PPPA – WEEKLY EMAIL BLAST

July 2, 2023


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  PPPA ASSISTS THE MYRON STRATTON HOME WITH THEIR PICKLEBALL DREAM

We were contacted by the Myron Stratton Home for assistance with painting pickleball lines on their basketball court for their residents. After a little coordination we were able to put together a team of volunteers to make their dream come true.

We would like to thank:

Mr. Kevin Gardner 

Mrs. Lisa Kline

Ms. Nancy Steffy 

Mrs. Sharon Kumpf

Mr. Joe Johnson 

Mrs. Chelley Gardner-Smith

Kevin Gardner and Lisa Kline did the hard work of measuring and squaring the court while the rest of the team assisted. Kevin donated all of the required equipment and paint and the team worked for three hours in the hot sun to give back to this organization that does so much for others in our community. PPPA donated a portable net and are working to procure some paddles for them to start a pickleball program for their residents.

Chelley who is an administrator at Myron Stratton summed it up like this: “I am stunned and thrilled by their kind generosity! The bid to put in a court was $24,000…they did everything for free and EVEN donated the tape-paint, etc. This is no small thing.”

You can watch the work in progress by clicking here.

PPPA Board of Directors




  MVP COURTS CLOSED FOR RESURFACING!!


The Pickleball Courts at Monument Valley Park are closed to accommodate the ongoing maintenance and resurfacing of the courts.  The work is scheduled to be completed on July 7, 2023. The Great Plains Regional Tournament has reserved the entire pickleball complex from July 8 through 13.  The courts are expected to be available for public use starting on July 14, 2023.

During this time other court locations around the city will be extremely busy. Please be patient as this much needed work is completed.

“Be kind. Be courteous. Love others and be happy. It’s that simple.”
-Daniel Norris-

PPPA Board of Directors

  NEW PADDLE UP SIGNAGE AT MVP AND JOHN VENESIA COMMUNITY PARKS

Based on feedback from our members, the Board is continuing to work with Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services to address and improve court access at Monument Valley and John Venezia Community Parks.  

This week, pickleball rotation signs explaining the court process were added to each individual court entrance at both locations. With player cooperation this should help new, existing, and out-of-town players understand and adhere to the paddle up/rotation process to ensure fair and equitable court time for all. 





  HELP LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY AT MVP

The PPPA Board is seeking assistance in building two more paddle troughs for MVP.  The plan is to position each of the troughs (3 total) to a specific section of courts. 

  • 1 trough for courts 1 - 6
  • 1 trough for courts 7 - 11
  • 1 trough for courts 12 - 15

This should make it easier for players to see when others are waiting, easier for people waiting to see when courts are opening, and easier for groups to paddle up and play on courts that are closer together.

If you'd like to leave a lasting legacy to the community, and have the skills and the time to help create two more troughs consistent with the one already in place at MVP, please contact us at info@pikespeakpickleball.com

As a side note:

Board volunteers are also in the process of putting up Wasp Traps and Wind Ribbons around the courts at MVP. 

  • The traps should help reduce wasp, hornet or yellow jacket problems often encountered in the summer months. Emoji
  • The ribbons should help players adjust serves and returns on the rare occasion when the wind is NOT blowing!


  2023 COLORADO OPEN - PIKES PEAK OR BUST TOURNAMENT - AUGUST 11 - 13, 2023

Registration is open for the 2023 Colorado Open - Pikes Peak or Bust Tournament. 

This is the "only" tournament that dedicates all proceeds to the City of Colorado Springs and to El Paso County to assist in funding new courts. Current new court development projects are:

 - Bear Creek Park - 6 additional pickleball courts and two tennis courts dual striped for pickleball

 - Venezia Park - 4 additional pickleball courts which are Pending Colorado Springs Parks and Recreation approval

 - Coleman Park - 18 - 20 pickleball courts that are included in the final design for the park

Please register as soon as possible and be ready to enjoy some competitive play and a fun tournament experience!

All information for registration can be found by clicking on this flyer:


  WOMEN’S LUNCHTIME ROTATING DOUBLES AT SPRINGS PICKLEBALL

Women's Lunchtime Rotating Doubles for Intermediate (3.5) to Advanced Plus (4.0+)

At check in, we will assign you a court based on your DUPR rating (if you have one). 

We will use a bump up, bump down format, after each game to 11, win by 2, winners move up one court, losers move down one court.

Players must be between the 3.5 to 4.0 range to play. If your DUPR is below the 3.5 level, Springs Pickleball reserves the right to ask you to withdraw from the event.

SIGN UP FOR THE WOMEN’S LUNCHTIME ROTATING DOUBLES BY CLICKING THE LINK: 

https://app.courtreserve.com/Online/Public/EmbedCode/8778/24010/402711?orgLayout=true

  BATTLE OF THE PADDLES PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT PUEBLO 2023 

The Pueblo County Pickleball Association is hosting their first ever tournament at the new Mineral Palace Park courts on August 18-20, 2023.  The Battle of the Paddles Pueblo 2023 is the weekend after PPPA’s CO Open - Pike Peak or Bust. Click on the flyer to read more about this tournament or email Sue Coman, the coordinator, at arroyoacres@ghvalley.net

                         

To register go to pickleballbrackets.com.  



  THE PPPA ONLINE STORE IS OPEN

Looking for gifts for yourself or pickleball loving family members or friends? Look no further! We have restocked our shelves and PPPA logo merchandise is now on sale with most sizes and colors of tee shirts, pullovers, hats and visors currently available in limited supplies online at the PPPA Store (pikespeakpickleball.com). Simply go to the website, click on the “Store” link, and follow the prompts to search for available colors, sizes, and styles.

Payment can be made through PayPal or with your own credit card. Your purchase will be mailed to you for an additional charge, or you may choose to pick up your item(s). Pick up instructions will appear on your confirmation if you choose this option. Supplies are limited so log on and shop today!



Erica Roberts, Merchandise Manager


 KING SOOPERS COMMUNITY REWARD PROGRAM BENEFITS PPPA 

Did you know that you can earn $$$ for PPPA with every dollar you spend when you shop at King Soopers or City Market? Friends and Family can help PPPA earn money too!

See this flyer for information and how you can sign up.


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