community recreation developments, despite the immediate frustrations surrounding pickleball facilities.