Relishing Pickleball: Stacking

David Zapatka Stacking is a doubles strategy where teammates intentionally position themselves on the same side of the court to keep a stronger player on their preferred side for forehand or backhand shots, maximizing offensive and defensive opportunities. To stack or not to stack? This question is often asked. Here are some points to consider…

September Putters Winners

Pat Albu Despite the continuing heat, the Ranchette Putters continue to show up on Wednesday mornings to do their thing on the putting green. We had some very low scores and many holes-in-one in September. Lowest Gross Averages Lowest: Linda Noble, 34.33 2nd Lowest: Jan Junkin, 34.67 3rd Lowest: Evie Falk, 35.00 Lowest Net Averages…

Savor Retirement: Lifespan and Healthspan in Retirement

Tim Malone Gerontologist Dr. Kerry Burnight introduces the critical concept of Joyspan based on the science of well-being, contentment, connection, meaning, growth, choice, and purpose. Joyspan reframes joy as a long-term emotional investment, not just a fleeting emotion. Joy isn’t just about feeling good—it is a life hack for building resilience that lasts a lifetime.…

Democrats Hosted Visit from Dr. Teresa Ruiz, Candidate for Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction

M.C. Nelson On Sept. 16, the Democratic Club welcomed Candidate Dr Teresa Ruiz. She is a career educator, executive leader, and passionate advocate for public education. A proud Arizonan, she started in South Phoenix Public Schools and continued through Northern Arizona University before obtaining her Doctoral Degree in Higher and Postsecondary Education via Arizona State…

SBR National Parks Club

Linda Harvey Our October speaker was Bret Muter, the Director of Philanthropy and Programming at Western National Parks (WNP). With the recent federal government shutdown, this was an important time to hear about the WNP and what this organization does as a partner to our national parks. Bret took the opportunity to explain his organization…