Time is Running Out to Pay 2017 Dues
QCPC dues were due on January 1. Dues are $20/person per year. Make your check out to QCPC. You can pay our Membership Chair, Susan Jones. She has a box beside her front door at 2620 E. Arica Way. Susan will also be available at the Jan. 11 Round Robin to take checks. We will purge our membership list at the end of January, so you will no longer be a Club member if you haven't paid dues by then.
Beginner Lessons
Lenny Friedman will offer Beginner I lessons on January 13 and 28 from 1 - 3 pm.
These are a Friday and a Saturday. Wear court shoes and bring plenty of water. You don't need to have your own paddle or balls.
Lenny will give his follow-up Beginner II lesson on February 7 at 1 pm. You must have taken Beginner I and played 6 times to participate in Beginner II.
Meet at the Ramada about 10 minutes before the lessons begin.
Lenny will give his follow-up Beginner II lesson on February 7 at 1 pm. You must have taken Beginner I and played 6 times to participate in Beginner II.
Meet at the Ramada about 10 minutes before the lessons begin.
Mark Rennesen's Clinic Times Have Changed
Quail Creek Clinics
Mark Rennesen's clinics have been changed to Tuesday, 1/17 and Wednesday, 1/18. These are intended for 3.0 and 3.5
players who are keen to improve their pickleball games through fun and
focused drills and games!
Each session is open to a maximum of 12 people and is just $35. Here are the details:
January 17, 9-11 AM - Mastering the Third Shot
January 18, 8-10 AM - You’ve Hit the Third Shot….Now What?!
If you are on the fence, Mark invites you to look at our totally un-edited survey responses to see what others have said.
January 18, 8-10 AM - You’ve Hit the Third Shot….Now What?!
If you are on the fence, Mark invites you to look at our totally un-edited survey responses to see what others have said.
See the Description and Sign up for Renneson's QC Clinic
Green Valley ClinicsOn January 17-19, 2017 Mark Renneson will be hosting pickleball clinics and teaching sessions at the East Center in Green Valley. Quail Creek residents are invited by Green Valley to join these clinics. The Clinics are listed below:
- Advanced drills - 4.0+ - Jan-17 - 6pm-7:30pm - $32 (limited to 12)
- Start Smart, Win Free Points - 3.0/3.5 - Jan 17 - 12pm-3pm - $49 (limited to 12)
- Win With Spin - 3.0/3.5 - Jan 18 - 12pm-3pm - $49 (limited to 12)
- Handling and Using Power- 3.0/3.5 - Jan 19 - 12pm-3pm - $49 (limited to 12)
Message from your Local Ambassador
The following
article is about pickleball safety. Many
people decide not to play pickleball due to their fear of injury. Pickleball is
not only fun but is great exercise too. Like any other sport, care must be
taken to avoid overexertion and injury. The following are some safety tips from
the USAPA which you should do to stay healthy and have more fun.
Getting Ready to
Play:
Be sure to have
the proper shoes. Comfortable court shoes are a must; sneakers or running shoes
do not supply the right kind of support for the side-to-side action inherent in
pickleball.
Give any existing
injury plenty of time and rest to heal before you resume play.
Know how to get
help quickly if you or a co-player are hurt or develop a medical problem. Is there a telephone, a first-aid kit and an
automatic external defibrillator (AED) nearby?
Never play on a
wet court; they are extremely dangerous.
One way to check a damp court surface is to press your toe down firmly
and make a twisting motion. If you leave
an obvious “wet” spot it’s too wet to play.
Check with your
doctor regarding exercise and any physical conditions that exist or may have
previously existed.
Injury
Prevention:
Warm-up: The main purpose of a warmup period is to
raise the general body temperature prior to playing. The warmup period should
be approximately 5 minutes. Try a fast walk to the pickleball courts, riding a
bike or treadmill.
Stretching: Following the warmup period, begin a
stretching program. This will increase your flexibility, which allows for
better performance and decreases the possibility of injuries. The
muscles/joints that need to be stretched are: ankles, Achilles tendon, calf
muscle, quadriceps, hamstrings, groin, lower back, shoulder and arms.
Eye
Protection: While hollow and
lightweight, the ball used in pickleball is a hard polymer and can travel at a
very high rate of speed. The use of proper eye protection is highly recommended
for all players.
During Play:
Learn to return lobs correctly. Never back up on your heels. Instead, turn
around and go back to get to the ball. During play, if pain occurs stop playing
and ice the area of pain. Continuing to play will likely aggravate your
problem. Don’t try to make plays beyond
your abilities. Be sure to drink water,
replenish electrolytes and eat appropriate snacks.
After Play: Cool
Down. After playing, you may want to do a little stretching or take a slow walk
home. This will help lower your body temperature and bring your heart rate
slowly back to normal.
Common Pickleball
Injuries:
Achilles Heel
Bruise
Knee, Ankle,
Hamstring, Groin, Shoulder, or Quad Strain
Wrist Fracture
Treatment: Ice
Therapy: There is a misconception that
you use heat for strains and ice for sprains. Use ice for immediate treatment
of injuries. Ice, compression and elevation should be used first for all
injuries. Apply ice for a minimum of 15 minutes or until numb.
Heat: Heat should never be applied immediately to
an injury (sprains or strains). It should only be applied after 24-72 hours.
Professional
Care: It is always best to seek the
advice of a doctor for any injury, especially for fractures, head injuries, eye
injuries, 3rd degree sprains and strains, etc. Call 911 for any serious injury.
Special Needs:
Never start play without wearing prescribed braces or supports. Know your
exercise limits and be sure to tell co-players what they are. If you have a
history of heart problems, back pain, tennis elbow, breathing problems, etc. be
sure you have any equipment or medicines at hand.
By Lenny
Friedman; founder of the Quail Creek Pickleball Club, beginner pickleball
instructor, and USAPA Ambassador
Fireman's Tournament
The Fireman's Tournament will be held at Quail Creek on February 17. The registration categories are:
*Men’s Doubles ADVANCED (3.0 & above)
*Mixed Doubles INTERMEDIATE (2.5 - 3.5 non-medal winners)
*Women’s Doubles BEGINNER (2.5 - 3.0 non-medal winners)
*Mixed Doubles INTERMEDIATE (2.5 - 3.5 non-medal winners)
*Women’s Doubles BEGINNER (2.5 - 3.0 non-medal winners)
Sign up either as a team or as an individual. The number of players is limited, so sign up soon if you are interested in playing. Registration starts on January 10. Click below for more information and for a registration link:
Fireman's Tournament Flyer
Update Class for Experienced Referees
There are three prerequisites for the class:
1) Download and read the
USAPA/IFP Referee Handbook from the USAPA website.
2) Download and read the
USAPA/IFP Line Judge Guide from the USAPA website.
3) Take the online, open book Rules
Test and Line Judge Test on the USAPA website after reviewing the current
rulebook.
If you are not a current USAPA member please contact Priscilla
Scott directly using the information below.
RSVP for this update class to Priscilla Scott, pscottpball@gmail.com or 847-738-7443.
Round Robins Continue on Wednesdays at 10 AM
Separate Round Robins for men and women will continue to be offered every Wednesday morning at 10 AM, except when there is a Club-sponsored social event on a Wednesday. Round Robins are scheduled for January 11, 18, and 25. Plan to play 6 games, finishing at about 12 noon. Check-in by 9:50 at the Ramada; no late check-ins can be accommodated because the charts must be set up. This is a fun way to play with many different people.