Pickleball players don’t just have fun on the courts, we also have fun social events. October is our Halloween social. Through the years, we have had so many outstanding costumes; a caveman and giant dinosaur, Mr. and Mrs. Big Head Trump and, of course, many witches and goblins and especially treats and prizes. JoAnn Zapatka…
Big congratulations to Bev Krueger and her partner Yim Lee in winning third place in the 4.0-5.0 over 80 Mixed Doubles at Nationals held at Indian Wells. If any players from Sun Lakes have won pickleball tournaments and want it included in our pickleball winners’ corner, please send information and photo to Janet Myrick at…
David Zapatka The Bainbridge Cup, similar to the Ryder Cup and Solheim Cup in golf, was held in conjunction with the Italian Open in Montesilvano, Italy, in July. One hundred fifty players from 16 countries participated in the tournaments. USAPA board member and friend Pat Murphy was responsible for setting up 188 matches so…
Come join “One Fun Club,” Sun Lakes Country Club Pickleball Club. SLCCPC encourages and promotes a fun and social atmosphere where club members of all skill levels can enjoy playing pickleball, meet new friends, improve skills and socialize. Pickleball is a fun, easy sport to learn! Throughout the year, we offer introductory lessons and clinics.…
Prescott Mile High Pickleball Tournament, September 14-16, Prescott, AZ, Men’s 5.0, 50+ silver medal winners – Carl Tietze of Apache Junction and David Zapatka of Sun Lakes
David Zapatka The USAPA National Tournament scheduled for November 3–11 is just a month away. The Indian Wells Tennis Garden near Palm Springs, CA, is hosting our national tournament for the next five seasons. They are providing 40 fully-painted, cushioned, Plexipave courts and one beautiful stadium court. The buzz in the pickleball community has…
Irene D’Aloisio Pickleball is a sport for all ages and all levels of skill. You’ve probably heard that it is the fastest-growing sport in North America. Well, that’s true! And if you are a Cottonwood or Palo Verde (CWPV) resident, the Sun Lakes Pickleball Club Cottonwood (SLPCC) would love to show you what all the…
David Zapatka Last month, we answered questions from reader, friend and Cottonwood Pickleball President Irene D’Alosio. Since these questions were on the minds of many Sun Lakes residents, we’re continuing to answer her questions about balls this month. People have been under the impression that the USAPA/IFP list of approved balls is all “quiet” balls.…
David Zapatka, USAPA rating committee member Reader, friend and Cottonwood Pickleball President Irene D’Alosio asked questions about balls, paddles and club policies. Since these questions seem to be on the minds of many Sun Lakes residents, I’m sharing them with our Relishing Pickleball audience. Many people have been under the impression that the USAPA/IFP…
David Zapatka, USAPA rating committee member The USAPA has launched its official tournament rating system powered by PickleballTournaments.com. The new rating system will benefit pickleball tournament directors and competitive players, enhancing the sport’s growth and development. Tournament directors will be able to create optimally balanced brackets for all their events, and tournament players will…