The Palm Creek Pickleball Club is run solely on volunteers. If you are a new member to our Club, please consider where you can help make this Club run smoothly. As they say, it takes a village.
Director- Court Utilization
Responsible for developing a court utilization schedule for all players
Chair a committee made up of representatives from all levels to evaluate the schedule and recommend changes to the Board.
We rely on our long-time members to help new members with these rules.
Cancellations of Round Robins due to Weather
Look at your events on the Member's App.
When RR are cancelled, it will be indicated there.
Organized Play Schedule
The current schedule will be in effect until April 4.
Then the April Mini Schedule will take effect.
Did You Know?
Interesting Facts for this Season
We have 69 Canadian Members, the most of them coming from Alberta.
The highest number of members hail from Colorado. (113)
Washington takes second place with 63.
Massachusetts, Virginia, and New Hampshire are tied with one member each.
81 members did not list their State or Province.
As of today, we have 884 members.
Volunteering
Planning your visit to Palm Creek for the 2021-22 season?
Think about your opportunities to volunteer.
Our volunteers ensure that our club runs smoothly everyday.
We plan to make it easy to sign up for volunteer opportunities when you sign up or renew your membership for 2021-22.
Hopefully, we will be able to have all of our activities, including tournaments, round robins, meetings, parties and the dance, and training available next season. This will require each of us to focus on volunteering to make it the best season yet. You can make a difference.
Thank you in advance for volunteering!
Reminders
Mask Up! Keep our Courts Open!
Wear your Palm Creek badge when using courts.
Write pertinent health information on the back.
It is a good idea to write your name on your paddle.
Professor Drop Shot Says......
..It's hard to beat a
person who never
gives up...
Babe Ruth
Be like Professor Drop Shot.
Stay Healthy!
Your Board of Directors: George McCulley, Dawn Vaughan, John Winston, Susan Baldwin, Cheryl Flynn, Bob Bonack, David Rash
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Wednesday Newsletter
Paddle Day
Saturday
3 p.m.- 5 p.m.
Vendors will be spread out on the courts.
Ball Machines will be set up.
If you are looking for a new paddle, come try them out!
Support our member-vendors!
Door Prizes!
Please wear a face covering, and observe distancing guidelines.
Board of Directors 2021- 2022
Term begins April 1, 2021
President- Chuck Kenney
Vice President- Susan Baldwin
Secretary- Dawn Vaughan
Treasurer- John Winston
Member at Large- Diane Martin
Member at Large- David Rash
Member at Large- Jean-Martin Verreault (JM)
Permanent Structure Update
Several Board Members met with Scott regarding a permanent space at the courts. Scott was agreeable, and will present the proposal to Sun Community Corporate office. This structure would provide the club with space for Round Robin check-in, tournaments, meetings, and a place to gather.
We hope to begin before the end of the season.
Volunteer Appreciation
For those volunteers who were unable to pick up your gift last week, Board members will be at the tent today From 11- 12:30 p.m.
We want to give a shout-out to all the wonderful volunteers that have helped us navigate a challenging season. Our Club operates solely with volunteers and their time is very valuable and appreciated. On Friday, commemorative water bottles were presented to this season’s volunteers. For those that were unable to stop by Friday and get theirs, we will be delivering them to you in the next few days. Thanks again!!
Paddle Day
February 27, 2021
3 p.m.- 5 p.m.
Vendors
Kendall Carson- One Shot
Al Hager- Selkirk
Dan Hopkins- Head Sports
Chris Mayberry- Gearbox
Maurice Parobec- Paddletek
Incrediwear Athletic Wraps
For safety, vendors will be spread out on separate courts. Please wear a face covering and observe physical distancing.
Ball machines will be set up to "test drive" new paddles.
Permanent Structure Update
Board Members John Winston, David Rash, and Bob Bonack met with Palm Creek Manager Scott Houle and Assistant Manager Gabrielle Gonzales this past week to make a presentation on our plans for a Pavilion type building that we plan to have constructed in the area where the tent is located. Palm Creek Management was very receptive and supportive. The next step is for them to present the idea and discuss with Sun Communities Management. In the meantime, we will talk with a contractor and work on finalizing our plans.
Training
All training classes will end by March 13.
Thank You to our wonderful Training Team!
Bev Pratt and her team did a great job of providing training opportunities for members while being as safe as possible.
Reminders
Mask Up! Keep our Courts Open!
Wear your Palm Creek badge when using courts.
Write pertinent health information on the back.
It is a good idea to write your name on your paddle.
Stickers available at the Welcome Tent.
Battle of the Branches Pickleball Tournament
Postponed until November 18 - 20, 2021
Subject to change due to COVID restrictions.
Professor Drop Shot Says......
A Huge Thank You to
our Volunteers!
Be like Professor Drop Shot.
Stay Healthy!
Your Board of Directors: George McCulley, Dawn Vaughan, John Winston, Susan Baldwin, Cheryl Flynn, Bob Bonack, David Rash
NO Email invites for this event, but it will show up in EVENTS
in the Wild Apricot Members App.
Register in the App.
Mask Up! Keep our Courts Open!
Please wear a mask when you are not actively playing.
Please avoid gathering before and after your Round Robin.
Please arrive no more than 30 minutes before your Round Robin.
Need a New Paddle?
Mark your Calendars! Our Annual Paddle Day is scheduled for the afternoon of February 27th. Details will be announced in next Sunday's newsletter.
Note: There will be strict health and safety protocols governing this year's event, and your cooperation will be required.
DID YOU KNOW?
The 2021 pickleball rules include a new 'Drop Serve' option. Basically, you drop the ball, let it bounce, then serve it. The thing to remember is, it's a "gravity drop". No tossing it up. No propelling it down. It is a service fault if you do. Check out Rule 4.A.8 in the new 2021 USA Pickleball Rulebook. Download your free copy at:
It is a good idea to write your name on your paddle.
Stickers available at the Welcome Tent.
Observations and Assessments
Hard to believe, but the end of our season is rapidly approaching. With that, many of our dedicated and hard working observation teams will be leaving the resort soon. This means that we cannot accept any additional observation requests. However, we will do our very best to get everyone currently in the queue completed.
Professor Drop Shot Says......
Please take time to vote
for your Board members.
Be like Professor Drop Shot.
Stay Healthy!
Your Board of Directors: George McCulley, Dawn Vaughan, John Winston, Susan Baldwin, Cheryl Flynn, Bob Bonack, David Rash
In an effort to keep our members safe, we are holding the Meet and Greet for Candidates on three successive days from 11a.m. - 12 p.m. Please wear a mask, and keep a safe distance while getting to know the Candidates.
February 10
Chuck Kenney
Dani McLeod
February 11
Kendall Carson
Diane Martin
February 12
JM Verreault
Dawn Vaughan
Mask Up! Keep our Courts Open!
Please wear a mask when you are not actively playing.
Please avoid gathering before and after your Round Robin.
Please arrive no more than 30 minutes before your Round Robin.
Voting for Board of Directors
February 15- 19, 2021- Electronic Voting will take place. Each member will receive an email ballot. Each vote is anonymous. We cannot see how anyone votes.
Due to the limitations on gatherings this season, there will not be any in-person General Meetings. This newsletter is the best we can offer at present.
If you do not feel well, or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID, STAY HOME!
This is for the safety of EVERYONE!
Mask Up! Keep our Courts Open!
Permanent Structure Update
Bob is diligently working on plans for our permanent structure. We are envisioning an open concept area with pavers, only two solid walls for safety from softballs, and storage.
There will be plenty of room for holding tournaments, as well as meetings and happy hours (when we can).
We will need volunteers with construction experience to help get this done.
You can make more friends in two months by becoming more interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get people interested in you.
Dale Carnegie
Be like Professor Drop Shot.
Stay Healthy!
Your Board of Directors: George McCulley, Dawn Vaughan, John Winston, Susan Baldwin, Cheryl Flynn, Bob Bonack, David Rash
Club members may nominate another member or themselves for any of the open Board positions. The nomination is to be communicated to the Club President in writing or by other recognized electronic means.
Reminders
Wear your Palm Creek badge when using courts.
Stickers available at the Welcome Tent.
You can still send a note to Chris Ferrell, the book is at the Welcome Table.
The Club Store
Sales end January 15
Click the link below to view the shirt options available.
The order will be placed once we meet the minimum.
You must be able to pick up your shirts in person once they arrive.
Club members may nominate another member or themselves for any of the open Board positions. The nomination is to be communicated to the Club President in writing or by other recognized electronic means.
Reminders
Wear your Palm Creek badge when using courts.
Stickers available at the Welcome Tent.
Round Robins will be self-lead on New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day so our volunteers can enjoy the holidays with their family.
Welcome Table will be closed on New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day so our volunteers can enjoy the holidays with their family.
You can still send a note to Chris Ferrell, the book is at the Welcome Table.
The Club Store
Sales end January 15
Click the link below to view the shirt options available.
The order will be placed once we meet the minimum.
You must be able to pick up your shirts in person once they arrive.
In this year of craziness, let us all remember how very lucky we are to be in this beautiful resort playing the sport we all love. Our mission as a club includes promoting health, wellness, and a sense of community. In our Organized Play groups, we are creating groups consisting of members with similar playing abilities. As our play groups gain new members, please welcome them and set a positive example of kindness and caring.
Club members may nominate another member or themselves for any of the open Board positions. The nomination is to be communicated to the Club President in writing or by other recognized electronic means.
Reminders
Wear your Palm Creek badge when using courts.
Stickers available at the Welcome Tent.
Round Robins will be self-lead on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day so our volunteers can enjoy the holidays with their family.
Welcome Table will be closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day so our volunteers can enjoy the holidays with their family.
You can still send a note to Chris Ferrell, the book is at the Welcome Table.
The Club Store is Open.
Click the link below to view the shirt options available.
The order will be placed once we meet the minimum.
You must be able to pick up your shirts in person once they arrive.
He has been appointed to fill the vacant Member at Large position. His term will go through March 31, 2022. You can find David every Thursday morning mentoring the 2.0/2.5 group on courts 9 - 12.
Please use your phone to take a picture of the grid when playing in a Round Robin. You can keep it in your bag, and see where you play next. This will help to decrease gathering at the kiosk between games.
Thank you to those who submitted suggestions for the Reader Boards.
Watch for yours!
Well-wishes for Chris Ferrell
Chris and Randy have volunteered to be Tournament Directors for the Duel in the Desert for the last 2 years. Chris is having surgery this month. There is a book at the Welcome Table for anyone who would like to send Chris a note.
Professor Drop Shot Says......
Life is like riding a bicycle.
To keep your
Balance,
you must keep moving.
Albert Einstein
Stay Healthy!
Your Board of Directors: George McCulley, Dawn Vaughan, John Winston, Susan Baldwin, Cheryl Flynn, Bob Bonack
The volunteers who work the Public Address System are not here this year. If there is member here who is familiar with PA Systems, and is willing to volunteer their time, email Bob Bonack.
Volunteers Needed
The Palm Creek Pickleball Club is entirely run by volunteers. This year we have many needs to be filled. If you have never volunteered before, now is your chance.
Susan Baldwin has been appointed to serve out the unexpired Vice President's term.
For personal reasons, Laura Metallo has stepped down from her position as Vice President. The Board hopes that each of you will join us in thanking Laura for her tireless efforts in support of the club membership.
Mask Up
Keep Our Courts Open!
Susan has been busy tracking our Court Utilization. Based on the data, a new Mini Schedule will begin November 30.
please turn the lights off when leaving the courts.
Volunteers Needed
The Palm Creek Pickleball Club is entirely run by volunteers. This year we have many needs to be filled. If you have never volunteered before, now is your chance.
At a minimum I would say the following stands in my opinion:
I do not even see any contact info available if a non-member has questions about our club.
JM
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John Winston <it.pcpb@icloud.com>
22 November 2020 at 15:06
To: jean.martin.verreault@gmail.com
Based on the email hacking we had this summer...I am reluctant to post an email address but maybe there is another way to contact us....just not sure....
The background photo in today's newsletter is to let our Canadian members, who could not be here this season, know we are thinking of them, and look forward to being together next year.
Club financial information is now available on the website. Anyone with questions, email John Winston.
Please place the Round Robin sign in sheets in the bottom drawer of the kiosk. Also, please sign in using first and last name. We will be keeping the sheets in an effort to conduct contact tracing if needed.
Ball Machine Training
Sunday November 15 at 3 p.m.
Breezeway between courts 3 and 9.
Class open to the first 10 people who show up.
You need to attend a class and sign a waiver before you can check out ball machines for drills.
No need to attend if you've already taken the class and signed the waiver.
The schedule for checking out ball machines will be coming soon. Any questions contact
The Palm Creek Pickleball Club is entirely run by volunteers. This year we have many needs to be filled. If you have never volunteered before, now is your chance.
To help with distancing, you can take a picture of the Round Robin Grid with your phone, and have it with you so you will not have to gather at the kiosk.
Program Restart
Last year's initiative to group members with similar playing skills together is once again underway. Interested? Check it out.
Palm Creek badges should be worn at the courts at all times.
Park golf carts and bicycles in the areas provided. Please keep the entrances to the courts clear for First Responders.
Bags should not be on the court as this is a trip hazard. Please hang bags on the fence outside the court.
SAPPL
The Palm Creek team is still in need of 3.0 men and women players, 4.0 men players, and all levels for mixed doubles. The deadline has been extended to November 14. Email Rob Schneider at the link below to sign up.
Open Monday - Friday beginning November 2 at 10:30. It will be staffed by Board Members the first week. Please come by for your stickers, and if you have questions.
Mask Up
Keep Our Courts Open
Please put your emergency contact info on the back of your badge. This will help others provide assistance if you are involved in an emergency situation.
Reminder
Palm Creek badges should be worn at the courts at all times.
Park golf carts and bicycles in the areas provided. Please keep the entrances to the courts clear for First Responders.
Bags should not be on the court as this is a trip hazard. Please hang bags on the fence outside the court.
Thank You Volunteers!
A big Thank You to all the volunteers who helped get the courts open by washing and setting up nets!
SAPPL
The Palm Creek team is still in need of 3.0 men and women players, 4.0 men players,and all levels for mixed doubles. The deadline has been extended to November 14. Email Rob Schneider at the link below to sign up.
Guidelines for Organized Play will be in a separate email on Monday, October 26, 2020
Reminder
Palm Creek badges should be worn at the courts at all times.
Park golf carts and bicycles in the areas provided. Please keep the entrances to the courts clear for First Responders.
Bags should not be on the court as this is a trip hazard. Please hang bags on the fence outside the court.
Please put emergency contact info on the back of your badge.
Battle of the Branches Military Tournament
Rescheduled to January 28-30, 2021
This is also subject to change as guidance from CDC and the State Health Officials regarding COVID is updated.
SAPPL
The Palm Creek team is still in need of 3.0 men and women players. We also are looking for all levels for mixed doubles. The deadline has been extended to November 14. Email Rob Schneider at the link below to sign up.
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