PPPA – WEEKLY EMAIL BLAST

November 26, 2023


In this week's blast:


 

  PLEASE NOMINATE PPPA FOR THE SCHEELS GIVEAWAY!

Please help us by nominating Pikes Peak Pickleball Association (PPPA) for the Scheels Giveaway. Remember, every dollar PPPA raises comes back to our pickleball community!  Click on the image below to go to Scheels online.


Thank you,

PPPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS







  WINTER PROTOCOL FOR CITY/COUNTY COURTS

The Parks Department of Colorado Springs has announced their snow and ice procedures this year.

Effective Nov. 13th, 2023, unauthorized use of snow/ice removal methods or equipment is prohibited. During weather events, staff will assess the snow and ice levels to prioritize safety and court quality to determine when the courts will open. Please follow the status signage that will be posted in the parking lots. We appreciate your assistance as we work to protect and maintain our courts.

  • Park Operations staff will close and lock the MVP/John Venezia Pickleball Courts when snow/ice are present. El Paso County will do the same at Bear Creek.
  • No shovels or snow removal equipment/techniques of any kind allowed.
  • Permanent signs will be posted on the gates at the courts indicating courts will be locked when snow and ice are present.

    • Signs will be installed in the parking lot near the pickleball courts at Monument Valley and John Venezia Park that will provide court status. A red sign with the words “Courts Closed” and a green sign with the words “Courts Open.” A flagpole utilizing colored flags will also be installed at John Venezia utilizing the same color designation of the signs. 
    • Bear Creek will use its flag system – red when closed, green when open.
      • Nets will be removed on courts 12 thru 15 at MVP when snow eventually dictates. 

      **The MVP permanent restrooms are closed for the season.





        CREATIVE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

      PPPA is looking for one or more volunteers to help design and manage a new online store.  Individual(s) will:

      • Work with PPPA IT to design a new online store page.
      • Research and make recommendations for selecting an online promotional vendor (or vendors) that can provide PPPA branded items - such as T Shirts, Visors, Jackets, Bags, etc. that members actually want! 
      • Help manage inventory sales during annual ice cream socials and local tournaments.
      • Help track inventory sales/returns for annual financial reporting.

      If this is suited to your abilities and you'd like to have a creative hand in making changes that directly benefit our members, we'd LOVE to hear from you!  

      Please send a job interest cover letter to info@pikespeakpickleball.com for more information.


       

      Please click on the balloon

      or use the direct link: http://roberta-loughman.remax.com


        WHAT'S HAPPENING AT SPRINGS PICKLEBALL

      Check out our schedule of events by clicking here: Event Schedule - Springs Pickleball


      SPEND A MINIMUM OF $150 ON GIFT CERTIFICATES OR IN OUR PRO SHOP 

      AND GET A $20 SPRINGS PICKLEBALL GIFT CARD!

      It's that time of year again. Springs Pickleball is pleased to bring back our $20 Give Card good for court time or in the Pro Shop with every purchase of $150 or more. 



        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


        5% OFF AT PICKLEBALL CENTRAL

      Pickleball Central’s online store has it all:  Paddles, balls, clothing, and all things pickleball.  Want 5% off?  Go to www.pickleballcentral.com and use PPPA’s coupon code CRPikes2. 

      You get 5% off your purchase and PPPA gets a 5% credit at year end.  It’s a win-win!


       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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