Debora Witten The Dinking Divas of SaddleBrooke Ranch were presented with a complimentary new OWL paddle to try during their recreational pickleball play. OWL Sport presented the OWL paddle to Debora Witten, founder of the Dinking Divas of SaddleBrooke Ranch, with the understanding that the paddle would be shared with the Divas so OWL Sport…
Kathie Marshall For racquet sports enthusiasts who are looking to up their game, there are ways to become more competitive and it involves practice. Recently, my husband Tom Marshall and I visited Sun Lakes, a Robson Community in the Phoenix area where he competed in the annual Jason Morton Tennis Tournament. This tournament attracts nationally…
David Zapatka Would you like to neutralize the hard shots being hit in your direction? Consider a blocking strategy. Blocking a shot properly requires technique, positioning, timing and strategy. Follow this advice to improve your blocking skills: * Stand with your knees bent and feet shoulder-width apart. The lower you can get down, the better.…
Patti Jo Lewis In February, a great group of our SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association (SBRWGA) players chose to participate in the 2024 “Take a Swing at Cancer” golf tournament at the Preserve Golf Course at SaddleBrooke. Melanie Timberlake and Kay Johnson captured Closest to the Pin wins. Thanks to all the women who support…
Deb McGiboney You will be taught the proper way to hold your POP racquet, the rules of POP Tennis, techniques, scoring, and about having fun! If you are interested in seeing if POP Tennis is for you or if you need a refresher course on POP Tennis, then this beginner clinic is for you! To…
This team is the only mixed Arizona Pickleball Players League (APPL) team at SaddleBrooke Ranch. Pictured are Lyn Olson (co–captain) with Jim Foley, Polly Jones with her partner Rob Ortega, Sandy Tucker with Chris Tucker, and Debora Witten (captain) with Morlin Hastings. Not available for the team photo were Cherry Pentony and her partner Jim…
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool If you consider your billiard game as an investment, it is essential to ensure that you are getting a good return on your investment. As you invest a considerable amount of time, effort, and money into playing billiards, it is always advisable to invest in professional billiard instruction to improve your…
The Dinking Divas of SaddleBrooke Ranch got to play some pickleball prior to getting to work on the shoe drive in March.
Patti Jo Lewis It was déjà vu with the weather in February, almost a repeat of the delays experienced in 2023. Eventually the weather cooperated and SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association (SBRWGA) congratulates Kay Johnson, our 2024 Del Sud Tournament Champion. Kay finished at 12 under net par. La Conquistadora del Sud is a tournament…
Pat Albu The Ranchette Putters had a busy month in January, with five Wednesdays to add to their putting laurels. These ladies were particularly successful in January, despite some really chilly weather! Lowest Gross Average: Sue Hynes 36.0 2nd Lowest Gross Avg: Linda Noble 36.25 3rd Lowest Gross Avg: Jacque Hendricks 36.75 Lowest Net Average:…