Our Story

Ben Minsk

Founder & CEO

Social, uplifting, simple to learn, and endlessly fun were just a few of the reasons Rt. 12 Pickle owner Ben Minsk
fell in love with the sport of pickleball.

What began as a casual invitation from a friend to hit a few (pickle) balls, quickly turned into a healthy obsession with the incredibly magnetic sport and an opportunity for a new kind of club in Worcester County.

While community courts are a great
place to start and play on sunny days,
Ben envisioned a dedicated, year-round community for local pickleball lovers to play, gather, and learn in a climate-controlled, welcoming setting.
The goal was to replicate the tennis club experience, but exclusively for pickleball fans.

With eight indoor pickleball courts, an on-site area serving beer and wine, and group and private lessons, clinics, and leagues, Rt. 12 Pickle is ready to welcome you to our thriving, passionate, pickleball community!

Our Team

Lisa Flink

Director of Operations

Lisa comes to Rt. 12 Pickle as a recently retired strategic planner with experience in several areas of business operations. She started playing pickleball in early 2023 and considers herself a recreational player who enjoys a bit of competitive play during a game.

Whenever possible, Lisa can be found with her dog, Sammy, by her side.

Nick Boschetto

General Manager

Nick joins Rt 12 Pickle with experience in building management and programming he got as General Manager at an indoor sports facility. He is known for his interpersonal skills and ability to create inclusive and supportive office environments.