Lexington is Going Outdoors

Lexington has recently added 6 outdoor courts. Stay tuned for playing information and schedule.  Thanks to Peter Coleman and Lexington Recreation

Pickler of Distinction

Noel Doherty

 The first words most young children speak are either Momma of Dadda. This wasn't the case for Noel. Actually, he a had a whole sentence, "how can I be of help". His parents were in shock but those of us who know him are not surprised. Noel is always there when something important is happening in the world of pickleball. He was instrumental in getting Burlington up and running and has been a court manager for most of our local tourneys. This along with running a successful business, having the best pball attire and being an all round great guy makes Noel a Pickler of Distinction.

Where did you first hear about PBall?

I read on the Reading Rec home page that they were offering an 8 week class to learn PickleBall, having played tennis for years, I signed up!  Peter Sullivan was the lead, assisted by Mary Ann and Rosemary Dissel ably assisted.  8 weeks later I was on the I V, hooked for life!

Where do you play now?

Actually I play all over, Burlington, Wakefield, Reading, Bedford VA, and West Peabody. In the Winter, Home of the US Open, Naples Florida.

What do you like most about PBall?

It's difficult to select one particular "like"...in no particular order

The people you meet!

It's Fun....Adrenaline Rush...Helps you stay in shape...Competition

What is your favorite vacation Spot?

Anguilla...a small island off the coast of St Martin...the most beautiful beaches in The world...no Cruise Ships...

What is your favorite movie?

King Rat, starring George Segal, survival in a POW camp in WW II

  

What advice would you give new players?

Go on You Tube, a incredible resource!  Subscribe to PickleBall 411, Sarah Ansboury, CJ Johnson, PickleBall Central.  Practice, Practice, Practice.

I set up a practice area in my garage...tape 36" up on the door...and a line 7' from the door,

Great for Volley and Dinking practice.

Billerica Pickleball

Welcome to the 2018 Billerica Pickleball Club
Bring yourself a chair to sit on and water to drink


Location:
Peggy Hannon- Rizza Recreation Complex/ Billerica Recreation Department
CAMPBELL ROAD, BILLERICA (Off of Concord Road)
RESERVATIONS OR INFORMATION 978-671-0921       WWW.TOWN.BILLERICA.MA.US


Players: 
Contact us for the schedule days and times that we will be playing in the Town of Billerica for the Spring, Summer and Fall.  If you are interested in playing with us please let us know what days or nights you will be available. If you have friends that would like to play, let us know. There will be no charge for players but we will be asking for donations.

Beginners:
New players are welcome to learn how to play pickle ball at three different season times. ($40. Registration fee each time). Register at Billerica Recreation ahead of time or see us for the form to be filled out at the court. (Make checks out to Billerica Recreation Dept.)

If anyone is interested in helping us to teach, or if you want to help us out in other ways such as getting the courts ready with the nets and balls, we can always use the help. Let us know.
Hope to see you all soon,
Sheila & Sharon

Sheila          b-s-sartell@comcast.net
Sharon        Disha.1949@yahoo.com
Any questions please contact us.
Courts can also be reserved by using our free on-line court reservation system - www.playlocal.com

Schedule Link Below (Copy and Paste)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_262Jq-U0taOF9MNWxTT3cxaFhVUmxvQk5LMHZOdkQ1Mzlr/view?usp=sharing

Joseph Levine V

A Division

Gold                                                 Mike Donovan  Beth Atkinson

Silver                                              Patti and Phil Ricciardi

Bronze                                          Kathy Farnham  Manny Chung



                                                             
                                                                          B Division

Gold                                               Phil Kelly   Tracy Krok

 Silver                                                    Ann Kinteris  Bobby Devaney

Bronze                                                   Alice McElhinney  Joe Melo


                                                                       Senior Division

 Gold                                     Marybeth Imbruglia    Dave Collins

Silver 

Jean Holt    Mark Pearson

Bronze                                                  Katrine and Andy Batcho

2018 Nutmeg State Games Pickleball Tournament June 22nd, 23rd & 24th  Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT NutmegStateGames.org     |      (860) 788 7041      |      Nutmeg@csmg.org - June 22nd - Women's Doubles, Men's Singles - June 23rd - Mixed Doubles - June 24th - Men's Doubles, Women's Singles Wesleyan University. 15 Courts Skill Level / Age Group Tournament Format - Round Robin / Pool Play Age Groups: Ages 12 & Up Skill Levels: 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0 Registration Deadline: Fri., June 1st NutmegStateGames.org     |      (860) 788 7041      |      Nutmeg@csmg.org Awards and Qualifying: Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals will be awarded in each skill level age category. All medalists will qualify for the 2019 State Games of America Tournament that will take place in Lynchburg, VA from July 31st through August 4th, 2019. NutmegStateGames.org     |      (860) 788 7041      |      Nutmeg@csmg.org

Florida 3

What's Peter Lydecker doing there???

 Along with Susan and Phil

I knew Noel live at the courts but how did Bill find his way there?? Along with Jeanne and Susan.

It's a wonder that anyone is left to play up here!

Did anyone go someplace other than Florida to play?

Karen and Peggy from JP started pickleball in Cayman Brac

Florida 2

Gold Medal Winners in Florida

Rosemary and Pete

 Karen, Peggy (Jamaica Plain) and Joan (Lexington) in The Villages

 We didn't win anything but had lots of laughs