Peggy Tilton, right, watches her partner, Terry Dussault, return the ball Monday morning during a game of pickleball at Hasty Armory Community Center in Auburn. Several dozen players swapped teams continuously throughout the morning’s “friendly” games that often became quite competitive. Many of them also take part in leagues in Auburn and Lewiston during the winter and outside during the summer as the “age-friendly” game is rising in popularity. “I am quite competitive and love the interaction,” Tilton said. “It’s a good workout and a great place to be.” Russ Dillingham/Sun Journal