Patti Jo Lewis The SaddleBrooke Women’s Classic was held on May 22 and had a field of 120 golfers with members from SaddleBrooke HOA One, MountainView/Preserve (MV/P), and our own SaddleBrooke Women’s Golf Association (SBRWGA) players. The game was two best net balls of the foursome with Stableford scoring. Three (3) flights of 10 foursome…
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July 2024, Sports
Relishing Pickleball: The 4th Shot
David Zapatka We have learned the importance of the 3rd shot drop and that the receiving team has the initial advantage in the rally. The question now becomes, what does the receiving team need to do to maintain their advantage? Court positioning is vital as you prepare for the 4th shot. Only the player receiving…
July 2024, Sports
Dinking Divas Celebrate Memorial Day
The Dinking Divas donned red, white, and blue in recognition of Memorial Day for their pickleball play.
July 2024, Sports
Resilience
Tim Malone, SaddleBrooke Ranch Resident and Softball Player Resilience plays a significant role in all of our lives. It’s not just a personality trait, but a set of actions, behaviors, and thoughts that can be developed and nurtured over time. Examples of resilience may include a positive attitude, effective coping skills, healthy thinking, hobbies, and…
Sports, July 2024
Ranchette Putters Sponsors
Pat Albu Since 2017, the Ranchette Putters have been fortunate to have a group of dedicated sponsors who help to underwrite our many social events, including tournaments with other clubs and “Friends and Family” tournaments. Our first sponsors were the well-known real estate team and SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) residents Leslie and Les Brown of the…
July 2024, Sports
Bocce Club Spring League Champions
Marty Knezovich, SBRBC Competition Director The SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Bocce Club Spring League playoff matches were played May 28 through 30. Only the top eight teams out of a field of 38 teams qualified for the playoffs. The Ballz & Dollz team, captain Rich Rogers, qualified for the playoffs. The Ballz & Dollz team edged…
July 2024, Sports
Play Your Best Pool: Improving Your Stance Can Greatly Improve Your Game
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool Most players struggle to improve their billiard game. They overlook the importance of the stance. I would say that no two players stand the same way at the table. Their personal preference and also their unique physical characteristics can influence a player’s stance. Some goals that you should have when developing…
Sports, July 2024
Lady Niners Give Generously to Family First
Constance Garrison At our Lady Niners May Board Meeting, President Mary Schlachter and Vice President Ann Hulett presented a check for $2,010 to Claire Grochocki, Director of Family First, Oracle. The money was collected as part of the raffle at the recent Lady Niners Invitational. Pinal County established Family First in 2004. Family First and…
July 2024, Sports
USTA World Tennis Number Tournament at the Ranch
Kathie Marshall With the leadership and experience of two United States Tennis Association (USTA) social representatives, the SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association (SBRTA) hosted the first USTA World Tennis Number tournament that took place here at the Ranch on May 11. Thirty-six players entered the tournament, with half of those living outside the Ranch, and some…