Gary Pelphrey According to the Sports and Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), pickleball continues to experience significant national growth, increasing 479% from 2020 to 2025. Participation has expanded faster than any major recreational sport in America, with additional investment interest highlighted by recent reports of a $225 million investment in pickleball-related ventures by Apollo Sports Capital,…
Jim Grosjean The MPMGA has been busy this spring with numerous and varied tournaments all leading up to the famous Summer Bash on June 4. The Bash is one of our most popular events, namely because it includes a free lunch and, most importantly, free beer. (I hope) I still question the naming of this late spring tournament the “Summer” Bash, since it…
Max Fleming 2026 Men’s Niners Summer Cup The Men’s Niners will hold a Summer Cup event, a Ryder Cup style competition on June 17, June 20 (Saturday!) and June 24. Watch the emails for more details. The 2026 Niners Unite Summer Mixed Scramble The SaddleBrooke Men’s and Lady’s Niners Summer mixed scramble is on Tuesday…
Ellen Avenoso Each month—typically on the first Tuesday—all league members playing that day compete for Gross and Net “Ace of the Month” honors. This ongoing competition recognizes the lowest Gross and lowest Net scores, awarding each winner Ace status for that month. At the end of the year, all monthly Aces advance to compete for…
Connie Kotke The May luncheon for the Verde Sputters was a festive event—with beautifully-decorated tables and a parade where players could show off their Kentucky Derby hats. Two women at each table were lucky enough to take home the centerpiece prizes—creative Derby hats that were hand-made by the volunteer committee consisting of Jill Jepsen, Debbie…
Debbie Bornmann The Verde Sputters brought their best talent to the practice green each Monday in April. Rain showers never delayed play but it rained Holes–in–One! All women who are not part of a sanctioned 9-hole or 18-hole golf league are invited to join, even if they’ve never picked up a putter. Simply grab a…