Park City Pickleball Club members came out in force on June 23 to learn new skills, meet up with old friends and support a worthy cause.

The Alzheimer’s Association Fundraiser netted $20,000 in donations to support research and awareness of the disease that affects so many families.

Held at the Park City MARC, the event included semi-private lessons from club instructors; recreational play with coaching from club instructors; open play; and a silent auction.

Over 160 club members got together for a good cause on Sept. 1, raising $35,000 to benefit Kenya Partners. The nonprofit group runs a hospital, a boarding school and two preschools in Kenya, focusing on education as a way to lift children out of poverty.

The fundraiser gave club members a chance to learn from local instructors, play some games, enjoy complimentary refreshments, and bid in a silent auction.    

Photos by Randy Weatherly

The Park City Pickleball Club participated for the second year in the 4th of July parade down Main Street in Park City.  Over 30 members marched in the parade decorated in red, white and blue.

Stuart Sommers volunteered his open-air Jeep, and club members carried the PCPC banners. Members volleyed pickleballs in the front of the Jeep and gave parade-goers a chance to join in. Behind the Jeep was a rolling, flag-festooned pickleball net, where almost a dozen people played pickleball as the crowd cheered their approval.

Thanks again to everyone who took time out of their 4th of July to join in the fun. 

Club members got a chance to go outside and play at the PCPC’s May social. The well-attended event included potluck treats, friendly games and of course, plenty of socializing. (Photos by Linda Belgiano)

photos by Elaine Murray

Park City Pickleball Club members gathered for good food, good fun and lots of good pickleball games at the annual Holiday Social Dec. 3 at Park City MARC. In addition, scores of toys were collected for donation to the Christian Center’s Operation Hope, spreading holiday spirit to the whole community.

Photos by Linda Belgiano

Costumed players showed off their trick shots and enjoyed potluck treats at Park City Pickleball Club’s third annual Halloween Party.

The event was held from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29 at the Park City MARC, and featured social play among all levels on the indoor courts and in the bubble.

Upscale ambiance and a fun vibe will make Park City Pickleball Club’s annual meeting unusually festive this year. That’s because the event will be held at the Star Bar in downtown Park City, from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22. Appetizers will be served, a cash bar will be available, and up to 300 club members will be on hand to socialize and enjoy the evening.

The brief meeting will include an overview of the past year’s activities, as well as plans for the coming year. The agenda also features a call for nominations for club president, secretary, and several new board positions. There will be reports on indoor play schedules, court development, and the social and tournament calendars. Cost for the event is $20 per person. To sign up, go to LivePickleball.com.

March Madness: It’s not just for college basketball. It’s also the theme of the Park City Pickleball Club social planned for Saturday, March 26 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Park City MARC.

Show your spirit by wearing your favorite basketball team’s colors, or just wear green.

Come ready to play pickleball in the bubble and on the indoor courts, with all levels mixing it up in an open-play format. There will also be designated beginner and advanced courts.

Participants are asked to bring a dish to share for the potluck buffet.

The cost of the event is $10, with online registration available through the MARC’s Program Registration portal. Payment will also be accepted at the front desk on March 26. As with all PCPC events, this will be run by volunteers. If you’d like to pitch in, sign up here or contact Elaine Murray at 435-659-9066.

Photos by Linda Belgiano

Park City Pickleball Club members gathered at the MARC on Dec. 11 for the annual Holiday Social featuring festive foods, activities and games for all levels on 18 courts.

In the spirit of the giving, club members donated toys – enough to fill an entire SUV to the roof – to be distributed to local children through Operation Hope, and cash donations totaling $300 for the Christian Center of Park City and Peace House.