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2025 Slidell Gyms' Holiday Schedule
From the Desk of Jennifer Drennan, Slidell Parks Dept. Good afternoon! Each year, I post the list of closures due to Holidays/scheduled events/elections so that you can make a note of it. Holiday closures affect ALL City of Slidell offices/buil...
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Information and Opportunities
Hoping 2025 is off to a great start for all of our favorite pickleballers! An article was recently shared with me that I thought all of you would enjoy. Although I cringed when the article referred to a pickleball paddle as a "racquet" (it's a P...
continue readingHappy 2025!
As 2024 draws to a close, the EPPA Board appreciates your continued support! We had a year filled with competitive play, social events, education via rating days/clinics and most importantly- lots of FUN! 2025 will bring us more outdoor courts a...
continue readingEPPA Elves Hard at Work
Today the EPPA elves were hard at work spreading holiday cheer to Around the Post, Church of the Cross, Eastside YMCA, and Presque Isle Pickleball. Players across the county enjoyed cookies and bottled water as well as laughter, competition, and ...
continue readingUpcoming Tournaments
If you are seeking some competitive pickleball in January, here are some great opportunities to start 2025 with a potential medal! Neither are EPPA events, so please contact the organizers directly with any questions. Dink In The New Year Januar...
continue readingBringing the Cheer to YOU!
Mother Nature wasn't cooperating leading up to our planned EPPA Holiday Party, but Snowmageddon 2024 will not kill our holiday spirit. On Monday, December 23, EPPA representatives will be bringing the cheer to YOU! Please plan to play at one of ...
continue readingMinutes of the December 11, 2024, SPA Board Meeting
[20241211 SPA Meeting Minutes.pdf]
continue readingHoliday Party Cancelled
With the barrage of snow that has fallen on us over the last week, roads still remain treacherous in some areas. We have decided to cancel Sunday's event at BOTH locations- Around the Post and Presque Isle Pickleball. The well-being of our membe...
continue readingOne Holiday Party- TWO Locations!
You will be getting two emails soon to register for our annual holiday party. You are not seeing double. With our growing membership, EPPA is once again hosting our holiday party- but with a twist! Same date and time, TWO different options of pl...
continue readingMinutes of the November 20, 2024, SPA Board Meeting
[20241120 SPA Meeting Minutes.pdf]
continue readingChristmas Pot Luck Party and Pickleball Reindeer Games
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continue readingSave the Date
EPPA’s annual holiday party will be held on Sunday, December 8. Full details and registration will be released on Monday. This event is for EPPA members only! If you know someone who would like to attend, they can join EPPA (or renew membership) ...
continue readingBeginner 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...
continue readingBeginner Competitive Play
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. ...
continue readingSlidell 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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