Chance Smith Summer golf is here and brings a fresh energy to the course as players enjoy longer days and warmer weather. Along with the excitement, it’s important for everyone to stay mindful of the high temperatures. It’s important to hydrate with water prior to your round of golf as well as throughout the day.…
Category: July 2026
Sports, July 2026
Oakwood 18 Hole Couples League
Richard Staszewski Our 2025–26 season concluded with our last event on April 24. The Snowbird Farewell! We had 12 well attended events that began in November. The goal and mission is to enjoy stress free golf along with fun social interaction with a beverage and a nice meal. * We welcomed 18 new couples into…
Sports, July 2026
Niners May 2026 Results
Jim Wegman, Publicity The mornings are heating up. Now is the time to think about hydration. Start the day before and continue in the morning. Water is fine, but sports drinks provide more nutrients and electrolytes. Take water or sports drinks with you and drink some at each hole. Remind your cart partner to do…
Sports, July 2026
Palo Verde Couples League
Judy Onken Playing with the Palo Verde Couples League is more than just pars, birdies, and eagles. Oh sure, we all try hard to sink those 12 foot putts and give it our all to be on the green in regulation. But, there’s more! Happy hour mid-day with people you’ve known for years or someone…
Sports, July 2026
Palo Verde Men’s Golf Association
Jeff French May weather might have been warmer than normal but that didn’t deter the PVMGA from well attended participation in the month’s events. The first event for May was a Pick Your Partner Ace of Aces Qualifier 1 Net Best Ball. This was followed by the two week Eclectic event where a player’s best…
Sports, July 2026
Relishing Pickleball: Improve Your Pickleball Dinking Techniques
David Zapatka The dink is pickleball’s most nuanced shot, deceptively simple to learn, endlessly deep to master. While beginners treat it as a stopgap between rallies, advanced players weaponize it. Here’s how to transform your dinking game from passive to dominant. Elite dinks share three qualities. They land in the kitchen, stay low over the…
Sports, July 2026
Join the Fun: Intro to Short Court Tennis!
Barb Jorgensen Ready to try something new? Come experience the excitement of Short Court Tennis at the Cottonwood Tennis Club. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a total beginner, this is the perfect way to get moving and enjoy the game in a new format. Free To All Hoa Residents. Join our monthly Introduction To…
July 2026, Sports
Cottonwood Ladies Golf Association (CLGA) Appreciates Our Course
This time of year there’s a noticeable change in the population of Sun Lakes. Snowbirds have returned to their homes, traffic has thinned out, and the temps have risen. One thing that remains constant over the summer is Scott Anderson’s commitment to maintaining the grounds of Cottonwood/Palo Verde Golf Courses. Not only is it his…
Sports, July 2026
Palo Verde Ladies Golf Association
Melea Reese It was a lovely day for a walk with a stick and a ball. Our very lovely Pat Tjosvold managed to connect straight and true for a Hole–in–One. As she likes to say “It was a very lucky shot.” It was May 12 on hole number 12. It was her fifth Hole–in–One. After…
July 2026, Sports
Cottonwood Tennis Club 2026-27
Board of Directors The backbone of our organization is our leadership team. These individuals work tirelessly to ensure our volunteers receive the recognition they deserve, often while seeking no credit for themselves. Simply put, the club could not operate without their unwavering dedication. We are proud to introduce our new Board of Directors: * Mike…