Pickleball Posts
Courts are Shaping Up and Demo Day Reminder
I got a few updates about Baldwin today, so I had to stop by and see the courts for myself. WOW!! Both sides of the wall are now blue, the fencing looks incredible- especially the walkway between the courts, and the surface looks prepped. The res...
continue readingTournament Update
We had a great turnout for the Beginner/Novice Rotating Round Robin! We thank all of the players, volunteers, spectators. A special shoutout to the set up and tear down squad as well as our fantastic group of unofficial officiants. You made toda...
continue readingShootout, Clinic, Demo Day!
Beginner/Novice Round Robin- Sunday, May 7 at 1:00pm WOW!!!! The novice players want to play! Thirty spots have filled already. Only six remain and registration closes Friday, May 5th at 5 pm. Thinking about it? Do not wait too long. Check o...
continue readingThank you from Urban University
Thank you to all who supported the Urban University “Be The Change” Pickleball Shootout yesterday to benefit our youth program. Big shoutouts to: Erie Pickleball Players Association, Westwood Racquet Club, all the volunteers, players, spectators, ...
continue readingBeginner/Novice Player? This One is for YOU
We are astounded at the number of players who have participated in beginner clinics/trainings at the local YMCAs, Westwood Racquet Club, and Church of the Cross! * Sorry if I missed anywhere else who teaches beginners* This is so exciting for th...
continue readingProgress at Baldwin and Urban University Shootout
Baldwin Park Things are happening at Baldwin Park! Here are some picture updates. If you are there and see progress and take pictures, feel free to email them to me e.arnold032@gmail.com. Very excited to see these plans for local courts come ...
continue readingRenewals and Lakewood YMCA Tournament
Renewals We have a good amount of members up for renewal in May. You received or will receive email reminders to renew. I just went through the process for my own renewal and it was super easy! You just have to remember that once you click the...
continue readingUpdates from Near and Far
Congrats To the EPPA members who participated in the Minto US Open in Naples, congratulations! I’ve watched footage of the event throughout the week and know I need to get down to Naples for a future US Open. Special shout-out to Oto Hlincik as h...
continue readingGratitude and Good Luck Wishes
Thank you To all of our members who made it to the annual meeting, WOW! Thank you. We had a fantastic turn out with great conversations and feedback. If you missed the meeting, one highlight was celebrating our growth from three members two ye...
continue readingMembers Meeting
A few people reached out saying that they missed the registration deadline for our EPPA annual meeting. If you emailed your RSVP, I have you on the list. If you missed the registration window, it has been extended to 8:00 pm TODAY, Thursday April ...
continue readingPickleball Slam
If you missed the four tennis legends battling it on on the pickleball courts yesterday, it is worth a watch. Click the link Pickleball Slam to see the three doubles matches. SO FUN! Out of any pickleball production (non-PPA, APP, MLP) I’ve watche...
continue readingNational Pickleball Month
March was our highest membership increase since we started EPPA. WELCOME to all of our new members and thank you for joining! You are just in time for April- which is National Pickleball Month. There is a lot going on this month and we hope you...
continue readingOpen Play Updates
Eastside YMCA Pickleball hours for NEXT week, April 3-10 will change due to children being off of school for Spring Break. There will only be play on the following days: • Monday, April 3: 9-11 am • Wednesday, April 5: 9-11 am • Thursday, Apri...
continue readingOutdoor Nets are Springing UP- and more!
Baldwin Park Although the temps are chilly, outdoor courts are ready for players. The nets at Baldwin Park, 1825 West 24th Street, are UP! Hopefully more updates regarding the new court additions at Baldwin will be coming soon. [Baldwin Park] Ar...
continue readingWelcoming Spring- Updates and Reminders
Eastside YMCA Due to the gym being used, there will be NO pickleball this Wednesday, March 22 at the Eastside YMCA. Whitford Park The nets are up at Whitford Park, 5400 Iroquois Ave. With temps warming up, pay them a visit for some outdoor play...
continue readingEPPA Milestone and Members Meeting
All EPPA members will be receiving an invite, via email, to our Annual Members Meeting. A very exciting update: We just reached 300 EPPA members! Two years ago at this time, EPPA had three members. That's amazing growth that we are all proud of,...
continue readingMarch Magic Recap
Yesterday's shootout brought together 56 players in four different divisions. Thank you to our wonderful host, Westwood Racquet Club. We took over eight courts and the level of play was incredible. Thank you to everyone who helped with set up, o...
continue readingSunday's "March Magic" Shootout and Memberships
"March Magic" Shootout Pickleball will be taking over Westwood this Sunday! Starting at 1:00, 3.0 and 3.5 players will hit the courts followed by 4.0 and 4.5 players around 3:00 pm. Our last several shootouts have drawn players from the tri-sta...
continue readingMarch Shootout, Open Play, and More
March Magic Shootout- March 12 There are a few spots left for the March Magic Shootout and registration has been extended until tomorrow, March 7 at 8:00 pm. Get signed up by tomorrow! Team availability is left in 3.5, 4.0, 4.5. If you want to...
continue readingNoteworthy News
I was feeling pretty down tonight after reading the obituary for Jim Whitford. If you are newer to the pickleball scene, I posted a couple of weeks ago about long time player Jim and his impact on many of us. I won't go into as much detail again...
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