Pickleball Posts
Autumn Updates...and more
I've recently heard from the City of Erie and Millcreek that the pickleball nets at Baldwin, Zuck, and Asbury will be coming down soon. No firm date, but was told by mid-November. If there is a beautiful fall day after that time, taking your own...
continue readingPickleball Play Opportunities
EPPA Member Jeremy passed this message along regarding pickleball at his church. Great opportunity (especially if you are looking to learn): We have open Pickleball on Thursday nights from 6:30-8:30 at East Lake Road Alliance Church (4500 East L...
continue readingUpcoming Competitive Play
We are coming off of a BIG EPPA Shootout, but one of our goals is to help promote not just our own shootouts, but competitive play throughout the area. We have so many friends who support pickleball in Erie and we want to return the favor. There ...
continue readingThank you and Results
Our Memorial Shootout was a big success! Helen Pappas and Jim Whitford, our honorees, would surely be proud to see the competitive spirit on the courts. We had six divisions and up to TEN courts running between Around the Post and Westwood Racqu...
continue readingMemorial Shootout- Tomorrow!
Saturday, October 14 Memorial Shootout Some notes if you plan to come cheer on your friends. As the weekend approaches, the forecast continues to look dismal. When watching the weather yesterday, Saturday was referred to as a “super soaker”. Pla...
continue readingThis One is for the Birds
Calling all Bird Lovers At our "Learn to Play" pickleball event last week, EPPA member Sue B. generously offered to turn a donated pickleball paddle into something very cool- a bird house! We jumped on the opportunity to see how this turned out...
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MPC Board Opening
If anyone is interested in the Secretary position for the Mirabay Pickle Club please let us know. Respond to this post or email pbcoach002@gmail.com or jpward003@icloud.com. Thank you Position description: The Secretary shall: -Pr...
continue readingCalling all Players!
With our Memorial Shootout quickly approaching, we want to encourage players to sign up for competitive play. If you've never done a shootout, this is a great starting point. If you're a seasoned tournament player, this is a nice opportunity to s...
continue readingConnecting With Other Members
With our Memorial Shootout approaching in October, we are already getting messages asking about helping people partner up. If you are looking to connect for rec play, drilling, tournaments....PLEASE utilize the new capabilities of our website. U...
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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'...
continue readingUpcoming 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...
continue readingWebsite 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 ...
continue readingParking 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 ...
continue readingSpecial 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...
continue readingPaddle 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 ...
continue readingRibbon 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...
continue readingRibbon 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...
continue readingThis 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...
continue readingCan 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...
continue readingNational 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! ...
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