The Whitianga region continues to witness growing engagement in racquet sports, notably with the presence of active facilities and clubs that support community involvement. Whitianga School students are situated in a locale where Mercury Bay Multi Sport Park offers three asphalt tennis courts and five pickleball courts, providing accessible opportunities for recreational play. The Mercury Bay Pickleball Club hosts weekly sessions in the Mercury Bay Area School gymnasium, including members’ night on Tuesdays and open sessions on Sundays, supported by free trial opportunities for new players. Enthusiasm for paddle sports in the area is further reflected in the broader Coromandel community, where racquet sports such as tennis and pickleball remain popular leisure activities.