Boston Pickleball

Boston Pickleball

Monday, December 22, 2014

The Snowflake Success

The Snowflake Success
Danvers Indoor Sports
First Place
Julie Bosch and Donald Forester
Second Place
Linda Reith and Peter Sullivan
Third Place
Sue Carnevale and Bob Bristol

Kathleen Shure returns to play after 4 month layoff to face Bob Bristol in a cage match. Also back from injury was Jon Power of Kennebunkport late of Charlestown

Remember Friday nights in Danvers at Indoor Sports 7-10 PM

Special Thanks to Kerry Baser for organizing the event

Friday, December 12, 2014

Dedham Health and Athletic Complex Tries Pickleball

There are some very good athletes who don't play on the North Shore, Reading, Malden or Merrimack Valley. Who would have thought ........

Sunday, November 30, 2014

Pickleball for the Holidays




For some pickleball locations, there is a break between now and the first of the year. Fortunately, we now have many other sites and there will always be a place to play. Check the blog at www.bostonpickleball.blogspot.com and I will try to keep the schedule up to date. Let's review some of these ........

MALDEN  SALEMWOOD SCHOOL
Three courts on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM

BEVERLY STERLING Y
Three courts on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 10:00 PM

LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL FIELDHOUSE
Wednesday evenings 7:15 to 9:15 PM

ANDOVER BANCROFT SCHOOL
Wednesday evenings 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

DANVERS INDOOR SPORTS
Friday evenings 7:00 to 10:00 PM

Always check to see if there are any changes.

Sunday, November 16, 2014

Beverly YMCA

Reading takes Gold and Silver


Our own Bob Bristol won gold and Jane Flynn took silver in the recent blind draw tournament at the Beverly YMCA. Also participating for the home team were Judy Forester, Natalie O'Connell, John Doherty and Kevin O'Connell. 


From the left; John and Colleen vs. Dave and Jane



Natalie Focused


Kevin on the far left and Bob on the far right conferring with their partners


In the advanced group play, Donald Forester and myself made it through two rounds. So what if one was by way of a bye. We lost a squeaker at the end 15-13.
The Peace, Love and Rock N Roll Boys


Judy and Donald warming up






Thursday, November 6, 2014

What's Up

Add Lexington to the Places to Play. On Wednesday at 7:15 PM, we played our first game of  pickleball in the Lexington High School Field House. We started with two nets and can expand if necessary. The new group of beginners that started this week will be bringing reinforcements. 

***Be sure to check the blog www.bostonpickleball.blogspot.com before coming, since there will be a number of Wednesdays when the Field House will be unavailable.
                                                               Dome Two


Huckins Farm in Bedford MA is eager this coming spring to convert a tennis court to multiple use, which means lines for pickleball. While Huckins Farm is private, I'm hoping we may get some guest passes to spread around.



Thursday, October 23, 2014

Membership in our national organization

Check out the information below and then sign up on the usapa.org web site


USAPA Membership



STAY informed. STAY connected. BE a part of the exciting future of pickleball! The USAPA’s membership is comprised of people who, just like you, share a passion for our great game! When you join the USAPA, you receive exclusive benefits for your membership.
In addition, your membership supports USAPA initiatives such as:
  • Maintaining rules and equipment standards
  • Introductory and developmental programs for all ages
  • Provide competitive play through USAPA sanctioned events and tournaments

What Benefits Will I Receive?
  • USAPA T-Shirt (New Members & Multi-Year Renewals)
  • Official Membership Card
  • Secondary Medical Insurance in Sanctioned Events
  • ‘Partner Search’ on USAPA Website
  • Points for USAPA Sanctioned Tournaments
  • Discount on USAPA Net System (Click Here)
  • Discounts on USAPA Embroidered Apparel (Click Here)
  • USAPA Monthly Newsletter
  • Official IFP Rulebook (Multi-Year Renewals)
  • Access to Discount Network
  • USAPA Window Decal
  • Membership ‘Look-Up’ on USAPA Website

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USAPA Membership Plans

(valid from date of enrollment)
TYPE
1 YR
3 YR
5 YR
Youth (21 or less)
$20
$54
$80
Adult (22+)
$25
$68
$100
Family (3+ members)
(living in the same household)
$60
$145
$210

MEMBERSHIP QUESTIONS?
We are here to help. Please email Member Services today!

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Beverly Tournament

PICKLE

FOR 

FUN AND FUNDS

PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

GREATER BEVERLY YMCA

Please join us for the our Inaugural Pickleball Tournament to benefit the Y Annual Campaign. Proceeds 

from the event will go towards families in need of assistance for Y programs.

Saturday November 15th at the Douglas Stephens Teen Center

Registration begins at 8:30am

Games begin at 9:00am

The event will consist of warmup games followed by a double 

elimination tournament. 

• Random draw for partners

• All skill levels welcome

• All players will receive a t shirt

• Light refreshments will be available throughout the event

• Cost is $25 per player

• Preregistration is encouraged 

For more information please contact:

Casey Sudak

978-564-3482

sudakc@northshoreymca.org