Cross Court Pickleball at The Meadows Newsletter-February 12

Hey Meadows Players,

Another great week is coming up at Cross Court Pickleball at The Meadows and the courts have been buzzing lately! It’s been so fun seeing familiar faces, new players jumping in, and so many competitive (but friendly!) games happening each day.

Thank you for continuing to make The Meadows such a positive place to play. The encouragement between points, welcoming new players into groups, and simple things like clearing courts on time and keeping the space tidy truly make a difference. That culture doesn’t happen by accident, it’s because of you.

Let’s keep choosing kindness, patience, and great sportsmanship every time we step on court.

DUPR Round Robin – Feb 28

Our upcoming DUPR Round Robin in Nanoose Bay is filling up!

This is a 3-hour rated session focused on:

• Lots of meaningful match play

• Rotating partners

• All games recorded to DUPR (chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0)

• Low-pressure, high-quality reps

Men’s 3.0–3.5 DUPR

Women’s 3.0–3.5 DUPR

Saturday, Feb 28

11:00am–2:00pm

Nanoose Bay

$30 per person

If you’ve been wanting more rated games, this is a great opportunity.

Whether you already have a rating or you’re starting from scratch, this is how you legitimize it.

Instead of guessing your level, instead of relying on rec play results, you’ll walk away with real, verified games attached to your profile. Your rating becomes something earned, backed by recorded matches, not just a number you estimate.

If you’re serious about tracking your progress and knowing exactly where you stand, this is your chance to make it official.

Court Booking Reminder

Just a friendly reminder that court bookings are for the person who reserves them.

Except for extenuating circumstances, you must be present for the court time you book and cannot reserve courts on behalf of someone else.

This helps us:

• Keep booking access fair for all members

• Ensure accurate usage tracking

• Maintain membership integrity

• Prevent booking abuse

If something unexpected comes up, please reach out to us directly and we’ll do our best to help.

Thank you for respecting the system and helping us keep court access fair for everyone

Friendly Reminder – 3 Minute Rule

Just a quick reminder that we do have a 3-minute transition rule at all Cross Court locations. This means play should wrap up three minutes before the hour to allow the next group time to enter the court and get set up.

We know games get intense and it’s easy to lose track of time, it happens! If you ever need to remind a group about the transition, please do so with kindness and respect. A simple, friendly reminder goes a long way.

We’re all here to enjoy the game, and keeping things running smoothly helps everyone have a great experience.

Thank you for helping us keep Cross Court welcoming and positive for all.

This Week’s Drop-Ins

Level-based. No partner required. Just register and play.

Tuesday

3.0+ Any Gender

9:00am–11:00am

Thursday

3.0–3.5 Any Gender

11:00am–1:00pm

Friday

3.5+ Any Gender

9:00am–11:00am

Saturday

3.0+ Any Gender

9:00am–11:00am

Sunday

Any Gender NR–3.0

9:00am–11:00am

Spots fill quickly, book early in the app.

Signup HERE!

Coached Drill & Play

Looking to improve consistency, shot selection, and court positioning? These sessions combine structured drills with guided gameplay.

• Wednesday 4:00pm–6:00pm

• Thursday 6:00pm–8:00pm

Great for players working toward the next level.

Signup HERE!

Intro to Pickleball

We’re now offering Intro sessions every week.

Perfect for:

• Brand new players

• Friends you’ve been trying to get into the game

• Anyone wanting a refresher on rules & scoring

No experience needed. Paddles provided.

Signup HERE!

Membership Reminder

Casual – $27/year

Serious – $27/month

Pro – $49.90/month

If you’re playing more than once a week, upgrading your membership may save you money. You can upgrade anytime right in the app.

Signup HERE!

Court Bookings

Want extra reps? Private court rentals are perfect for:

• Practicing with a partner

• Working on specific shots

• Getting ready for leagues or DUPR events

Booking ahead is always recommended during busy times.

The energy at The Meadows has been amazing lately. Thank you for continuing to create a space where players feel welcome, supported, and excited to come back.

Let’s keep building something special together.

Signup HERE!

Choose kindness. Every time.

See you on the courts,

The Cross Court Pickleball Team