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Why do some pickleball players wear protective eyewear?

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  1. USA Pickleball requires it in all rec play
  2. It is only for style
  3. Eyewear helps protect eyes from a fast ball

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References

  1. USA Pickleball Health and Safety Hub usapickleball.org/health-and-safety-hub Checked 2026-10-12.
  2. National Eye Institute: Sports and Eye Safety www.nei.nih.gov/eye-health-information/healthy-vision/how-eyes-work/sports-and-eye-safety-tips-parents-and-teachers Checked 2026-10-12.

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