Barbara Wellington The 10th Annual PebbleCreek Pickleball Club Invitational Tournament is open for registration! The play dates are Feb. 25, 26, and 27, 2026. This fun tournament, in Goodyear, Ariz., is great for players rated 3.0-5.0, age 50+. Players at check–in will receive a special t-shirt and nutritious treats will be nearby to get things…
Tag: Pickleball Club
November 2025, Sports
Dedication of Bill Segal’s Table
Joe Lorino Honoring Bill Segal Family and friends of Bill Segal gathered at the mini Ramada on the North Courts on Sept. 27 for a special occasion: the dedication of Bill’s Table. This event brought together those who knew and cherished Bill, celebrating his impact on PebbleCreek and the Pickleball community. A Gift to the…
July 2025, Sports
Captain Kathy’s Pickleball for Beginners
Spike Razem Teaching pickleball to PebbleCreekers needs to be educational and fun. “Captain” Kathy Aalto, along with her various instructors and student partners, performs this excellent role for the PebbleCreek (PC) Pickleball Club on a weekly basis. As most active adults agree, pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in North America and proves to be important…
May 2025, Sports
New Pickleball Club Board of Directors
Charla McGue With the passing of the baton from one board of directors to the next, we want to recognize Bob Weldon, Jonathan Coulter, Lori McLinton, Pam Cagle, and Marty Braden for their many accomplishments over the past year, especially the opening of the North Courts. We also welcome our new President, Dennis Poppe; Vice President,…
May 2025, Sports
Pickleball Club Championship Tournament Winners
Charla McGue The Pickleball Club held their annual Club Championship Tournament with over 270 participants and hundreds of spectators cheering them on. This event is a club favorite and brings out players from all levels and age brackets. The three-day double elimination format provides great competition and parity of play as competitors battle it out…
Sports, February 2025
PebbleCreek Pickleball Club Events
Pam McWhorter December 6 through Dec. 8, 2024, was an eventful weekend for the PebbleCreek Pickleball Club. First, the 3rd Team Challenge event was launched on Friday, Dec. 6. This Challenge has taken a permanent place in our club’s schedule due to its popularity. On Saturday, the annual toy drive was a huge success. Kathy…
January 2025, Generals
It’s Time to Register for 9th Annual Pickleball Tournament
Barbara Wellington The 9th Annual PebbleCreek Pickleball Club tournament is open for registration! The play dates are Feb. 26, 27, and 28 This fun tournament is great for players rated 3.0-5.0, age 50+. Players are treated to yummy snacks and our beautiful courts that make this tournament a real standout. Additionally there will be sponsors…
December 2024, Front Page
Pickleball Club Tournament and Opening Celebration Brunch
Pam McWhorter On Nov. 1 through Nov. 3 PebbleCreek Pickleball Club members participated in the Final 4 Tournament. Over 300 individuals from our club competed in the tournament, which drew a large crowd of local spectators. There were 8 brackets in the men’s tournament, 7 in the women’s, and 9 in the mixed doubles. Everything…
November 2024, Sports
Lights! Camera! Action! PebbleCreek Pickleball Club Is Alive and Well!
Pam McWhorter The calendar indicates that autumn is here, even though the temperatures have been above average. Some of the snowbirds are back and the courts have reached a much fuller capacity. Our club has several events on the agenda, and pictures will be forthcoming in the next issue! Oct. 14 is the day the…
October 2024, Sports
Attention Snowbirds: What’s Up with PebbleCreek Pickleball Club?
Pam McWhorter Throughout the summer, Marty Braden’s volunteer team of pickleball court fixer–uppers have been actively maintaining the old courts and adding the “bling” to our new North Courts. When the snowbirds come back, they will find that our community has 36 courts at two different locations within our gates. Courts 1–20 are located at…