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Rapper Drake speeds into Dallas as part of 'It's All a Blur' tour

Drake will perform at American Airlines Center on June 24 as part of his "It's All a Blur" tour.

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Superstar rapper Drake is bringing his 2023 "It’s All A Blur" tour to Dallas' American Airlines Center on Saturday, June 24.

The tour, which kicks off in New Orleans on June 16, will travel to 21 cities across North America over the course of three months, with a handful of cities getting multiple dates. In addition to Dallas, Drake will also go to Houston on June 21.

UPDATE 3-16-23: Drake has added second dates in both Dallas on June 25 and Houston on June 22.

UPDATE 4-24-23: Drake has rescheduled his Dallas concerts to September 14 and 15 and Houston concerts to September 17 and 18. He's also added 12 shows to the tour, including a stop in Austin on September 11.

This will be Drake’s first tour since going on the road with Migos in 2018, which also included stops in Dallas and Houston.

The title of the tour is in reference to the nearly unprecedented level of success the rapper has had in his career, with all seven of his solo albums - including 2022's Honestly, Nevermind - reaching No. 1 on multiple Billboard charts. His most recent album - Her Loss, a collaboration with 21 Savage - also went to No. 1, continuing the streak.

Ticket sales for the tour will begin with a Cash App Card presale, going on March 15 at 12 pm through March 16 at 10 pm. There will also be a Sprite presale on March 16 from 12-10 pm; fans can look for updates on Sprite.com and sign up for Sprite emails to gain access.

There will be additional presales throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning on March 17 starting at 12 pm on drakerelated.com.

DRAKE: ‘IT’S ALL A BLUR’ 2023 TOUR DATES:

Jun 16 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center
Jun 19 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
Jun 21 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
Jun 24 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center
Jun 28 – Miami, FL – Miami-Dade Arena
Jul 01 and 02 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
Jul 05 and 06 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Jul 08 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
Jul 11 and 12 – Boston, MA – TD Garden
Jul 14 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre
Jul 17 and 18 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center
Jul 25 and 26 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
Jul 28 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena
Jul 31 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center
Aug 12 and 13 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum
Aug 18 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center
Aug 21 and 22 – Los Angeles, CA – Crypto.com Arena
Aug 25 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
Aug 28 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
Sep 01 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena
Sep 05 – Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena

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Pickleball News

Indoor pickleball concept from Georgia bounces into Frisco

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There's a new indoor pickleball concept coming to Dallas: Called Ace Pickleball Club, it's a growing chain from Georgia, making its Texas debut in Frisco in an old BuyBuy Baby space at at 2930 Preston Rd. #600. According to a release, it opens July 12.

Ace Pickleball was founded in Roswell, Georgia in 2023, and calls itself the only facility of its kind, delivering a member-focused approach and all-inclusive pricing.

Professional-grade cushioned courts and a welcoming community create the optimal playing experience for all skill levels. The chain currently has 15 locations across the U.S. including Colorado, Oklahoma, and Illinois.

They emphasize an inclusive community with unlimited open play, and offer clinics, tournaments, social events, and ball machine reservations. They also offer paddle demos so that members can test out the newest technology from a variety of brands to find their favorite.

When they open, they'll offer free introductory pickleball clinics for beginners to go over the rules of the sport and feel more comfortable as they learn about the game.

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Indoor facilities have an advantage in that they're impervious to weather so players can play year-round.

The Frisco location is a nearly 33,000-square-foot facility with 11 full-size courts and one dinking court designed to welcome players of all skill levels. Memberships are $129 monthly with the first month free.

Bringing the concept to Frisco is Juan Menchaca, a former corporate worker who is a pickleball player himself. When he and his wife relocated to the DFW area in May 2023, he brought with him a lifelong dream of opening a sports facility.

Introduced to pickleball by his brother-in-law, who is now training to go pro in pickleball, Menchaca was instantly hooked by the game’s fast pace, simple rules, and strong sense of community.

Opening a dedicated pickleball facility felt like the ideal first serve into the world of sports.

“I saw the demand I knew Ace Pickleball Club was the right fit,” Menchaca says. “The model is perfect for all skill levels across the Frisco community. I’ve always wanted to create something people could rally around, and this not only provides that, but helps in bringing our community closer.”

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