Category: Sports

SaddleBrooke and Ranch Senior Softball Action!

King Mitchell Well softball readers, whaddya do during Christmas break when there’s no softball action to get the blood pumping and the heart racing? Yes, I know, sit on your duff, watch football, and eat Christmas cookies. No! Think about softball, NATCH! Well …. that’s what I did. As I write this it’s Jan. 26…

Relishing Pickleball: Hitting an Overhead

David Zapatka Have you noticed how often people are hitting lobs these days or is it just me? Think SMASH! The overhead smash is one of the most satisfying and effective shots in pickleball. When executed well, it can end a rally immediately or put your opponents on the defensive. However, many players struggle with…

Tucson Senior Olympics Silver Medal Winners

Karl Knight The men’s pool competition within the Tucson Senior Olympics festival was held over two days (Jan. 20 and 21) at Pockets Pool Hall in downtown Tucson. Players came from all over the Tucson area ranging from Casa Grande in the North to Sierra Vista in the South. More than 100 players in total…