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Youth pickleball league on its way

Posted in pickleball, tagged , , on November 13, 2025| Leave a Comment »

Living Hope Foursquare Church in Coupeville is launching a pickleball league for students in grades 6-12 early next year.

Things start Jan. 12 and run through Mar. 2.

The eight-week season will have practices/games one night a week, with separate nights for middle school and high school students.

Every player will receive a jersey, with each night consisting of “a practice, short devotional, and games.”

Cost is $60 per child, though there are discounts if you sign up multiple children.

 

For more info and to register, pop over to:

https://registration.upward.org/UPW89853

 

For adults interested in volunteering to coach or ref, pop over to:

https://registration.upward.org/UPW89853/volunteer

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Time for another paddlin’

Posted in Fundraisers, pickleball, tagged , , , , on March 23, 2025| Leave a Comment »

Lindsey and Landon Roberts embrace the pickleball lifestyle. (Photo courtesy Community Foundation for Coupeville Public Schools)

The first one was a smashing success, so they’re returning for another go-round.

The Community Foundation for Coupeville Public Schools will host a Pickleball FUNdraiser Round Robin Social May 10, with proceeds benefitting local students.

All the action will unfold at the Coupeville High School gym. Doors open at 10:30 AM, with matches starting at 11:15 and ending around 4:00 PM.

A round robin format will be used, with everyone guaranteed at least five matches.

Signups will be limited to 24 two-person teams.

If you have a pickleball racket, bring it with you.

If not, there will be a few that can be borrowed. If you’re going that route, let them know when you signup.

The event is open to all ability levels.

“This a social, a fundraiser, and a chance to get a little exercise while benefitting a great non-profit organization!” said organizer James Steller.

Lunch (including smashburgers), snacks, and drinks will be available, with proceeds adding to the fundraising.

There will also be a raffle, with a “a three-night stay in a great two-bedroom condo at the Sun Peaks, British Columbia resort during the summer of 2025” being the big prize.

With the money it raises each year, the Community Foundation for Coupeville Public Schools provides enrichment grants for teachers and scholarships for students.

 

For more info and to register, pop over to:

https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjI5Mjk1

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Pickleball tourney benefits teachers, students

Posted in Fundraisers, tagged , , on September 15, 2024| Leave a Comment »

Pickleball fever sweeps the prairie. (Image courtesy James Steller)

Pick up a paddle and help support local students and teachers.

The Community Foundation for Coupeville Public Schools is hosting a pickleball fundraiser Oct. 19 at the CHS gym, with the proceeds going to help the group’s work in the classroom.

The foundation provides enrichment grants for teachers and scholarships for teachers, as well as funding the Promise Fund, which supports equity in education.

Whether you’re a pickleball pro or have never played, all skill levels are welcome.

“This is a social, a fundraiser, and a chance to get a little exercise while benefitting a great non-profit organization!” event organizer James Steller said. “We want everyone to have fun.”

There will be a category for people who consider themselves beginners or novices, with another category for those who “think they are a bit better or just OK.”

Each category is limited to 24 players, forming 12 teams.

The event will feature a round robin format, with 3-5 games guaranteed depending on how many people show up.

Lunch, snacks, and drinks will be sold, with a raffle and door prizes as well.

Don’t want to take the court yourself? You can still donate to the cause.

For much more info and to register, pop over to:

https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjE0Mzk5

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Find your pickleball passion

Posted in Community Sports, tagged , , , , on July 7, 2021| Leave a Comment »

It’s the sport that’s sweeping the nation.

Pickleball, invented on Bainbridge Island in the ’60s, combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong into a game perfect for all age, and skill groups.

At the professional level, South Whidbey High School graduates Lindsey and Riley Newman are among the best in the world, raking in money and medals as they terrorize all challengers.

Now, the city of Langley is putting on a community day devoted to the sport, with all events free to the public.

Things go down from 10-2 this Saturday, July 10, at the South Whidbey Sports Complex (5598 Langley Road).

There will be pickleball demonstrations, with raffles and snacks, and the opportunity to sign up for programs.

All ages are welcome, with families encouraged to attend together.

If rain should splatter down upon Langley, the event will be bumped back a week, until Saturday, July 17.

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