Pickleball

Don Friesen and Wally talked about the game of pickleball and its growing popularity.  There is a club in Vernon that currently has about 350 members and a full schedule of week playing times along with events scheduled throughout the year.  They play in Sawicki Park but are hoping to relocate as the court noise and traffic has been a concern of nearby residents.

 

Vernon Pickleball is looking to build twelve pickleball courts at Marshall Fields at a total cost of $500,000.  The full build has the advantage of being large enough to host tournaments and bring revenue to our community.  This location is also ideal as it has a buffer between the courts and residential neighbourhoods.

 

Wally is 79 and continues to beat Don at pickleball, so while it may be less physical than tennis but it is still a game of strategy and technique!

 

“What is Pickleball” - Look at the following site to answer your questions about this game, and get involved if you want to try something new. (The photo shows Don & Wally with Rotarian Morgan Roney)