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Local Summer Shootouts
There is only ONE spot left in the Senior Rotating Round Robin Shootout. WOW, that filled fast! The open spot is in the 66 and older division. Click here to snag it! I highly encourage any interested parties to get on the waitlist. Wait to pay...
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Thank you to everyone who voted for the redesigned EPPA logo. WOW! This was a tight race. Less than ten votes separated logo numbers 3 and 4. I can see why this was such a tough decision- they both are GREAT! Thank you again to Shelley for yo...
continue readingBaldwin Park Shootout
Let's christen those new Baldwin courts with a shootout! This one is designed for our more SENIOR crowd. If it rains, we will head just a few minutes away to Westwood Racquet Club to play. Sunday, June 25 starting at 2:00 pm. We have two divis...
continue readingContest Time
Who doesn't love a good contest? The Erie Pickleball scene has been buzzing with excitement. New courts, new EPPA members, new events and shootouts coming soon. It’s the perfect time to launch some new merchandise! We are working with a very e...
continue readingCourt Updates
Zuck and Asbury Parks are awaiting nets, which should be installed by the end of this week. However, the surface is ready to go! If you have a net that you would like to take, you can go play at either park. Zuck Park, with 6 courts, is going t...
continue readingPickleball Open House
I hope everyone got out this weekend to play. Baldwin Park is seeing LOTS of action and the renovations to Zuck Park and Asbury Park are set to start tomorrow. Looking to see other courts in our area? Check out the Kahkwa Club's six beautiful c...
continue readingSave the Dates
This weekend kicks off the unofficial start of summer! We have so much planned. All locations are to be determined and will be announced later as we are working on logistics like obtaining permits, etc. However, please save these dates if the f...
continue readingGeneral Reminders
I had some major FOMO (fear of missing out) this morning while I knew so many friends were gathered and playing at the new Baldwin Courts. I have received countless photos and positive messages filled with happiness and gratitude about the new co...
continue readingThe News Some (Most) Have Been Waiting For
Guess what is happening tomorrow (Tuesday) morning? The LONG awaited time is here. I just spoke with Bob B. and the City let him know that the locks will be taken off the courts at Baldwin and they will be playable tomorrow morning! Is anyone el...
continue readingLast Call!
Urban University’s online merchandise store closes tomorrow. So much pickleball related apparel! See a small sample of the offerings in the picture below. Click the link to see it all. [UU Merch]
continue readingSpreading Positivity
There's SO much energy and joy radiating through the Erie Pickleball community right now with the upcoming addition of many local courts. Baldwin Park should be ready to play on starting next week! This has been a long process and many of us wond...
continue readingNearby Events and Local Clinic
Spring Fling this Weekend If you're looking for some nearby competition this weekend, sign up for the Lakewood YMCA's Spring Fling. HURRY! Registration closes today. Spots open for all levels. [Spring Fling.JPEG] Beginner Clinic Come learn th...
continue readingCourts are Shaping Up and Demo Day Reminder
I got a few updates about Baldwin today, so I had to stop by and see the courts for myself. WOW!! Both sides of the wall are now blue, the fencing looks incredible- especially the walkway between the courts, and the surface looks prepped. The res...
continue readingTournament Update
We had a great turnout for the Beginner/Novice Rotating Round Robin! We thank all of the players, volunteers, spectators. A special shoutout to the set up and tear down squad as well as our fantastic group of unofficial officiants. You made toda...
continue readingShootout, Clinic, Demo Day!
Beginner/Novice Round Robin- Sunday, May 7 at 1:00pm WOW!!!! The novice players want to play! Thirty spots have filled already. Only six remain and registration closes Friday, May 5th at 5 pm. Thinking about it? Do not wait too long. Check o...
continue readingThank you from Urban University
Thank you to all who supported the Urban University “Be The Change” Pickleball Shootout yesterday to benefit our youth program. Big shoutouts to: Erie Pickleball Players Association, Westwood Racquet Club, all the volunteers, players, spectators, ...
continue readingBeginner/Novice Player? This One is for YOU
We are astounded at the number of players who have participated in beginner clinics/trainings at the local YMCAs, Westwood Racquet Club, and Church of the Cross! * Sorry if I missed anywhere else who teaches beginners* This is so exciting for th...
continue readingProgress at Baldwin and Urban University Shootout
Baldwin Park Things are happening at Baldwin Park! Here are some picture updates. If you are there and see progress and take pictures, feel free to email them to me e.arnold032@gmail.com. Very excited to see these plans for local courts come ...
continue readingRenewals and Lakewood YMCA Tournament
Renewals We have a good amount of members up for renewal in May. You received or will receive email reminders to renew. I just went through the process for my own renewal and it was super easy! You just have to remember that once you click the...
continue readingUpdates from Near and Far
Congrats To the EPPA members who participated in the Minto US Open in Naples, congratulations! I’ve watched footage of the event throughout the week and know I need to get down to Naples for a future US Open. Special shout-out to Oto Hlincik as h...
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