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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Toni Reider Let me tell you about how much fun we had this spring with our Women’s Tennis League. Every Monday morning we would meet at the courts excited to see our friends, exchange pleasantries, find our court mates and chit chat while warming up to begin the matches. Each player has her own unique…