Donna Gillen ’Tis the season to give of ourselves to help others in need. The PebbleCreek Tennis Club will once again hold their St. Mary’s Food Drive, which starts Oct. 30 and culminates with our Tournament and Social honoring Jerry Santy on Nov. 15. Last year the club made a generous donation of canned goods to the food bank. This…
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Sports, September 2023
Cool Times at the Oasis Pool
Donna Gillen The sunset at the Oasis Pool Ramada on Aug. 2 was remarkably beautiful. The temperatures may have been toasty that evening, but the breeze flowing through the Ramada made for a very pleasant dinner and social time for the PebbleCreek Tennis Club. Club members brought items to grill, a dish to pass, and lots…
Sports, July 2023
Tennis Is in Full Swing
Donna Gillen The lazy days of summer may be a phrase, but it doesn’t apply to the tennis courts. There are many activities still running strong, just maybe a little earlier in the day or later in the evening. If you are looking for some great mind and body exercises, look no further. Here’s a…
Sports, May 2023
2023 Mixed Doubles Championship Tournament
Donna Gillen The PebbleCreek Tennis Club held their annual mixed doubles championship tournament on March 23, coordinated by our tournament director Vikki Constable. This event brings out the best of the best tennis players to compete for the honor of having their name engraved on the plaque in the Tennis Hut. Only the top players…
Sports, January 2023
Tennis Club Supports the New Life Center
Donna Gillen The PebbleCreek Tennis Club generously supported the New Life Center this December through monetary and household needs donations. The New Life Center is the largest domestic violence shelter in Arizona. According to the center’s website, it serves more than 1,000 women and children. The drive was held at the Holiday Dinner Dance on…
Sports, January 2023
PebbleCreek Tennis Club Thanks You
Donna Gillen Wow! The St. Mary’s Food Bank drive was outstanding. This year, we exceeded our donations from last year with a whopping 500+ pounds of canned goods to help people in need in our greater Phoenix community. As a club, we are so very grateful for your generosity and sacrifice in helping others in…
Front Page, November 2022
A November to Be Grateful on and off the Courts
Donna Gillen ’Tis the season to give of ourselves to help others in need. The PebbleCreek Tennis Club will once again hold their St. Mary’s Food Drive starting Nov. 1, culminating with our Men’s and Women’s Tournament on Nov. 19. Last year the club made a generous donation of canned goods to the food bank.…
Sports, September 2022
Hot Shots on the Courts!
Donna Gillen With summer winding down, let’s take a look back at some days in July when we never thought the heat would end. In order to play, our court times needed to start very early, our clothing was very light and flowing, ice was abundant, and our drink bottles overflowed with cool refreshment. We…
Sports, August 2022
Tennis Memories by Incognito Octogenarians
Donna Gillen Last month we named many of our seasoned tennis players in PebbleCreek (PC). This month we will highlight those still actively playing, but would like to add their memories and words of wisdom to those who still have the courage and drive to keep active here in our community, but not share their…
Front Page, June 2022
Alley Girls Make Their Mark in Season One
Donna Gillen With all the new growth in PebbleCreek (PC), several women in the tennis club felt there was a need for another 4.0 women’s team to provide competitive opportunities for new, talented players who are moving here. We are happy to report that this new team had a great first year in the West…