Columbus Pickleball Club
April 2024 Newsletter (#2)
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Thank you! Jennifer Villiger
Defend the Den - March 2nd - Hiawasseee, GA
Mixed 3.5 60+
Bronze: Sam and Debbie Cotton
River City Classic - March 8th thru 10th - Owensboro, KY
Women's 3.0 50+
Bronze: Paula Bandos and Judy Cummings
TLAC Winter League 2024
Men's
Chris Braun - 2nd
Women's
Cyndi Purvis - 1st
Intermediate
Floyd Rutan - 1st
Save the Sea Turtles Tourney - March 14th - Port St. Joe, FL
Women's 2.5-3.49 60+ 70+
Gold: Rose Ann Dunlap and partner
Columbus Spring Open - March 15th thru 17th - TLAC
Women's 3.0
Silver: Julie Geilker and partner
Bronze: Sue Wildemann and partner
Men's 3.0
Gold: Rich Jordan and Wayne Purvis
Mixed 3.0
Gold: Julie Geilker and partner
Mixed 3.0 60+
Gold: Rich Jordan and Bonnie Rogers
Silver: Terry Alverson and Norma Brown
Bronze: Paula Bandos and Joe Kresovsky
Mixed 3.5
Bronze: Mike and Kelly Fox
Mixed 3.5 60+
Bronze: Juliana Bernabe and Sam Cotton
Mixed 4.0
Silver: Shelly Burnside and partner
Mixed 4.5+
Silver: Ashley Merchant and partner
PickleballBrackets.com
Search for upcoming tournaments in IN, KY, and OH on www.pickleballbrackets.com. Must create login profile to register.
In the search field, choose country and state, or name of tournament to search for tournaments.
Close to Home
May 4th
May 31st - June 2nd
Columbus, IN
Registration Deadline: May 22, 2024
https://pickleballbrackets.com/lnkHdlr.aspx?eid=1e25d89d-7ab1-494b-bc85-f75fc0661389
May 17th - 19th
Pendleton, IN
Registration Deadline: May 8, 2024
https://pickleballbrackets.com/lnkHdlr.aspx?eid=2f8b05fe-0f72-4163-857e-5171a71edf25
June 7th - 9th
Franklin, IN
Registration Deadline: May 25, 2024
https://pickleballbrackets.com/lnkHdlr.aspx?eid=204f3362-c107-4f79-b240-5715a100341f
June 21st - 23rd
Shelbyville, IN
Registration Deadline: June 14, 2024
https://pickleballbrackets.com/lnkHdlr.aspx?eid=f9e76b70-5251-4328-8c7f-6f3b0cedd015
July 20th and 21st
Pendleton, IN
Registration Deadline: July 12, 2024
https://pickleballbrackets.com/lnkHdlr.aspx?eid=8bbe75d0-bbba-4dcd-aa7f-8bb51a664cfa
August 3rd and 4th
Franklin, IN
Registration Deadline: July 27, 2024
https://pickleballbrackets.com/lnkHdlr.aspx?eid=9998516a-be32-4332-8644-08a8c8974cb3
A Little Farther
May 10th - 12th
Evansville, IN
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2024
https://pickleballbrackets.com/lnkHdlr.aspx?eid=49aa5aed-873e-4821-82e8-21356a14fc1a
May 18th and 19th
Terre Haute, IN
Registration Deadline: May 12, 2024
https://pickleballbrackets.com/lnkHdlr.aspx?eid=fa02f0d6-deeb-4731-9b22-a918b1ffe5c8
Chris Braun, Affiliate
Pickleball Superstore is the official online retailer of the APP Tour and CPC member Chris Braun is an investor and affiliate.
Pickleball Superstore has everything you need. Shop with the code ChrisB-105615 and receive 10% off!
For quick access go to: https://pickleballsuperstore.com/discount/ChrisB-105615
Also, for a limited time, additional affiliates are being accepted into their program. To learn more about the affiliate program, contact Chris Braun at 646-334-3554 or email: chrisbraun@mac.com
Ashley Merchant, Onix Ambassador
If you need balls, paddles, or other Onix accessories, be sure to contact Ashley Merchant for Onix discounts. You can email her at ashleymerchant23@gmail.com or text her at (812) 343-6837.
Ashley and Altaf are part of the Game Day CBD team too. Reach out to Ashley via e-mail with any questions. Ashley says, "This is really great stuff and has personally helped me recover from injuries, and my mom too."
Austin Carmack, Six Zero Ambassador
Austin Carmack is an ambassador for Six Zero Pickleball. Six Zero is a leading manufacturer of thermoformed pickleball paddles. Whether it’s carbon fiber or Kevlar, Six Zero has a paddle that will suit your playing style. Six Zero has a full line of premium paddles as well as quality made apparel and accessories. If you are interested in demoing some of these paddles, please send an e-mail to austincarmack57@gmail.com or call (217) 294-2360. Please reach out to Austin for more information as well as a discount code for your purchase. Order at https://www.sixzeropickleball.com
Sharon Guingrich, Prolite Ambassador
Sharon Guingrich is a local Prolite Pickleball Ambassador. If you would like to try a demo paddle, need more information, or would like to purchase, contact Sharon Guingrich at 812-679-7477. The paddles are also for sale at Tipton Lakes Athletic Club. Sharon also offers private or semi-private lessons. To schedule a private or group lesson, contact Sharon on her cell or email sharon2k@hotmail.com.
Troy Wright, Diadem Ambassador
Contact Troy at Purduepilot90@gmail.com or cell 812-314-1400.
Troy is also the USA Pickleball District Ambassador of West Central Indiana and Ambassador of Johnson County as well as a Certified Professional Coach for the PPR (Professional Pickleball Registry).
Pickleball Trips
Travel and Pickleball--a great combination!
From Pickleball Trips website: Explore our curated trips, where passion for the sport meets the thrill of travel. From stunning destinations to world-class coaching, our trips offer an unbeatable combination of competition and camaraderie. Join us on the court and explore the world, one game at a time.
Want a more detailed itinerary for a list of locations, prices, and dates? Check out the Trips page to learn more about each trip: https://pulse.ly/6j0sfwpqn2.
Pickleball Getaways
From Pickleball Getaways: Explore beautiful Mexico and learn from our best coaches on how to improve your pickleball game! This pickleball getaway is one of our most popular trips, and for good reason!
To sign up and for more information go to: https://www.pickleballgetaways.com/
LevelUp Pickleball Camps
Our camps are offered at three different levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. So, whether you're looking for a new activity to try or you want to become a pro, our camps can help. During our beginner pickleball instruction camp, you'll learn the game’s fundamentals. You'll also learn the mechanics necessary to excel at the game and become an intermediate. Once you've had some practice, you’re ready for the intermediate class, which covers your stroke techniques and advanced strategies. Finally, the advanced camp will take a deep dive into the game’s strategies, skills, and techniques to get you on your way to pro-level. All our camps incorporate drills to familiarize yourself with the game’s movements and footwork.
For more information: https://www.leveluppickleballcamps.com/camp-program.
LevelUp Camp - May 15/16, 2024 - Indianapolis, IN
West Indy Racquet Club
As of 3/31/2024 there were 20 remaining spots
Head Pro Kyle McMakin: Levelup Head Instructor, Two-time 5.0 Triple Crown Winner, National Gold Medalist, PPA Gold Medalist (men's doubles), 6.0 DUPR Rating
For more information: https://www.leveluppickleballcamps.com/product-page/may-15-16-2024-indianapolis-in-intermediate-3-0-4-5
Gamma Pickleball Camps
For more information: https://gammapickleballcamps.com/find-a-camp/
The Foundations program is for players that have a 2.0 to 3.0 rating that are looking to improve their game.
*The Intermediate program is for players that have a 3.0 to 4.0 rating that are looking to improve their game. Players should be able to keep the ball in play during short rallies, use third shot drops during match play, and attempt to consistently dink cross court and down the line. The objective of Intermediate camps is to reinforce solid stroke technique, transitional play from the baseline to the non-volley zone, and also game-winning strategies so that participants can move to the next level of play.
*This program is not for someone who considers themselves a beginner.
Each day includes direct instruction of specific strokes and strategies, skill development, and game implementation. Each learning segment is concluded with a culminating game. All aspects of the game will be included: including injury prevention, mental toughness training, and competitive-edge practices.