Pickleball Posts

2023 Memorial Shootout - Men's/Women's/Mixed

"If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulder of giants" - Isaac Newton We have all seen the sport we love come so far, but often we forget some of the 'giants' who grew and fostered the development of this sport. They did so in it'...

Upcoming Tournaments

Looking to play an organized shootout? This upcoming weekend offers TWO nearby competitive events. Saturday, Sept. 23: Titusville YMCA Shootout. Click here for info. Sunday, Sept. 24: Kahkwa Club's Fall Ball Shootout. See below for info. SAVE T...

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Website Update- Leveling UP

I've said previously that our website is more than a site, it is a member portal where you can register for events, shootouts, renew your membership, and get the latest pickleball news. If you wonder why you have to sign in to your account- it's ...

Parking Reminder

I’ve been asked to remind our members about parking at Baldwin Park: • If you park on Berst, please use the area the city has mowed for parking. The mowed area can hold about 10 vehicles. Also, leave an opening so those who do park there are not ...

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Special Offer!

Sometimes great deals come along because people love our EPPA members. Bobby Borgia of Kellar's Modern Magic & Comedy Club is extending a very special offer for the shows this weekend: FREE tickets for EPPA members. Come see Jackie Fabulous Fr...

Paddle Mix Up and Beginner Clinic

Attention Glenwood Pickleballers There was a paddle mix up with the Joola Hyperion CAS blue paddle (see below). If you play with this paddle at the Glenwood YMCA, please check your paddle! If you see the initials "PHH" above the grip and your ...

Ribbon Cutting for Baldwin Park

Although we have been playing on the beautiful Baldwin courts all summer, today was special! City employees came together with members from our EPPA community to officially dedicate the courts. It's hard to convince people who do not play pick...

Ribbon Cutting Take TWO

A few quick reminders that have been brought to my attention before I get to the good stuff. • Please make sure if you are using the squeegees and brooms that you re-lock them appropriately! The lock should be wrapped around the handle AND the ba...

Andre Francis

This Weekend's Clinics in the Burgh

Hello, Pickleball Enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to share that our recent weekend clinic was an overwhelming success, filling up in just 4 hours after Elena graciously posted about it! My apologies to those who couldn't make it off the waitlist to jo...

Can Every Tuesday be EPPA Taco Tuesday?

WOW! Today was a day for EPPA! We celebrated National Pickleball Day, participated in our very first Erie Gives Day, and held our biggest event yet- Taco Tuesday. We appreciate every member who supports us. Our membership is at our highest yet...

National Pickleball Day and MORE

Today is a big day for pickleballers, and an even bigger day for Erie Pickleballers! • Taco Tuesday: if you pre-registered for this event, we can't wait to see you starting at 5:00 pm at Zuck Park. The weather is looking GREAT for this evening! ...

Merchandise has Arrived

If you ordered EPPA merchandise, it is in! Some logistics on getting it to you: • If you chose to have it sent directly to you, the items will be mailed out tomorrow. • If you are registered for Taco Tuesday tomorrow at Zuck Park, I will bring y...

Open Play Reminders

Any time new pickleball courts open up, there are going to be some growing pains. We (EPPA members) can help facilitate some of the flow at the courts because many of us have been participating in the open play scene for some time. Not everyone w...

Two Upcoming Clinics

One of EPPA's goals is to provide opportunities for all levels of pickleball players. We are offering two clinics this month! One for intermediate (3.5 ish) players and one for those new to the sport. Limited spots are available and we expect b...

Zuck and Asbury Updates

One more update for today: From Millcreek- Zuck Park needs to stay closed for one more day while concrete sets, we will probably open them tomorrow evening. If someone were to run into a post before the concrete sets, it would ruin the fencing....

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Last Call

Taco Tuesday Registration for Taco Tuesday on August 8 featuring pickleball, El Amigo tacos, and MAMBO closes tonight at 8:00 pm! NO late registrations will be accepted. This event is completely free to EPPA members, no guests permitted for thi...

Zuck Park Update

The fence installation at Zuck Park will start tomorrow, Tuesday August 1. There will be NO pickleball at Zuck Park until further notice! As soon as I know more about the reopening of the courts, I will let you know. Enjoy the beautiful weather t...

Reminders- Baldwin Park and Taco Tuesday

Baldwin Park • The roller squeegee and push broom have been secured to the outside fencing, north side of court 4 (the Challenge Court) • The city suggested we leave them on the outside so no players run into them • Some "Baldwin regulars" have t...