Johnny Henson, Professor Pool For the last few years most professional matches are played fast because of the use of the shot clock. At this increased speed it does not allow the watcher to really think out what they would do before the player shoots the next shot. Recently I have found that I learn…
Category: April 2025
April 2025, Sports
What Is Pickleball?
Come join the fun and find out! Learn about pickleball on Tuesday, April 8, at 3 p.m. Please arrive 15 minutes early at the Ramada for paperwork. Space is limited to 28 people, so visit our website at www.sbrpickleball.club to register, then click on “Click to reserve a space” below the flyer sign. What you’ll…
April 2025, Sports
Relishing Pickleball: Resetting the Rally
David Zapatka You’re in a crosscourt dinking rally and your opponent continues to put you under pressure with consistent dinking that tries your patience. The rally becomes more difficult as your opponent pushes you closer to the sidelines with shots close to the net. How long can you dink like this? Is it a battle…
April 2025, Sports
Battle for the Saddle: Year Three
Kathie Marshall February was a swinging month for the SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association (SBRTA). The fun festivities began Feb. 10 with a well-attended Meet & Mingle function at the home of President Sue Cook and her husband, Jim. This event was created so that members could meet, socialize, and share ideas with the 2025 SBRTA…
April 2025, Sports
SaddleBrooke and Ranch Senior Softball Action!
King Mitchell (aka Mitch) Well SaddleBrooke and Ranch Senior Softball fans, you’ll be reading this just before our St. Patrick’s Day Tournament on March 15. Ranchers welcome! Yeah, all you Ranchers, in case you didn’t know, are welcome to come on down to the SaddleBrooke softball field, check it all out and, if you’re feeling…
April 2025, Sports
Brian Baker and Eric Taylor Win the SBRMGA 2025 Member-Member Tournament
The SBRMGA enjoyed two days of wonderful golf, one featured ideal weather, the other was a windy beast, and 134 golfers giving it their all in pursuit of golf glory as the SaddleBrooke Ranch 2025 Member-Member champion. When it was all said and done, one team stood high above the rest. Brian Baker and Eric Taylor finished…
April 2025, Sports
Ranchette Putters February Winners
Vickie Thomson As we welcome spring, the Ranchette Putters are enjoying the warm weather, friendship, and laughs. The February winners are: Gross Lowest Average: Linda Noble Gross Second Lowest Average: Evie Falk Gross Third Lowest Average: Marilyn Heasley, Jan Junkin, Barb Keller Net Lowest Average: Sue Fetters Net Second Lowest Average: Mary Fernandez Net Third…
Sports, April 2025
SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association Events
Char Burrill SBRWGA Del Sud Tournament On Feb. 18 and 25, the Saddlebrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association (SBRWGA) held their 2025 Del Sud Tournament. This is a two-day net eclectic tournament. Each member club of the Southern District Women’s Golf Association plays this tournament, separately, on their home course. We are happy to be members…
April 2025, Clubs & Classes
Amateur Radio Club Monthly Breakfast
Edward Larsen The SaddleBrooke Amateur Radio Club met at SaddleBrooke Ranch on Feb. 21 for a monthly breakfast at Bistro Veinte. Fourteen members attended the popular club breakfast gathering. The excellent food and service served in a conference room adjacent to the cafe was enjoyed by all. The SaddleBrooke Amateur Radio Club now has 91…
April 2025, Clubs & Classes
Creating With Friends
Debora Witten On Feb. 20, Nancy Worby did a wonderful demo and workshop on simple Zentangle designs. There were approximately 30 zentanglers creating zen tiles. All the tiles were unique and delightful. The next “Creating with Friends” will be April 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. with a demonstration by Donna Mains. The demo will be on…