Pickleball Posts
Beginner Rotating Round Robin
Today was a fun-filled day for those players somewhat newer to the pickleball scene. EPPA took over the gym at the Eastside YMCA and packed the courts with eager players. There was competition, athleticism, and most importantly- FUN! Thank you t...
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On Sunday, Nov. 17 EPPA is partnering with the Eastside YMCA to host a rotating partner beginner level round robin. You DO NOT need a partner to sign up! Register and it will be a great way to meet some new players around the same level as you. ...
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Slidell Pickleball Association Introduces Pickleball To A Local Elementary School
Rob Spilling, Director of Community Outreach for the Slidell Pickleball Association recently led fellow SPA members in introducing pickleball to the students of Bonne Ecole Elementary School. See Rob's letter to the school staff which is attach...
continue readingA Sad Goodbye
It's with a very heavy heart that I share the obituary for Tom Mello. Most pickleball players in Erie knew Tom because he was ALWAYS playing pickleball! Tom was a great competitor and friend and played in many different groups- he kind of had to...
continue readingUpcoming Events
If you're looking for some pickleball, there are several upcoming local(ish) events that hold something for everyone. Anniversary Party PIP is celebrating one year of pickleballing and you are invited. See flyer for details and please contact th...
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Rotating Partners Fall Fest - A Beginner Shootout @ the Eastside YMCA
An Exciting Collaboration with the Eastside YMCA We’re excited to announce the Rotating Partners Fall Fest – a tournament dedicated to beginner players (3.0 rating and below)! In collaboration with Eastside YMCA and EPPA, this event is a perfect ...
continue readingLoss to the Pickleball Community
Last week we lost an amazing person and pickleball ambassador, Dave Seib. Dave taught countless people how to play pickleball and led a group three nights a week out of Glenwood United Methodist Church on the corner of Peach and Myrtle. Dave was...
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Presque Isle Pickleball is hosting a "PickleBoo Party" on October 26 from 5-8 pm. See attached flyer for more details! Contact Presque Isle directly with any questions at (814)-464-4645. [Pickle Boo Party.jpeg]
continue readingSpecial Offer and Big Thank You!
Special Offer Ryan Edwards who is a mentalist will be performing at KELLARS Magic and Comedy Club on Friday, October 18th and Saturday, October 19th at 7:30 pm. FREE TICKETS TO ALL EPPA MEMBERS. Call Kellars at 814-461-0911 to reserve your ticke...
continue readingInformation for SPA In House Tournament on Friday 10/18/24.
Report time will be 8:30 am. The format will be as follows: We will be using the Swish app available on Apple and Android. Please download the app and create an account before Friday. This will allow each player to keep track of games and scores...
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Annual Membership Meeting
ANNUAL MIRABAY PICKLEBALL GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Thursday, December 5, 2024 6:00 p.m. MiraBay Clubhouse On behalf of the MiraBay Pickleball Club Board of Directors, all MPC members are cordially invited to attend our Annual General Membershi...
continue readingMinutes of the October 10, 2024, SPA Board Meeting
[20241010 SPA Meeting Minutes.pdf]
continue readingMore Local Courts
It’s music to our ears when someone says, ‘I know about new pickleball courts.’ Whitford Park just completed the additional two courts, bringing the park total to four! Go check them out while the weather is still nice. [Image-1.jpeg]
continue readingSlidell Pickleball Association Board of Directors Officer for 2025
Upon closing nominations for SPA BOD 2025 Officers, only one person for each position remained as nominees. In addition, Calvin Tregre did offer to run for the office of Treasurer but has recently withdrawn his name as a nominee. Therefore, the ...
continue readingUrban University Merch Sale
Many of you know that EPPA and Urban University have developed a great working relationship over the years. From fundraising to mentoring to learn to play clinics, we have supported this amazing program when we can. Please see below for a way yo...
continue readingMinutes of the BOD Meeting on September 26, 2024
[20240926 SPA Board of Directors Meeting Minutes.pdf]
continue readingPaddle Battle to End the Season
Thank you to the players and spectators who spent the last official day of summer battling it out at Zuck Park! The weather was absolutely gorgeous and the courts were packed. A HUGE thank you to Millcreek for letting EPPA host rating days, Taco...
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This Saturday at Zuck Park EPPA members will battle it out to reach the top court! We need at least one more for the under 3.5 division, currently capped at 20 players, but another court can be added if we get enough! We also encourage anyone ...
continue readingPaddle Battle Clarification
When signing up for Saturday's Paddle Battle event, this style is single registrations ONLY! You do not need a partner. You will randomly be assigned a court and then will play with many different partners throughout the course of the event. ...
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