tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64108265604376307382024-03-13T14:32:45.580-07:00Heber Valley Pickleball ClubHeber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-47951769031437854382017-04-27T14:11:00.001-07:002017-04-27T14:11:18.000-07:00<h2>
Another Mixed-up Whistle-Stop Tournament</h2>
It was a wild day at the Wasatch Rec Center on Wednesday morning, April 26th as 48 picklers (27 women and 21 men) took to the courts. The format was the same except everyone scurried to get one group off and the other group on when the whistle blew every 11 minutes. No resting or lollygagging allowed! Some groups finished well ahead of the whistle when winning by 12 points; other groups didn't make game before their time was up. The most points possible was 72, and the top score posted was 64 points by Tom Reed. Quite a feat to be sure!<br />
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<strong>Group 1</strong> results had 3 men and one woman getting honors.<br />
First Place: <span style="color: red;"><strong>Doug Jenkins</strong></span><span style="color: red;"><strong><br /> </strong><span style="color: black;"><strong> </strong>In a 3-way tie for 2nd:</span> <strong>Rod Freudenberg, Craig Stark, and Marie Bird</strong></span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><strong>Group 2 </strong>winners were separated by only 1 point, 64, 63, and 62. Wow!.</span> <br />
First Place: <strong><span style="color: red;">Tom Reed</span></strong><br />
Second Place: <strong><span style="color: red;">Kerry Belcher</span></strong><br />
Third Place: <strong><span style="color: red;">Lea McDill</span></strong><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This demure twosome, Cary and Charisse, beat 2 of the 2nd place winners, Craig and Rod, 9-7.<br />
Charisse is one of our newest members and the rookie star of the year!</td></tr>
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The Intrepid, Always-Great Field of Players: (Yay Us!)</h3>
<strong>Group 1: </strong>Doug Jenkins, Dale Beeman, Marianne Wicks, Jack Richardson, Rob Whelan, Charisse Sampson, Brad Belcher, Ann Crooks, Jan Steinbach, Merry Duggin, AlyseWeisiger, Connie Green, Karen Reed, Kevin Chaidez, Rod Freudenberg, Craig Stark, Josh Richardsen, Steve Laneri, Leslie Oksner, Mike Duggin, Susan Lockhart, Penelope Peterson, Marie Bird, and Cary Hobbs.<br />
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As usual, with the leadership of Ken Fakler and Mike Eaton, the 6 games for each player went off without a hitch. Carol and Ron Lee helped with registration, timing and scorekeeping.<br />
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Ken's pre-game instructions warned the slammers they would be cited for a slamming violation. No one kept track of the individual slams, but there were a few who "just couldn't help" themselves. The non-slammers were grateful for the reprieve as no one left with more bruises than they came with.<br />
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Another great HVPC tourney followed by lunch at The Spin Café with awards given the winners. Such a fun time!<br />
Look for more tournaments and clinics from Ken and Mike.<br />
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Outdoor Play</h3>
Who knows when the snow and rain will quit falling, but we know it will sometime. And when sun and warmer temps arrive, many of us will be outside playing again. The Southfield courts will be busy between 9 and 11 for sure. We'd like to keep the courts available for <strong><em>open play</em></strong> during those hours. So, for those who don't like to wait to play, we suggest scheduling your own times and people with whom to play.<br />
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There will be a system of rotation on and off the courts, probably much like last year, with placement of paddles on the fence. But if anyone has a suggestion for a more efficient system, please let us (the Board) know. In the meantime (while it continues to be wintry), we'll see y'all at the Rec Center!<br />
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The Men's Turn to Tourney</h2>
Thursday, March 23rd gave the HVPC men their turn to compete. And, boy, was it a wild whistle-stop time!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Craig, Kevin and Cary win the balls!</td></tr>
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The top 3 wild men were:<br />
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1st Place - <span style="color: red;"><strong>Kevin Chaidez</strong></span><br />
2nd Place - <span style="color: red;"><strong>Craig Stark</strong></span> (only 1 point behind)<br />
3rd Place - <span style="color: red;"><strong>Cary Hobbs</strong></span> (only 3 points behind)<br />
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The rest of the field of players were Mickey Oksner, Hans Stocker, Doug Jenkins, Mike Duggin, Mike Ho, Chesley Smiley, Rod Freydenberg, Mike Scheuer, Jack Richardson, Mike Eaton, Richard Longo, Jim Boldu, and Connie Green. Richard and Jim had participated in the Beginners' Clinic on Tuesday and joined the club. Their instruction (and instructors) must have been awesome for them to want to play in their first round robin tournament only 2 days after learning. As one person was a no-show, Connie stepped in as the 16th player. Her hard-hitting skills are equal to any of the men!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mine, no mine...Mike and Cary go for it.</td></tr>
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The games were fast and furious, with the lead changing at least 5 times during the 6 games. After the tournament, a group went on to lunch at the Soldier Hollow Grill. <br />
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Coming Events</h2>
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Mixed Doubles Whistle Stop Tournament - April 26th</h3>
Let Ken know as soon as you receive his email if you want to participate. He hopes to have 40 players on 5 courts. The same format as Women's and Men's Tournaments will apply, with teams assigned randomly so no 2 people will play together more than once. Awards luncheon will follow.<br />
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Clinics</h3>
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Beginners Clinics - Wednesday, April 12th and Thursday May 11th at 10:00 am</h4>
If you know of anyone who would like to learn to play pickleball, have them contact Ken at <a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com">kmfakler</a><a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com"></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null"><a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com">@msn.com</a>. These clinics are free of charge and participants do not need to be members of HVPC to attend. See Ken's latest email for more details.</a><br />
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Intermediate and Advanced Clinics - Dates TBD</h4>
The 2 clinics put on by Kevin Priebe and Ronni Edler will be rescheduled, so if you signed up and are still interested, Ken will send out information as soon as he has dates.<br />
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Utah Tournaments</h3>
If you are interested in playing in a tournament, you can find more information and register for the following tournaments on <a href="http://www.usapa.org/">www.usapa.org</a> or <a href="http://www.pickleballtournaments.com/">www.pickleballtournaments.com</a>. <br />
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Ogden Pickleball Association - June 9-10 <br />
Eric Schuette, Brigham City - June 22-24<br />
Alpine Days Pickleball Fest - August 4-5<br />
Riverton Fall Classic - September 15-16<br />
Fall Brawl, St. George - October 10-14<br />
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<strong><span style="color: blue;">Stay tuned for information about outdoor play, court-building, fund-raising, and ways the HVPC members can help in the next blog.</span></strong><strong><span style="color: #6aa84f;"></span></strong><br />
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Upcoming Events - Mark Your Pickleball Calendars</h2>
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The wearin' o' the green will highlight Friday morning's regular play. Come for a game or 2; then come to Soldier Hollow Grill for lunch at 11:30. Write a limerick to read, with the top 3 winners (loudest applause factor) will be awarded "spirits."</div>
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Call Alyce Weisiger (608-229-9007) or Judy Eaton (801-368-6038) to reserve a spot for lunch (on your own coin.) </div>
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Beginners' Clinics - Tuesday, March 21st & Friday, April 14th</h3>
Ken Fakler and Mike Eaton will teach a FREE basic beginners' clinic from 10:00 to noon at the Rec Center. Participants do <strong><u>not</u></strong> need to be HVPC members, so if you know of someone who wants to learn the game, Ken (<a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com">kmfakler</a><complete id="goog_664080254"><a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com"></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null"><a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com">@msn.com</a>) </a></complete>will take their names and contact them will all the information. <br />
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Men's Whistle Stop Tournament - Thursday, March 23rd</h3>
The first 32 men to sign up with Ken (<a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com">kmfakler</a><a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com"><a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com"></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null"><a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com"></a><a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com"><a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com">@msn.com</a>) will play from 9:00 to about 11:15. Be at the Rec Center by 8:30. Your group and player number will be assigned by order of signup. So let Ken know ASAP to ensure your spot. Members ONLY.</a></a></a><br />
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An awards luncheon at Soldier Hollow Grill will immediately follow the tournament. All club members are invited to attend. Alyce will have menus at the tournament and will phone in your orders. Let her know if you'll be there. (<a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)">ajweisiger44<a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com"></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)."><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)."></a><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)."><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"></a><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)."><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"></a><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"></a><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"></a><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"></a><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com)"><a href="mailto:ajweisiger44@gmail.com">@gmail.com</a>)</a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a></a><br />
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Intermediate Clinic - Tuesday, April 4th</h3>
Kevin Priebe and Ronni Ebner will teach a FREE clinic for club members at 11:00 to 12:30. The clinic is limited to 16 participants, so let Ken know if you want to attend as the clinic will fill up quickly. (<a href="mailto:kmfakler@msn.com">kmfakler@msn.com</a>) Members ONLY.<br />
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Advanced Clinic - Thursday, April 6th</h3>
Kevin and Ronni will teach advanced players "How to Win at Pickleball" for $20 per person. The clinic is limited to 16 participants, so let Kevin know ASAP. (<a href="mailto:kepriebe1@hotmail.com">kepriebe1</a><a href="mailto:kepriebe1@hotmail.com"></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null"><a href="mailto:kepriebe1@hotmail.com">@hotmail.com</a>) Members ONLY.</a><br />
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Mixed Doubles Whistle Stop Tournament - Wednesday, April 26th</h3>
A maximum of 40 players (members ONLY) will be able to participate following the same format as both Women's and Men's tournaments. Ken will send an email with more information about the tournament and lunch afterwards after the first of April. Watch your email for details.<br />
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<br />Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-47498548968596493482017-03-13T14:00:00.001-07:002017-03-13T14:00:35.689-07:00<h2>
<br />All Winners in the February 22nd Ladies' Tourney</h2>
But...<br />
Some were more winners than others...<br />
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<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WCTzKvcRvXs/WLb9zJd47xI/AAAAAAAAAl8/2B8O3cBdJtgvJtxgHb9Ez30YBb4rajRGgCLcB/s1600/thumbnail_IMG_20170222_110030031.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="180" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WCTzKvcRvXs/WLb9zJd47xI/AAAAAAAAAl8/2B8O3cBdJtgvJtxgHb9Ez30YBb4rajRGgCLcB/s320/thumbnail_IMG_20170222_110030031.jpg" width="320" /></a>So, The <u>More</u> Winners were:</h3>
A tie for 1st place:<br />
<strong><span style="color: red;">Marie Bird</span></strong> and <strong><span style="color: red;">Bev Chaidez </span></strong> <br />
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2nd (or 3rd?) place: <br />
<strong><span style="color: red;">Sheri Paskins</span></strong><br />
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And the Winners were:</h3>
Alyce Weisiger, Kris Beer, Jane Bower, Judie Eaton, Melinda Weishar, Lea McDill, Connie Green,<br />
Beth Lawrence, Louise Taylor, Jan Baker, Pam Jepperson, Penelope Peterson, and Minou Boyer<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mine! No, mine!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Let's Pickle!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Perfect position</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I really WON a game?!?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">It's a point!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Just hit it to me, will ya?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I hate these lobs!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">It takes teamwork!<br />
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Thanks to...</h3>
Of course, it takes a dedicated support crew to put on such a fun time. So, a huge thanks to very important winners Ken Fakler, Mike Eaton, and Karen Fakler for all their time, energy and whistle-blowing skills.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yes, I do love this game!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Where's Karen? Karen, I need YOU!</td></tr>
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Post-Tourney Lunch at the Heber City Café was also a Winner</h3>
Thanks to Alyce Weisiger and Judie Eaton for planning, awards to the More Winners, and gift bags to the Winners and any others who joined us, whether players or spectators.<br />
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And thanks to Cary Hobbs, photographer extraordinaire, for all of these great pictures!<br />
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<span style="color: red;">Stay tuned for another blog in a few days. All about St. Paddy's Day, Men's Tourney, and clinics to come.<br />
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Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-8563733447324721422017-01-24T16:11:00.000-08:002017-01-24T16:11:17.338-08:00A New Year and Lots of News<h2>
A few words from the Board:</h2>
We encourage all of you to check your emails regularly as you will receive news of tournaments and clinics, some of which may be time-critical. For example, there may be a limit to the number of participants. If you don't see the email in time, you may be left out. <span style="color: red;"><strong><em>You'd miss it; we'd miss you! And that would be sad!</em></strong></span><br />
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Each time the blog has a new post, you'll also receive an email. You can certainly look at the blog anytime, and all the past posts are accessible all the time. Hey, you can even tell any and everyone you meet about the club and give them the website info. Anyone who searches for pickleball in Heber on the Internet will see the blog. It's actually FIRST on the list!<br />
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We are working on ways to improve rotation for all levels of players. No one likes to sit out waiting to get in a game. We hope that you'll be aware of new players who could benefit from your experience and skill. Take a turn to play with people you may not know or haven't played with. <br />
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Finally, we hope that you are continuing to improve your game. We'll have clinics to facilitate skills and strategies, but you can also watch videos that show specifics of the game. The following websites are fabulous resources:<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.usapa.org/">www.usapa.org</a> - videos plus information on rules, places to play across the country (really great if you're traveling), tournaments, membership, equipment, etc.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.pickleballchannel.com/">www.pickleballchannel.com</a> - Tips from the pros, training videos</li>
<li><a href="http://www.pickleballcentral.com/">www.PickleballCentral.com</a> - Instructional and Tournament videos</li>
<li>YouTube - search for Pickleball videos</li>
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And then there's<strong> You, You, You</strong> - share your knowledge and experiences. Our club would benefit so much if you have tips and tricks. <br />
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Tournaments</h2>
Ken Fakler and Mike Eaton are putting together a fabulous tournament series, planning for once-a-month Whistle-Stop type tournaments. There will be a participant limit, so pay attention to your emails. More info coming soon!<br />
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Pickleball tournaments abound all around the state and surrounding areas. We'll try to keep you informed of all that we know about in case you want to start competing. And if you hear of one that might be of interest to others, let us know!<br />
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Clinics</h2>
Ken and Mike also plan lots of clinics to benefit beginner, intermediate, and advanced players. These too will have a limit. In addition, Kevin Priebe will be offering free skills and strategies clinics once a month for level 2 & 3 players. The first 16 people to sign up will participate. <br />
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<span style="background-color: lime;">Save the Date - St. Patrick's Day, March 17th</span></h2>
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;"><em>Lunch at the Soldier Hollow Grill for all members</em></span></strong></div>
Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-84696583410232796322016-12-20T10:25:00.002-08:002016-12-20T10:25:52.837-08:00<h2>
It's a Wrap...</h2>
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The "Whistle-Stop Mixed-up Tournament,"</h3>
held on Thursday, December 8th, was a grand success with 40 players in 2 groups changing courts, partners and opponents every 10 minutes or 15 points. A wild morning at the Wasatch Rec Center and so so much fun! Thanks to tournament directors Bill Miano and Ken Fakler, and assistant scorekeeper/recorder Karen Fakler, who kept us all on track and moving! And to Leslie Oksner who provided snacks to keep our energy flowing!<br />
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First and second-place winners were announced and prizes awarded at the holiday party on Friday night. In Group 1, honors went to Myrna Lueck (1st) and Kevin Priebe (2nd) and in Group 2, Dale Beeman (1st) and Warren Dinter (2nd). Sportsmanship awards were presented to Alyce Weisiger and Carol Lee. Congratulations to them and to all who participated! <br />
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We hope to continue a tradition of fun tourneys in 2017! Your input is always welcome!<br />
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The Mingle Jingle holiday party and annual meeting,</h3>
held on Friday, December 9th, was attended by about 50 members who loaded the appetizer table with great food. Board members outdid themselves with a wide assortment of delectable desserts.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Doug Rosecrans and Leslie Oksner check members in and collect dues for 2017.<br />
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Outgoing President Lynn Keller spoke about the ongoing effort to build new courts in the Heber Valley and how the club's growth can be a motivating force with the city and county officials. The club will continue to make presentations and lobby for funds to accomplish this goal. If any club members are willing to help with this important project, please let the new Board know.<br />
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USAPA (USA Pickleball Association) and the Ambassadors program</h4>
Kris Beer talked about the USAPA, encouraging all to check out the website (<a href="http://www.usapa.org/">www.USAPA.org</a>) and to consider joining the organization, which offers several benefits to members. She also explained the purpose of the USAPA Ambassadors and her role to help grow the sport of pickleball in the local area. The Ambassadors Forum is a discussion center for all types of issues, rules, etiquette, tournaments, etc. Such things as the color of balls and how to break in the new Onix 2 ball (microwave, 40 rubs...and on and on), plus really important info about how to fundraise for new courts. The latest initiative of the Ambassadors is to reach out to the schools to start a pickleball program. Look for how the Heber Valley Pickleball Club could help in this effort in 2017. Members' ideas on how to proceed with this initiative would be great!<br />
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Across the country the sport is growing at about 10% annually, now with approximately 2.3 million players. With growth, however, comes the challenge of not having enough courts, a problem all areas face. Another common challenge is to provide good competition for all levels of players. The Club will be working on different ways to address this issue so everyone's needs are met. Also a self-ranking system will be published in the next blog for interested players.<br />
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At the conclusion of the meeting, Lynn thanked the board members who have served the past year and led the unanimous election of the new board, who will take over January 1st:<br />
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President - Mike Duggin <br />
Vice-President - Cary Hobbs<br />
Secretary - Karen Fakler<br />
Treasurer - Carlos Monssen<br />
Membership Chair - Doug Rosecrans<br />
Social Co-Chairs - Alyce Weisiger & Judie Eaton<br />
Training &Tournaments Co-Chairs - Ken Fakler & Mike Eaton<br />
Past President - Lynn Keller<br />
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"Ode to Pickleball"</h4>
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Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-3978272712731896702016-12-06T15:51:00.003-08:002016-12-06T15:51:53.490-08:00<h2>
Pickleball for Christmas</h2>
If you're thinking about getting or giving "anything pickleball" for Christmas or, for that matter, any time...there's a way for you to save money and to send some the Club's way too. What a deal, huh?<br />
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Not only would your purchase benefit you with a 5% discount, but a 5% credit would go to the Club as well. Here's how it works...<br />
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Log on to <a href="http://www.pickleballcentral.com/">www.pickleballcentral.com</a> and check out all the equipment, clothing, and gift ideas available. You can buy and try a paddle for 30 days and if you're not completely satisfied, send it back for a refund or exchange for a different one. They also guarantee the lowest price for identical products. There is a lot of information about paddles by weight, grip, type, use and brand. Use the Pickleball Paddle Guide to assist you in your choice. Balls, clothes, bags, nets, etc. are all available in one place. Even the new Onix PURE 2 balls are for sale. Free shipping on orders over $69 too!<br />
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The Club Rewards Program: </h3>
When you check out, provide the club code <strong>CRHeber</strong> in the coupon code box and hit the "apply" button.. You can also call them at 888-854-0163 and provide the club name. Every February the club will receive a gift card for the value of whatever is in the club's Reward Account from the preceding year. The can be used to purchase anything Pickleball Central sells.<br />
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There is still time for the Club to earn rewards before the end of the year! <br />
Again, the website is <a href="http://www.pickleballcentral.com/">www.pickleballcentral.com</a>.<br />
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Happy Shopping!Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-21639341346239810972016-12-05T14:42:00.002-08:002016-12-05T14:42:45.847-08:00<h2>
Yay, HVPC is 2 years old! </h2>
We've almost made it through 2016 and to 2017. What a great year we've had! The club has been going strong and growing for 2 years. <br />
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2017 Board</h3>
Election for the Heber Valley Pickleball Club Board will occur at the Holiday Party, and the new board will take over the first of January. Nominations will be taken before the meeting by email and from the floor Friday night. The current Board is recommending the following people for Board positions:<br />
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President -<strong> Mike Duggin</strong><br />
Vice President - <strong>Cary Hobbs</strong> <br />
Secretary - <strong>Karen Fakler</strong><br />
Treasurer - <strong>Carlos Monssen</strong><br />
Membership Chair - <strong>Doug Rosecrans</strong><br />
Social Co-Chairs - <strong>Alyce Weisiger</strong> and <strong>Judie Eaton</strong><br />
Training & Tournaments Co-Chairs - <strong>Ken Fakler</strong> and <strong>Mike Eaton</strong><br />
Past President - <strong>Lynn Keller</strong><br />
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Mixed Up Whistle Stop Tournament and Jingle Mingle Holiday Party</h3>
<em>Note: You must be a member of the HVPC to participate in the tournament and also to attend the party.</em><br />
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The next blog will include lots of details about the tournament and the party. Pictures too! And winners! And pictures of winners. And pictures of the outgoing 2016 Board and the incoming 2017 Board. And random pictures of random members...<br />
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Catch the Holiday Pickleball Spirit</h2>
So much fun stuff to report and coming up.<br />
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Save These Dates:</h3>
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Thursday, December 8th - The Jingle Mingle</h4>
Mixed-Up Doubles Round Robin Whistle Stop Tourney - More details to follow after Thanksgiving<br />
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Friday, December 9th - Annual Holiday Party at Valais Clubhouse from 6 to 8 pm</h4>
More details to follow including date by which to RSVP, what to bring, and who's invited (You!)<br />
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Caught Up in the Halloween Pickleball Spirit</h2>
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What a fun day of play. Costumes were abundant and creative. Lunch at Soldier Hollow Grill where audience-voted best costumes to Judie, Pirate Girl, and Rod, Pickleball Pumpkin Head.<br />
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Action-Packed Pickleball</h2>
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With almost 100 members, the club is a force to be reckoned with, at least on the pickleball court! We will continue to grow as members talk about the game to their family, friends, and neighbors. The HVPB Board has talked about expansion and the Catch-22 when we don't have many courts. But we think growth is inevitable as more people start playing. We all know it's ADDICTIVE!!!</div>
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Even with all 4 outdoor courts busy every morning, we're making it work. And while we're sitting and waiting our turn, we have a great time socializing. </div>
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We are continuing to talk with Wasatch Co., Heber City, and Midway City about building new courts or converting existing ones to accommodate pickleball. If you have any ideas about ways to accomplish these goals, please let a board member know. And if you don't know your board members, see names and contact info below:</div>
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<li>Cary Hobbs, Vice-President - caryhobbs@comcast.net</li>
<li>Alyce Weisiger, Secretary - ajweisiger44@gmail.com</li>
<li>Carlos Monssen, Treasurer - carlosmonssen@msn.com</li>
<li>Doug Rosecrans, Membership - dcrosecrans@gmail.com</li>
<li>Bill Miano, Co-Director, Training - jetlagbill@yahoo.com</li>
<li>Brenda Blackham, Co-Director, Training - bbbg3946@aol.com</li>
<li>Leslie Oksner, Co-Director, Social - 2lolo@earthlink.net</li>
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Women: Jan Altieri, Kris Beer, Kerry Belcher, Christina Berg, Bev Chaidez, Kim Clifton, Susan Dinter, Judie Eaton, Connie Greene, Karen Handler, Lynn Keller, Beth Lawrence, Carol Lee, Leslie Oksner, Myrna Perez, Sandy Smiley, Pat Sullivan, Alix Thayne, Jill Trimble, Alyce Weisiger, Marianne Wicks, and Barbara Gardner.</div>
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Saturday night at Valais Park, about 50 members gathered for some great food, with barbequed pork and chicken prepared by Mike Eaton. Two tables were loaded with side dishes, salads, and desserts...can you say, "Fabulous!!!"? </div>
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Leslie presented the awards to the winners of the tournament. <br />
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Women's </h4>
Sundance - Runner up: Beth Lawrence & Jill Trimble; 1st place: Christina Berg & Karen Handler <br />
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Wasatch - Runner Up: Mickey Oksner & Cary Hobbs; 1st place - Jerry Habeck & Carlos Monssen<br />
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A rousing game of Charades led by the Altieri's, followed by a "stupid game" of jelly beans led by Susan Dinter ("stupid" was indeed her description) rounded out the evening. Surprisingly, there were no winners of either of these events. But no losers either. A lot of good sports, though.<br />
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Past Event - Wednesday, June 2 </h3>
The Strokes and Strategies for Tournament Play was taught by Sarah Gaines, a 5.0 player and Huntsman Games gold medalist. This was not a drills clinic but individual evaluation for those players who may be interested in entering competition other than our local play and who may not yet have rankings by wonder what division they should enter.<br />
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Monday, July 11</h3>
A very busy day for the Heber Valley Pickleball Club. Fun, fun, and more fun!!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mike, with partner Dale, serves as Brenda watches.</td></tr>
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16 players joined Brenda, Judy, and Lauran Anderson on the Southfield Courts for more great instruction on basic strokes and strategies...and who doesn't need this? We are so fortunate to have such awesome players in our club who want us all to improve and are willing to spend time giving us tips and practice on a wide variety of skills. <a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-oTTPYmzR7uI/V4QF9dIhR4I/AAAAAAAAAHM/rC7aBUGPiccjHHNRVfKszHo71F5kJMZ_wCLcB/s1600/20160711_101050.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a><br />
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13 others played a Whistle-Stop Round Robin at the Rec Center. The final championship game was a hard-fought battle hard for the honors, with Gary and Hans edging out Bev and Steve.</div>
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The Southfield Park Pavilion was the gathering spot for a picnic lunch, attending by about 25 people. Thanks to Leslie and Bill for organizing the clinic and Round Robin play and to Leslie and Carol for once again mastering the details of the HVPC social event, complete with prizes going to those who answered the Pickleball Quiz correctly. <br />
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Kimber gave a big thanks and lots of indoor and outdoor balls to the club for "including me in your activities these last couple of months, I am so grateful for any chance to play pickleball, and I have enjoyed meeting all of you. Play safe and Pickle on." She is heading north in her motorhome. Save travels, Kimber. Come back and play anytime!<br />
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More events are being planned for later in the summer. Stay tuned for emails from hebervalleypickleballclub@outlook.com. <br />
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<br />Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-68174444263597399412016-07-09T08:59:00.002-07:002016-07-09T08:59:38.132-07:00Return of the Blog<h3>
Current News</h3>
We finally started outside play after a very cool and wet May. June rolled in with plenty of sunshine and warm days. The Southfield courts are alive with picklers every morning. Still, some like to play at the Rec Center, so if you prefer, check out the courts there. Rainy days, too.<br />
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Thirty-two players participated in the first "Whistle Stop" Round Robin on Monday, May 23rd. All thought it was great fun and the good times kept coming at the Soldier Hollow Grill afterwards. Prizes were awarded to winners of A and B groups, with the most points scored in one game going to Chesley Smiley with 25! A Team Top scores: Carlos and Lea - 68; Mick and Kris - 59. B Team Top scores: Chesly - 80, Myrna - 71, Steve - 68, Jack and Kevin - 66.<br />
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The limericks were great fun...if anyone still has one they'd like to publish here, send it to me...kbeer62@msn.com. You can achieve literary fame right here...well, with our members anyway. Thanks to Leslie Oksner, Bill Miano and Brenda Blackham for organizing this fun event.<br />
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Speaking of members, Doug Rosecrans, Membership Director, reports that the club is up to 85 with more joining regularly. Now that it's after June 1st, the dues are only $10. The clinics and tournaments are 2 benefits of membership. And, of course, any social activities aside from playing with a lot of very fun people! <br />
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With a growing membership, the need for more courts is clear. The club board has made a presentation to Midway City Council, and is meeting with both Wasatch Co. and Heber City to lobby for funds to be allocated. The ideal site would be Southfield Park where we already have 3 courts. Stay tuned for more information. <br />
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Brenda Blackham and Judy Mooster held a "dink and 3rd shot short" clinic on Wednesday, July 6th. About 20 people participated. We learned how challenging it can be to play the net game, and those who enjoy slamming the ball from the back of the court uttered many words of frustration. $#%$*& Keeping the ball in play with a softer, shorter game is difficult for most of us!<br />
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A second clinic was held for beginners and others who want to learn strategy on Monday, July 11th, again lead by Brenda and Judy. At the same time a Round Robin was held at the Rec Center for those who didn't take the clinic. Following both events was a picnic lunch at Southfield Park.<br />
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Wasatch Wave Article on May 25th</h3>
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For those of you who may not have had a chance to read the article about pickleball in the Wave, here's a reprint.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: windowtext;"><span style="font-family: "calibri light"; font-size: large;">There’s
a New Game in Town</span></span></b></h1>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">By Kris Beer</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">And many throughout the country have yet to hear of it.
However, it’s considered the fastest growing sport in the United States,
garnering the attention of young and old alike. Senior citizens love it because
it’s easy to learn and easy on the body. Young folks love it because it’s
fast-paced, fun, and can take a challenging level of skill. And all ages in
between are getting hooked on it because it’s a social game that is as fun as
it is competitive. So what’s all the hoopla about?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">PICKLEBALL, the fun game with the funny name. Story is,
according to its founder, that it was named after his dog, “Pickle.” Briefly,
it requires a court that’s about 1/3 the size of a tennis court, a paddle
that’s about 1/3 the size of a tennis racquet but solid, a whiffle ball a
little bigger than a tennis ball, and a net a little lower than a tennis net.
And yes, it’s sort of similar to tennis, except the rules are different, the
learning curve is shorter, the fun factor is greater, and players can become addicted
in a matter of minutes…it’s THAT fun!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">Nearly two years ago, pickleball came to the Heber Valley
when Midway allowed a small group of players to paint stripes on the two tennis
courts at Valais Park. Since then, play has expanded to five indoor courts at
the Wasatch County Rec Center and three dedicated outdoor courts at Southfield
Park. A handful of players has grown to a regular group of 20 to 30 who play
daily and another 50 or so who support the game by belonging to the Heber
Valley Pickleball Club. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">Drop-in players are always welcome, and everyone who plays
will help newbies on their own path to addiction. The Club holds clinics and
tournaments as well as recreational play combined with social events. Our
mission is to grow the game in the Heber Valley. The only risk is that we don’t
have enough courts for the number of people who want to play. So we’re hoping
for more dedicated courts, both inside and out.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">A few facts about the popularity of pickleball: It fills up
within hours of opening registration at the Huntsman Senior Games, held in
October in St. George; it brings in 100’s of players and spectators who spend
$1000s on lodging and food for every tournament – Singles, Doubles, Men, Women,
and Mixed Doubles – in towns across the country. It is REALLY BIG! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">For more information, check out the USA Pickleball
Association’s website, </span><a href="http://www.usapa.org/"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: "calibri";">www.usapa.org</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri";">. Closer
to home, check out the club’s blog at </span><a href="http://www.hebervalleypickleballclub.blogspot.com/"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: "calibri";">www.hebervalleypickleballclub.blogspot.com</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri";">.
Better yet, check us out as we laugh and play every morning at the Rec Center
or when the rain stops and the sun shines at the Southfield courts from 9 to
noon. We’re hoping to get a regular group to play afternoons or evenings as
well. We’d love to have you join us! </span></div>
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Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-17559717763450974192015-12-08T17:12:00.001-08:002015-12-08T17:12:17.000-08:00OMG, I am so sorry, Cary. I left you off the list of tournament scorekeepers. MY VERY BAD!!! And you were in charge of all of us. <br />
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While blogging again, I have a request from some members and regular players to have afternoon games at the Rec Center. At least Mondays and Fridays and possibly Tuesdays and Thursdays as well. Many of us want to spend our mornings on the slopes, which leaves pickleball in the afternoons. We'd likely start about 4 and play for a couple of hours.<br />
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Respond to me so we know how many are interested. <a href="mailto:kbeer62@msn.com">kbeer62@msn.com</a><br />
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And Cary, I hope you accept my apologies!!!Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-86223290075451240392015-12-08T13:17:00.000-08:002015-12-08T13:17:10.286-08:00<h2>
Club Tournament </h2>
A successful tournament was held on Thursday, December 3rd. We had 27 participants who played their hearts out with slams, dinks, lobs, and well-placed-impossible-to-return shots. Ken Mickelsen was Tournament Director extraordinaire and had organized all pairings and matches. He also did a bit of scrambling for teams in the Mixed Doubles games after a few of the players had to leave early and a wounded ankle sidelined Doug Rosecrans. With the level of play, especially in the Women's Doubles, so competitive, the games took a lot longer than expected.<br />
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Participants were as follows: <br />
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WOMEN: Alix Thayne, Carol Lee, Bev Chaidez, Jen McCarthy, Myrna Perez, Jan Altieri, Donna Buys, Susan Lockhart, Judie Eaton, Karen Fakler, Marianne Wicks, Leslie Oksner, Kris Beer, and Carma Isaac.<br />
MEN: Mike Altieri, Warren Dinter, Ken Mickelsen, Jim Stuart, Hans Stocker, Bill Miano, Ken Fakler, Jerry Ramult, Doug Rosecrans, Mickey Oksner, Ron Lockhart, Jack Richardson, Mike Eaton, and Ron Lee.<br />
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Winners of their Divisions were as follows:<br />
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WOMEN'S DOUBLES: Blue - Myrna Perez and Jan Altieri; Red - Judie Eaton and Karen Fakler<br />
MEN'S DOUBLES: Blue - Hans Stocker and Bill Muano; Red - Mike Eaton and Ron Lee<br />
MIXED DOUBLES: Green - Alix Thayne and Warren Dinter; Black - Marianne Wicks and Ron Lee<br />
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Thanks to the scorekeepers - Char Lovelass, Carlos Monssen, and Kris Beer - who not only kept track of servers and marked points, but also helped with line calls. <br />
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A large group of spectators cheered the good shots, moaned the missed shots, and generally had a raucous good time in the bleachers. <br />
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Potluck Social and Annual Meeting</h2>
Following the tournament, 52 members and guests gathered at the Valais Clubhouse to celebrate the first year of the Heber Valley Pickleball Club, formed just one year ago on December 2, 2014. Great food, from shrimp cocktail, smoked salmon, and stuffed mushrooms, to ham and turkey and all kinds of side dishes, to exquisite desserts including hot cherry pie, a huge fruit pizza, and rum cake with a "kick." Man, this group knows how to put out a FEAST!<br />
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Outgoing President Kris Beer led a short business meeting with updates from Secretary Carol Lee, Treasurer Kay Shean, Social Director Leslie Oksner, and Training Director Mike Altieri. The Board's proposed By-Law changes were accepted. They include the following: <br />
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<li>The Vice-President will change from a 2-year position that moves into the Presidency the second year to a 1-year position.</li>
<li>The Secretary to split off the Membership duties and add a Membership Coordinator to the standing committees.</li>
<li>Both Training Director and Social Director allowed to be Co-Chair positions.</li>
<li>A Fundraising Chair and Committee to be appointed as necessary.</li>
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The Board presented its recommendations for the new Board. Nominations were also accepted from the floor. The new Board will take over January 1st, 2016 and is as follows:<br />
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<li>President - Lynn Keller</li>
<li>Vice-President - Cary Hobbs</li>
<li>Secretary - Alyce Weisiger</li>
<li>Treasurer - Carlos Monssen</li>
<li>Membership - Doug Rosecrans</li>
<li>Social Co-Chairs - Leslie Oksner and Carol Lee</li>
<li>Training Co-Chairs - Bill Miano and Brenda Blackham</li>
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Door prizes were awarded to someone at each table of a homemade loaf of bread, donated by Bill Miano, breadmaker expert. <br />
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Ken Mickelsen announced the tournament winners and each was presented with a "medal" (a whiffle ball on a ribbon) and a prize, for the women a visor and the men a ball cap.<br />
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A great party and fun OFF the court for all of us!<br />
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Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-66459188040336724852015-11-20T12:07:00.001-08:002015-11-20T12:07:38.285-08:00<h2>
News from Heber Valley</h2>
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Indoor Play</h3>
We're back at the Wasatch Rec Center and have expanded, with 4 courts available for play. The Club owned a pickleball net that was donated by member, Jim Nix. Now we have donated it to the Rec Center so it's always there and ready to use. Most mornings there are at least 16 people playing from 9 or so until 11:30 or 12. Many times we have folks waiting but play goes quickly so no one has to sit out too long. Some of us actually LIKE to rest between games; others can play all morning with little down time. Some players are also organizing games at the Rec Center other times during the day. As soon as we have a more regular schedule, you'll be notified. <br />
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Tournament Scheduled for Thursday, December 3rd</h3>
Ken Mickelsen has taken the Tournament Director reins and has organized three divisions of play for the day: <br />
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<li>Women's Doubles will begin at 9 am</li>
<li>Men's Doubles will begin after, probably about 11 am</li>
<li>Mixed Doubles will begin about 1 pm</li>
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We can have 16 players in each division. So far (as of today, Friday, November 20th), the Men's Doubles division is full, but we could use 2 more women for Women's Doubles. In the Mixed Doubles division, we have room for 2 more men and 4 more women. If you aren't already signed up, please consider playing. See more details below.<br />
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Potluck Social and Annual Meeting Set for Thursday, December 3rd</h3>
The same night following the tournament, the club will host a potluck social and annual meeting from 6:30 to 9 at the Valais Clubhouse. The Board is planning a great meal - with your contributions, of course, a short meeting with an election of officers for 2016 - with your nominations, of course, an award ceremony of prizes for the winners of the tournament, and a fun time, of course! Put this event on your calendar and RSVP by Monday, November 30th! See more details below. <br />
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Membership</h3>
We had a great turnout for the social/meeting last December, and many pickleball enthusiasts joined the club. Throughout 2015, we've had many more people join, and we hope to continue to increase the number who love the game and want to play. We will plan more clinics for new players as well as for experienced players to improve their skills. If you know of potential members, consider inviting them to join you at the social on the 3rd. Comments from some of our new members have included what a fun bunch we are (YAY!), in addition to playing a great game of PICKLEBALL! (YAY!)<br />
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Help us to grow the sport in the Heber Valley, and beyond! A Membership Signup Form is attached to the email announcing the posting of this Blog.<br />
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Hope to see you all at the Tournament and Social on the 3rd!<br />
The Board of the Heber Valley Pickleball ClubHeber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-75340584453445636932015-06-25T15:11:00.003-07:002015-06-25T15:11:26.062-07:00<h2>
Welcome, Summer and Welcome, New players!</h2>
Thanks to all who attended the great clinic Saturday, June 13 with 25 participants and Brenda Blackham's awesome leadership. She covered the 1,2,3 shot strategy and we learned just one more aspect of this great game of pickleball.<br />
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Here's what Brenda said about the clinic: <br />
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morning and appreciated how attentive and receptive everyone was. Your group is
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">And from the group:</span><em> The clinic was perfect! weather, topics covered, and best of all, your
instruction! So glad you could do this for the club and help us all become
better players!</em></div>
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Yay! Another great clinic coming in July. Save the date and sign up soon for July 9th, 10 to noon clinic led by <span style="font-family: inherit;">experience</span>d players in Utah, Arizona, and the RV circuit. Jim and Alison Pelletier will conduct a skills clinic for those hoping to improve their games and learn some of the finer points of pickleball. Come for the clinic, come back for the appetizer potluck from 5 to 8 pm. Both events held at Valais courts and pavilion. To participate in the clinic, you must be a member of HVPC. Everyone, including non-members can certainly watch and all are welcome at the social. Bring an appetizer to share, your beverage of choice, and your lawn chairs. RSVP to Leslie, <a href="mailto:2lolo@earthlink.net">2lolo@earthlink.net</a> or 435-671-1405.<br />
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Early bird play</h4>
Summertime is here and the heat is cranked up, so many players have decided to start outdoors at 8 am. Tennis players still have the courts Mondays and Fridays, so we'll start at 9:30 those days. If you can find others who are real early birds, go for it even earlier. If you are interested in evening play, let me know and we can get a group together.<br />
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An update from our Vice-President, Cary Hobbs</h3>
In the past weeks, several regular players at the Wasatch Rec Center have asked the HVPC Board to consider scheduling pickleball games outside the "Open Play" times already scheduled by the Club. Some players have formed their own groups to play earlier than the regular 9 am start time. Many are interested in pursuing a more competitive level, somewhat based on the USAPA and International Association rating system. See the online description of the skill levels from 2 to 5 in ,5 increments. (<a href="http://www.ipickleball.org/ifg-rating-descriptions/">www.ipickleball.org/ifg-rating-descriptions/</a> )<br />
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At the Board meeting June 15th, most of us felt that, in addition to growing the game, the primary goal/benefit of the HVPC is the
social interaction we enjoy with each other. We also believe that playing
regularly with other players who are more skilled tends to raise the
level of play for everyone, another goal of our group. Many people have made many new friendships as a result of
our "open play" format. <br />
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Although we don't promote league-type competition within the group, we realize that some people enjoy a
game with others based on skill level or on other factors such as friendships, gender, couples, etc. Arranging groups of players and games other than the Club's open-type competition at scheduled times only expands the game of pickleball. And although the Club won't actually be scheduling those groups, we enthusiastically support any type of play that grows the game for all levels. <br />
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Just a reminder that our schedule of open play is 8 to noon daily (Monday and Friday at 9:30) at Valais outdoor courts. Games may still be going on at the Rec Center from 9 to noon as well.<br />
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Everyone is welcome to come and have fun!<br />
<span style="color: black;">Cary
Hobbs</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif; font-size: large;">Save these dates:</span></span></h3>
Thursday, July 9 - 10 to noon - Clinic with Jim & Alison Pelletier at Valais Courts<br />
Thursday, July 9 - 5 to 8 pm - Appetizer Potluck at Valais Pavilion<br />
Wednesday, August 5 - 10 to noon - Clinic with Brenda Blackham<br />
Social TBAHeber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-43804325833577001592015-06-08T10:11:00.000-07:002015-06-08T10:19:16.716-07:00Summer KickoffGood morning, picklers!<br />
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The Summer Kickoff held on Thursday, June 4 at the Valais courts and pavilion was attended by 33 members, spouses, and guests. Several played from 4-6, then joined the rest of the group for the potluck at 6:30. We were fortunate to have great weather, not too hot, not too breezy....pretty much a perfect pickleball day and evening!<br />
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And the food was amazing! If you missed the party, we hope you'll join us for the next one. No date set yet, but the board is meeting next week and we'll plan something fun and let you know. If you ever have any suggestions for the board, you can email any one of us with your ideas. We are the following:<br />
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President, Kris Beer - <a href="mailto:kbeer62@msn.com">kbeer62@msn.com</a><br />
Vice President, Csary Hobbs - <a href="mailto:caryhobbs@comcast.net">caryhobbs@comcast.net</a><br />
Secretary, Carol Lee - <a href="mailto:caleeinpc@aol.com">caleeinpc@aol.com</a><br />
Treasurer, Kay Shean - <a href="mailto:kayshean@msn.com">kayshean@msn.com</a><br />
Social Director, Leslie Oksner - <a href="mailto:2lolo@earthlink.net">2lolo@earthlink.net</a><br />
Training Director, Mike Altieri - <a href="mailto:ma1077@swbell.net">ma1077@swbell.net</a><br />
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We'd love to know what is working or not, what you'd like to do about training and clinics, scheduling of open play indoors and outdoors, future tournaments, and of course, social get-togethers. Other clubs we have heard about have ladies days, breakfasts, lunches, cocktail parties...we are open to whatever suggestions you have. So BRING IT ON!!!<br />
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Final Opportunity to Order Your HVPC T-shirt</h2>
Before the order goes in, later this week, order yours. Great summer dri-fit fabric, If you don't fall down n the dirt or drip your after-play ice cream cone down the front, or sweat profusely, you can even wear it multiple days without washing. You can also look like all your pickleball friends who have theirs. Togetherness may not help your game, but you'll be lookin' good!<br />
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Stay tuned for information about upcoming clinics and other pickleball-related news.</h3>
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Check out the following websites:<br />
<a href="http://www.allaboutpickleball.com/">http://www.allaboutpickleball.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.pickleballrocks.com/">http://www.pickleballrocks.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.pickleballchannel.com/">http://www.pickleballchannel.com</a><br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/pickleball/videos">http://www.YouTube.com/pickleball/videos</a><br />
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<br />Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-14591941297173580102015-05-07T15:29:00.001-07:002015-05-07T15:29:13.633-07:00HVPC T-shirtsWith the new growth of the Club, we want to be sure everyone has an opportunity to not only play a lot with a lot of fun people but also look great sporting the <em>Offical </em>Club T-shirt. <br />
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Many of the members purchased a T-shirt in March, but many missed getting theirs and now are interested. So Bill Miano has gone back to the drawing board and has designed a performance T for men (crew neck) and women (scoop neck).<br />
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With this fabric we are not able to print the full color logo, so no blue sky...we know the sky's blue anyway so figured this was an ok option. But read the information about the shirts. They should be great for summer play, although we think sweating is a GOOD thing, even for the ladies.<br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">The Women's T</span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Details</span>: <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This
ladies performance shirt keeps you cool and on budget!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Just post a comment below to the blog. Tell us which shirt (M or W), what size W: S, M, L, XL or M: S, M, L, XL, XXL, and how many of each. Include your name, of course. We will let you know the amount as soon as we have everyone's order. The more we buy, the less each shirt costs. We'll complete the order and then we'll start collecting money (check or cash). We hope we can get the shirts before the June 4th kickoff party if everyone responds QUICKLY with their order. If you have any questions, please email me <a href="mailto:kbeer62@msn.com">kbeer62@msn.com</a>.</span></div>
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Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-11575073132216535052015-05-06T07:08:00.002-07:002015-05-06T07:08:27.190-07:00Spring Pickleball<h2>
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Great news!</span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Lots of good things happening on the Heber Valley pickleball front. Midway City has now put dedicated pickleball courts in their capital budget with $85,000 allocated. The project plans for 4 new courts, hopefully beginning construction this summer. The courts would be located south of the Valais tennis courts. Since the funds may not cover the total cost of 4 courts, we may begin with 2 and still be able to use the tennis courts. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">When we formed the Heber Valley Pickleball Club, we discussed helping the city with fundraising for courts. Your ideas of what we might do to raise more for this project would be welcome. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Approval of the budget will be at the City Council meeting on Wednesday, May 13. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana;">You can show your support by attending the meeting. Put it on your calendars. More information about the agenda will be sent out closer to that date.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">HVPC now has 2 new Board members: Cary Hobbs has filled the vacancy of Vice-President, and Mickey Oksner will be our liaison with city and county government. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">The Valais courts have been taped and will be painted soon, as summer outdoor play begins. Some players may continue to play at the Rec Center as well. Those who enjoy playing outside, whenever the weather cooperates, meet your fellow picklers at Valais courts. Open play will be every day at 9 am except Monday and Friday at 10:30 until school is out, then at 9 those days also. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Wasatch County is also looking at outdoor locations for pickleball courts. Since we have been playing all winter at the Wasatch Co. Rec Center, they know how popular the game is and how much it has grown. Currently we've been told that the 2 courts in Southfield Park in Heber will be striped for pickleball.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Verdana;"><strong>MEMBERSHIP</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Hooray! We now have 50 members and interest is growing. In the first 2 days of this week, we had 7 new (to us) players, some of whom had played other places, some who were new to the game. We also will have our "snowbirds" returning for the summer so prepare for a busy season of pickleball!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Those of you who participated in the recent tournament may have also responded to Mike Altieri's survey with positive feedback and ideas for future tournaments. The Board discussed the possibility of a fall tournament with a similar format as April 7th. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">We also talked about holding mini-clinics during the summer as well as larger clinics with experienced players or pros. Your feedback on clinics and tourneys would be helpful in making future plans. Contact Mike with your ideas: <a href="mailto:ma1977@swbell.net">ma1977@swbell.net</a>, 913-449-3944.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">And speaking of future plans:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">PLAN TO JOIN US FOR THE SUMMER KICKOFF </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">THURSDAY, JUNE 4TH </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">VALAIS PARK COURTS & PAVILLIONS</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">4PM TO 6PM - EXHIBITION GAME & OPEN PLAY</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">6:30 - POTLUCK</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Bring your beverage of choice and a dish to share. Appetizers, sides, casseroles, or desserts - your choice. We'll provide tableware, utensils, napkins, & ice.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Bring friends & neighbors. Picklers & nonpicklers welcome!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">RSVP by Monday, June 1st </span><span style="font-family: Verdana;">to Leslie Oksner - <a href="mailto:2lolo@earthlink.net">2lolo@earthlink.net</a>, 435-671-1405</span><br />
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: Verdana;"><strong>T-shirts</strong></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana;">The first order of t-shirts was a hit and many of us are wearing our club logo when we play. Great promotion of the club, yay! Bill Miano is working on a new shirt, a performance T, perfect for summer play. When he completes the design, he will send out the information for ordering. Stay tuned.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">New member Carole Sanders shared this YouTube link to the Pickleball Blues. Listen at <a href="http://youtu.be/Atazp_5lJJQ" target="_blank">http://youtu.be/Atazp_5lJJQ</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Honing your pickleball skills</span></h3>
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Most of us want to continue to develop in the game of pickleball. We play and play and play game after game after game and STILL, we make the same mistakes or don't improve either our technique or strategy. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Drills can help as can watching experienced and professional players. Since we all use the internet for almost everything, why not watch some pickleball?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Here's a list of great sites that show everything from serving to dinking to lobbing to stacking and all variations of play in between, including all the things you <em>shouldn't </em>do, like NEVER EVER err with a service fault. Now how many of us have EVER done that? You can also watch some great tournament play with champions in singles, men's, women's and mixed doubles.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">G</span><span style="font-family: Verdana;">oogle <em>pickleball</em> and just see what there is out there, including equipment if you want to buy a paddle, balls, bags, clothes, etc.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><a href="http://www.usapa.com/"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">www.usapa.com</span></a> - Join the national association and receive a t-shirt, rules book, and monthly newsletter. The website is full of interesting information too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><a href="http://www.pickleballchannel.com/">www.pickleballchannel.com</a></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.pickleballcentral.com/"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">www.pickleballcentral.com</span></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.pickleballrocks.com/"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">www.pickleballrocks.com</span></a> <br />
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<a href="http://pickleball.com/blogs/ask-the-experts" title="http://pickleball.com/blogs/ask-the-experts"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">pickleball.com/blogs/ask-the-experts</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/usapickleball2" title="https://www.youtube.com/user/usapickleball2"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">www.youtube.com/user/usapickleball2</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;"></span><br />Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-71423519726449044302015-04-08T16:56:00.001-07:002015-04-08T16:56:46.578-07:00<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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"Be Nice and Have Fun!!"</td></tr>
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A Hungry & Thirsty Group</td></tr>
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<br />Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-40779170497488118982015-04-07T16:43:00.000-07:002015-04-07T16:43:49.045-07:00First Tournament and Apres Lunch a Huge SuccessDedicated to the memory of our friend and fellow pickleball player Barbara Miano, whose passion for the game was unsurpassed, the first Heber Valley Pickleball Club tournament was held today at the Wasatch Rec Center. We were glad to have Bill and his daughter Kristin come over for awhile to watch the event.<br />
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Thanks to our club training director, and now tournament chairman, Mike Altieri, the games went off without a hitch. Organizational skills and experience running other tournaments, gave Mike a mastery of the this type of tourney. 20 players, 10 men and 10 women, competed in a round robin format with 10 games, allowing every person to play with 10 different partners. Utilizing 4 courts simultaneously, each with one of 4 "officials"- Kay Shean, Chesley Smiley, Kris Beer, and Leslie Oksner - the play was accompanied with hoots and hollers, cheering and jesting. The final tally awarded one man and one woman top scores.<br />
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Ken Mickelson won with a total of 70 points - that's a perfect 7 points per game! Congrats to Ken! Maybe he'll stay home and play more often now! With a "killer" serve and just plain great shots, Ken was unbeatable today! He was truly a "green machine." He probably had some outstanding partners too!<br />
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Alix Thayne was the top scoring woman with 68 points. She also has a power serve and many ballet-like moves that were not only lovely to watch but very effective in scoring many points! <br />
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The other 18 players included:<br />
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<li>Barbara Alexander</li>
<li>Jan Altieri</li>
<li>Donna Buys</li>
<li>Lana Hillstead</li>
<li>Mike Ho</li>
<li>Cary Hobbs</li>
<li>Doug Jenkins</li>
<li>Lynn Keller</li>
<li>Carol Lee</li>
<li>Ron Lee</li>
<li>Jen McCarthy</li>
<li>Mickey Oksner</li>
<li>Bob Pelletier</li>
<li>Mary Pelletier</li>
<li>Jack Richardson</li>
<li>Franz Siep</li>
<li>Sandy Smiley</li>
<li>Jim Stuart</li>
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Spectators were there to enjoy the games too. And maybe even some potential new "picklers."<br />
Following the tournament, 23 players and others gathered at Tarahumara for an apres tourney luncheon where prizes were awarded. Thanks to Leslie Oksner, who put together some incredible gag prizes, laughter was not in short supply. Some of the prizes were a jar of pickles (best way to get on game face), a hairnet to repair holes you have made in net, a pair of cheap glasses to help with line calls.<br />
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We hope to have another tournament in the summer and certainly more social activities. Stay tuned for news of outdoor play as well. <br />
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Please add your comments and observations/experiences at the tournament. Mike has sent out a questionnaire to all participants. Be sure to return your comments to him! Thanks!<br />
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Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-29336795159976546062015-03-10T14:52:00.000-07:002015-03-10T15:09:08.204-07:00More news from the HEBER VALLEY PICKLEBALL CLUB<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Lots of "picklers" continue to play every weekday morning, dropping in anytime form 9 to 12. We always have 2 courts and sometimes a third. Games are not organized, so everyone can just drop in and play. If there are players waiting, we usually play to 7 points, otherwise a regular game to 11.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Mike Altieri has held two mini clinics, one on lobs, the second on serving. He will send out email reminders before the first Wednesday of the month and let you know what the topic-of-the-day will be. Just show up about 10 to learn some finer points of the game. If you want more individualized skills training, just ask Mike.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Depending on interest, we will start using the third court at 10 on Tuesdays and Thursdays for those who would like special work on technique and/or strategy. New players are welcome to join as well. Remember, beginners, we've ALL been there and want you to improve. Everyone is on board to help you learn!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: small;">We're excited about a tournament planned for Tuesday, April 7th from 9 am to 1 pm at the Rec Center. Please sign up by Monday, March 30th for Round Robin play for only the first 24 players. We'll be awarding prizes and Leslie Oksner. our social chairperson, is planning a social following the tournament. If tournament play isn't for you, we will have bleachers set up for spectators.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">The Club is dedicated both to growing the sport and making it fun for everyone who wants to play. To that end, s</span><span style="font-family: Verdana;">ome players have asked to have a general list of Pickleball Etiquette. The following was provided by Brenda Blackham from St. George, who helped many of us learn the game last summer. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">1. Sportsmanship is first and foremost in pickleball. As such, lines are
called by the team on the side of the court where the line is in question. Your
opponents are always given the benefit of the doubt. Bystanders are not
linesmen. We will all make bad line calls. If someone consistently makes poor
calls, they should be talked to privately. My experience is that the people who
make the worst calls are poor players. so it really doesn't matter. Don't point
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">2. As courts become more crowded, stick to whatever rules the club
decides on for rotational play. Better players sometimes feel they command more
court time than lesser players. Do not let this happen. The HVPC has determined that for now, players who have been waiting will rotate in either after 7 or 11 point games.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">3. Don't hit the ball constantly at the less skilled player in
recreational play. Either hit the ball as the situation demands, or hit to the
better player. Everyone then gets better faster. If you are the better player,
be kind.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">4. Only hit the ball as hard as you can control. We all get hit
accidentally, but no one likes to be hit in the face by a poorly controlled
fast ball. It is ok to direct a ball at your opponent, but should the ball hit
them, it should be below the waist.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">5. Recognize that better players like to play together, but that people
get better by playing with better players. In the course of play, try to make
sure that both those needs are accommodated. The Club has set the times from 9 to noon daily for regular drop-in play. If you are a more skilled player and want to play with others at your level, please arrange times other than this.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Finally, many of you have asked where you can find more information about pickleball, rules, equipment, training, etc. Listed below are some links to sites that you might find interesting. The USAPA (United States of America Pickleball Association) has a wide variety of topics, including YouTube videos of tournaments, training tips, skill building, etc. It is your best source for pickleball information.</span><br />
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Heber Valley Pickleball Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09607933415828590776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6410826560437630738.post-7953368835103931202015-02-09T13:05:00.000-08:002015-02-09T13:05:04.297-08:00Blog is Live!<span style="color: blue;">WELCOME </span>to the first post of the new-as-of-December 2014 Heber Valley Pickleball Club. We are up and running, and going strong. Our Kick-Off party was a huge success, lots of food, wine, information about the club, and general excitement about the game of pickleball. We have elected (by show of hands) officers and committee chairs. The board is as follows:<br />
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President: Kris Beer<br />
Vice-President: Barbara Miano<br />
Secretary: Carol Lee<br />
Treasurer: Kay Shean<br />
Social Chair: Leslie Oksner<br />
Training Chair: Mike altieri<br />
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Many of us "picklers" had been playing since July on tennis courts in the Midway Park at Valais. After a presentation to the city about the growing popularity of the game and how we needed a place to play, the city council authorized and hired a striping company to paint lines on one of the two existing tennis courts. In early August we convinced them, through a survey sent to players and by the number of people turning out daily to play, to stripe the second court. <br />
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It was amazing how many people stopped by to see what we were doing, asking about the fun game with the funny name, and staying to try it out. We typically had extra paddles and learning the basics was fairly easy. Not surprising that once someone started to play, addiction was the next step.<br />
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To spread the word and try to grow the sport, we organized a pickleball clinic the second weekend in August. Wayne Bullock, the tennis and pickleball pro from St. George, conducted three sessions of 12 players each Friday evening and Saturday morning. We practiced newly acquired skills in a mini tournament Saturday afternoon, with many coming back for a potluck on the courts as Wayne, his wife Kristi and their daughter continued to demonstrate the game.<br />
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Our growing group of regular picklers received lots of tips from Brenda Blackham, who lives and plays in St. George but hangs out in Midway during the summer. When not golfing, she would show up on the courts to play and instruct on technique and strategy. Warren and Susan Dinter, also in Midway for the summer, play in St. George the rest of the year, were great teachers also. Throughout the summer, many other players heard about us and dropped in. We usually filled both courts and often had others waiting to circulate in.<br />
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Play continued through what was one of the most fabulous Utah autumns in memory. Some mornings we started when temps were still in the 30's but by mid-morning, we were shedding layers. By November we had moved indoors to the Wasatch County Rec Center in Heber City where 3 courts were striped. More confusing lines as courts were multi-use: pickleball, volleyball, badminton, basketball. <br />
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Indoor play required adjustment to wood floor, lighting, no wind (nice!) or weather issues. It is just a little different game. Through the winter we almost always have at least 2 courts of play and sometimes 3. Our training chair, Mike Altieri, has conducted 2 mini clinics to help players learn or improve their game.<br />
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Our social chair, Leslie Oksner, hosted our first board get together and meeting. Another event with lots of good food and wine. And the discussion was great too. We will be organizing a tournament later in the season, probably March or April. We hope to have a logo designed and Leslie thought her daughter who is a graphic artist might be able to help. (Erin's design currently is on the blog--fabulous work!)<br />
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This is just a brief summary of how pickleball has invaded the Heber Valley and of the club's activities. We will continue to post information about drop-in play, mini clinics, tournaments, and any other news about our fun group. Please post comments to keep the blog alive. <br />
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