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Pickleballers Compete In Miami Pickleball Open
Six Bermuda pickleballers competed in the Chase APP Miami Pickleball Open at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Sue Chiappa, Mark Cordeiro, Gavin Manders, Benjamin Jones, Sarah Fox, and Danny Fox all competed. Chiappa was crowned the mixed doubles skill: 3.5: 55+ class Champion alongside Massi Furlan. The pair defeated Heather Moffatt and Gary Miller... Read more of this article
Gavin Manders Appointed PAB National Director
The Pickleball Association Bermuda [PAB] has appointed Gavin Manders as the National Director of Pickleball. A spokesperson said, “The Pickleball Association Bermuda [PAB] is delighted to announce the appointment of Gavin Manders as the National Director of Pickleball. This significant appointment heralds a new chapter in the advancement of pickleball... Read more of this article
Pickleball Coaching Certification Training Held
The Pickleball Association of Bermuda [PAB] announced the “successful conclusion of a transformative week, from December 1-7, aimed at advancing pickleball coaching excellence and broadening the sport’s reach across Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “Internationally acclaimed coaches Marina Anderson and Chris Powers led the event,... Read more of this article
‘Dink For Pink’ Raises $11,670 For PALS Charity
The third annual Dink For Pink, a women-only pickleball event at Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club, raised $11,670 for P.A.L.S. A spokesperson said, “In its third year, the Dink For Pink women-only event attracted 90 pickleballers – up from 16 when it was started in October 2021. “Clothed and bedazzled in head-to-toe pink,... Read more of this article
Photos/Results: BDA Blue Pickleball Tournament
The BDA Blue Pickleball Open Tournament 2023 was held at the Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club from September 16 to 18. A spokesperson said, “Entry fees from the 120 participants raised a total of $3,540. These funds have been donated by the sponsors and co-sponsors of this tournament to the Pickleball Association of Bermuda [charity... Read more of this article
Inaugural Pickleball Commercial League Results
The Pickleball Association of Bermuda [PAB] announced the conclusion of its inaugural Commercial League – a pilot programme which will go fully live in May of 2024. A spokesperson said, “Six teams participated in Division 1 and 8 teams in Division 2. One hundred and twenty-three players in total registered to play. “The Pickleball Commercial League,... Read more of this article
Photos: 2023 Deloitte Open Pickleball Tournament
The 2023 Deloitte Open Pickleball Tournament recently concluded, with some 120 entrants — ranging from 10 to 78 years old — taking part in the event. A spokesperson said, “Congratulations to all our semi-finalists and finalists! Especially those who made multiple appearances on Championship Monday – including Alvaro Triana who took... Read more of this article
Deloitte Open Pickleball Tournament Day Two
The 2023 Deloitte Open Pickleball Tournament continued at the Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club. In men’s doubles 4.0 & above action Mark Cordeiro and Noah Browne defeated Matt Dragonetti and Courtland Boyle, while Matt Dragonetti and Christine Todd defeated Dominic Powell and Tori Powell in mixed doubles 4.0 & above action. Mixed... Read more of this article
Deloitte Open Pickleball Tournament Underway
The 2023 Deloitte Open Pickleball Tournament got underway at Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club. Ladies’ Doubles 3.5 & Above – straight to final [8 teams] Winners: Nancy Kempe / Sarah Fox defeated Dianne McLeod-Blais / Janice Bucci 15-4 in the final Semi-Finalists: Christine Todd / Sue Chiappa and Cathi McClure / Corey Masters-Brown Men’s... Read more of this article
Photos, Video & 360: Pickleball Extravaganza
The official opening of the brand new pickleball courts was held this weekend at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium. A Government spokesperson previously said, “Pickleball has been rapidly gaining popularity in Bermuda over the past few years, and the new courts are a testament to the growing demand for this exciting sport. “The new courts are... Read more of this article
Pickleball Courts To Open At Tennis Stadium
The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation, in collaboration with the Pickleball Association of Bermuda, announced the official opening of brand new pickleball courts at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium. A Government spokesperson said, “Pickleball has been rapidly gaining popularity in Bermuda over the past few years, and the new courts are a testament... Read more of this article
Photos: Students Play Pickleball At Govt House
Governor Rena Lalgie congratulated students from Victor Scott Primary and Dellwood Middle Schools for “completing the first Pickleball learning course at Government House.” Government House posted the photos online below, and said, “Her Excellency the Governor congratulates students from Victor Scott Primary and Dellwood Middle Schools... Read more of this article
Newstead Plans To Add New Pickleball Courts
The Newstead Belmont Hills Golf Resort & Spa in Warwick plans to add eight new pickleball courts, with their planning application noting that “pickleball courts are consistent with tourism zoning and will become a recognized tourist attraction for the Newstead Hotel.” The letter for the application said, “Pickleball is rapidly... Read more of this article
Pickleball Bermuda Bash Starts On Saturday
[Written by Stephen Wright] The inaugural Pickleball Bermuda Bash gets underway at the Pompano Beach Club Resort in Southampton on Saturday [December 3]. The week-long event is organised by Bermuda Sports International and features Allyce Jones, a Professional Pickleball Association [PPA] player. Jones, who started playing pickleball in 2019, will lead... Read more of this article
Deloitte Open Tennis & Pickleball Tournament
The Deloitte Open Tennis and Pickleball Tournament will take place at Pomander Gate Tennis Club from June 18 to July 2. A spokesperson said, “Pickleball, featured for the second time in the annual tournament will see the island’s best players go head-to-head competing in singles and doubles events at various skill levels. Ladies, Men’s, and Mixed... Read more of this article
Coach Holds Pickleball Clinics At Pomander Gate
Sixty four of Bermuda’s pickleball players had the opportunity to step on court with Scott Moore last week at the Pomander Gate Tennis Club for intense drill sessions and coaching. Moore is a 21 time USAPA National Champion, 13 time US Open and 10 time TOC champion. He was the 2021 US Open champion in senior mixed and men’s doubles. “The... Read more of this article
