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…
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Front Page, August 2022
Summer’s in Swing for Tennis!
Donna Gillen The dog days of summer are upon us. Fortunately, we have had some nice monsoons and, as of this writing, seasonal temperatures. For those of us who have braved staying here in PebbleCreek these months take note—there are still many things to do here. At the Eagle’s Nest courts, there is Men’s Drop-In…
Sports, August 2022
A Shout Out to Our Nonagenarian Tennis Players!
Donna Gillen Nonagenarian: A person between the ages of 90-99. It was with awe to discover that here in PebbleCreek there are 90+-year-olds still actively playing tennis. Upon interviewing each of these amazing men, it was deemed important to recognize their astounding achievements. Our youngest is George Bohl, a mere 91 years young. He started…
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…
Sports, June 2022
Men’s Tennis Championship Served Up Talent and Prizes
Donna Gillen Three days in April, that’s all they needed! The atmosphere, as well as the courts, were filled with the excitement of the best and brightest male tennis players vying for cash prizes. It’s been three years since Randy’s Rowdy Rascals Tennis Tournament occurred, and those three days were phenomenal. The men were ready…
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…
Sports, May 2022
Hit Men Tennis Team
Sports, May 2022
PebbleCreek Tennis: Mixed Doubles 2022 Championship Tournament
Donna Gillen On March 12, the PC Tennis Club had an exciting morning by which the best of the best competed in our annual tennis championship tourney, coordinated by tournament director Aquine Jackson. This event took place on a gorgeous and dazzling Saturday morning. There were sixteen participants in the tournament, with two categories, “A”…
Sports, May 2022
The Racquettes Shine!
Donna Gillen The Racquettes 4.0 Women’s Tennis Team placed 2nd this year in their division. The team has been led by Marty McAllister for the past eight years. Under her leadership, the team has grown into one of the best in the West Valley. Marty indicated that this was her last year as captain, and…
Features, April 2022
PebbleCreek Tennis 3.5 Men’s Team Enjoys Fun and Friendship
Donna Gillen The 3.5 men’s tennis team had an exceptionally great year. This year the team placed third overall in the West Valley League consisting of eight teams. The captain of the team is Mike Harter and Troney Hutchins is the co-captain. The team consists of 11 players, and for many on the team, they…