Read this recently released survey of pickleball players, conducted by Dr. Richard Gitelson, Professor Emeritus, Chico State University & Arizona State University and Dr. Aubrey Newland. Answers to questions such as:
~ How often do the respondents play pickleball, e.g. days and minutes per week,
~ Do the respondents want to play more, and if so, what are the constraints they face,
~ How much the respondents spend on various items related to pickleball,
~ Is Pickleball part of the decision process when traveling,
~ The percentage of pickleballers who suffered an injury during the past year that prevented them from playing,
and many more.

"Pickleball is blowing up in Chilliwack. ‘No reason’ why Chilliwack can’t become the centre for pickleball in B.C. says spokesperson". Read the full article from The Chilliwack Progress here.

Congratulations to Kelowna resident Jayne Hackman who came away with two gold medals from the highly competitive US Nationals, played at Indian Wells, California, between November 1st & 10th. She becomes a National Champion in the following events:
Women's 4.5 65+ Doubles w/Kathy Evers
Women's 4.5 65+ Singles.
BC had a large contingent of players (approximately 50) who also competed, many winning silver and bronze medals. Full results here. Congratulations to all medal winners.​

Read the October 2019 'Pickleball Scoop' from Pickleball Canada here.