Kathy Hoff, Publicist The first half of the Sisk Park Bocce Club’s season was completed on Jan. 4, and divisional winners were honored at our awards potluck held at Sisk Park on Jan. 11. Below are the divisional winners of the first session of play: Division A: Tony and Maria Racano Division B: Charlan Gerrior…
February 2026, Sports
One of the Largest Clubs in Sun Lakes Continues Its Passion and Growth!
Rod Badgley In the southwest corner of Cottonwood Country Club sits one of the most picturesque pickleball settings in Arizona. Framed by shimmering lakes and historic trees, the courts are rarely quiet. Laughter, competition, encouragement, and the steady pop of pickleball paddles fill the air from morning through evening. What makes this scene remarkable is…
February 2026, Sports
Pocketing Fun and Friendship: The IronOaks Lady Breakers Rule the Billiards Room
Kim L. Hutchinson For residents of the active adult community of IronOaks at Sun Lakes, the week kicks off with a satisfying clack of the billiard balls. The IronOaks Lady Breakers gather every Monday and Tuesday morning, turning the community’s Billiards Room into a hub of friendly competition, skill-building, and camaraderie. A staple in the…
February 2026, Sports
Courtesy Counts: Why Small Gestures Make a Big Difference on the Tennis Court
Kwong Young, USPTA Tennis Professional, IronOaks Tennis Club Courtesy and basic politeness are cornerstones of good sportsmanship—on the tennis court and beyond. Simple gestures like holding a door open or letting a driver merge into traffic reflect respect and good character. Tennis is no different. One common yet often overlooked courtesy in tennis happens during…
Sports, February 2026
Tennis Is the Healthiest Sport in the World
Barb Jorgensen Tennis provides a unique combination of cardiovascular, strength, and cognitive benefits, making it a strong contender for the title of the world’s healthiest sport, according to research and organizations like the USTA. Increased Longevity: Tennis players can live significantly longer, with some studies showing nearly 10 years more than sedentary individuals, outperforming other…
February 2026, Sports
Cottonwood Tennis Club Women’s Monday League
Susie Dunn, Coordinator The Cottonwood Tennis Club (CTC) Women’s Monday League celebrated the conclusion of the Women’s 3.0/3.5 fall season on Dec. 15, marking 10 weeks of competitive play. The festive atmosphere was enhanced by warm weather, reaching 75 degrees, making it fun to see spring appear. The event features 20 regular players, including newcomer…
February 2026, Sports
Niners December Results
Jim Wegman, Publicity The holidays are here and gone. You have opened all the packages, checked out the new golf clubs, new balls, and those cool golf clothes. Well, it is time to look ahead to the new year and get back to serious golf. By serious golf, I mean the tournaments: Bill Slattery and…
Sports, February 2026
Softball Umpire Profile: Joe Byrne
Larry Wolfe It takes more than just players to have a softball game. There’s the grounds crew, the scorers, the scoreboard operator, the team managers, and last but not least, the umpires. In senior softball, the umpire is a “one-man crew,” calling the balls and strikes and all the action on the field. Joe Byrne…
February 2026, Sports
Camp Hilby and the Young Home Team Are Fall Champs
Larry Wolfe Our Fall Session wrapped up just before the holiday season with the Camp Hilby-sponsored team capturing the Sun Division title and the Young Home Team winning the Lakes Division Championship. Manager Ron Carmichael’s Campers finished with a 10-4 record, edging the Redeemed Team and Wolfe & Associates squads, which both finished at 8-8.…
February 2026, Sports
Men’s Oakwood Golf Association
Vic Russelavage Overview The Men’s Oakwood Golf Association (MOGA) welcomes all men whose applications have been approved by the membership chairman. Once accepted as a regular member, individuals gain the privilege to participate in weekly events throughout the year upon payment of the appropriate dues. The membership year extends from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31.…