Johnny Henson, Professor Pool I am a very competitive person, and because of this I am very serious and intense when I am competing. Over the years I have been told by people that I am one of the most competitive people they have ever met. Because I am aware of this, I have always…
Category: May 2025
Clubs & Classes, May 2025
Living Retired: ‘Hear This. I SAID HEAR THIS!’
Gary Chalk Did you hear March 3 was National Hearing Day? I said, DID YOU HEAR MARCH 3 WAS NATIONAL HEARING DAY? If you are Living Retired, you likely have a hearing issue. That’s because hearing loss ranks up there with hobbling around on achy wobbly knees and dreading early onset toenail fungus! The first…
May 2025, Sports
SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association News
Char Burrill What a busy month it has been for the women of the SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association (SBRWGA). SBRWGA has held two tournaments and enjoyed many days of regular league play since the last newsletter deadline! Our time on the golf course has created many opportunities for camaraderie and friendly competition. President’s Cup…
May 2025, Features
Newcomer’s Welcome Gathering June 4
Linda Shannon-Hills Are you a new resident to SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR)? Join us for an informational presentation on Wednesday, June 4, from 2:30 to 5 p.m. at the SBR Ranch House Sol Ballroom. You are invited to join us for the Newcomers Welcome Gathering to learn more about the SaddleBrooke Ranch community and other things…
May 2025, Sports
What Is Pickleball?
Come join the fun and find out! Learn about pickleball on Tuesday, May 13, at 4 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…
May 2025, Sports
Relishing Pickleball: Keys to Successful Net Play
David Zapatka We’ve all heard the saying, “Pickleball is won at the net.” What does this mean? Honing your skills around the non-volley zone (kitchen) can improve your play and results. Here are a few key points: 1. It all starts with hitting a deep serve, putting the opponents in a position where it’s tougher…
Sports, May 2025
Senior Softball Action!
King Mitchell Jr. Well SaddleBrooke and SaddleBrooke Ranch Senior Softball fans, here’s the latest (as of March 26) in the action-packed world of SB softball. 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…
May 2025, Sports
Putters March Highlights
Pat Albu While our crazy Arizona spring weather seemed to be changing by the hour, the Ranchette Putters were able to play four times in March. Here are the statistics revealing our top putters for the month! March Gross Average Winners Lowest: Nancy Tagge, 35.75 Second: Norma Tanner, 37.00 Third (tie): Joyce Cox and Roxanne…
May 2025, Sports
Bocce Club Winter League Champions
Marty Knezovich The SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Bocce Club Fall League playoff matches were played on March 3 through 6. Only the top 12 teams out of a field of 32 teams qualified for the playoffs. The Holy Rollers team, captain Jim Foley, edged out the Honor Rollers team, captain John Murphy, for the championship. The…
May 2025, Clubs & Classes
Conservative/Republican Club News
Nancy Borcalli Please note the meeting date has changed to the last Thursday in May: May 29, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Sol Ballroom. Guest Speaker—April Smith We are pleased to welcome April Smith as our Guest Speaker in May. April has been with The Arizona Free Enterprise Club for three years, and…