CROSS COURT PICKLEBALL – THE MEADOWS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | SEPTEMBER 10, 2026

FALL PICKLEBALL IS HERE!

September is officially underway and we’re starting to see everyone settle back into their fall routines!

For a lot of us, that means getting back to regular pickleball nights, reconnecting with our playing groups and spending a little more time indoors as the evenings get cooler.

There’s lots happening at The Meadows, so here’s what you need to know this week!

ELEV8 YOUTH PICKLEBALL IS UNDERWAY!

The ELEV8 Youth Pickleball Program officially kicked off this week at The Meadows!

Led by Shawn Owen, a nationally certified NCCP Level 4 coach with more than 35 years of high-performance coaching experience, this program gives young players the opportunity to develop their pickleball skills, confidence and game strategy.

We’re excited to have ELEV8 using our courts and to see more young players getting involved in the sport!

FALL LEAGUES ARE ALMOST HERE!

We’re putting the finishing touches on our Fall League schedule!

If you’ve been looking for a consistent night to play each week, leagues are one of the best ways to make pickleball part of your fall routine.

Players can look forward to organized weekly games with others around their level without having to organize a group every week.

Full details and registration information are coming soon, so keep an eye on our Facebook page and upcoming newsletters!

NEED MORE PEOPLE TO PLAY WITH?

One of the best things about pickleball is how easy it is to meet new people to play with.

If you don’t have a regular group, don’t let that stop you from getting on the court!

Leagues, organized play and other programming at The Meadows are great opportunities to connect with players you may not normally play with and expand your pickleball circle.

Sometimes your next regular playing partner is just one game away!

A QUICK MINDBODY REMINDER

All bookings for Cross Court Pickleball – The Meadows are now managed through MINDBODY.

The old Cross Court app is no longer active.

Download the MINDBODY app and search for Cross Court Pickleball – The Meadows, or book directly through our website.

If you still have the old Cross Court app installed, you can delete it to avoid accidentally trying to book through the wrong system.

WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR GAME THIS FALL?

Playing more is great, but sometimes one small adjustment can make a huge difference in your game.

This fall, try choosing one area of your game to intentionally work on.

Maybe it’s your serve, return, third-shot drop, resets, dinking, positioning or simply being more patient during rallies.

Instead of trying to fix everything at once, pick one skill and make it your focus for a few weeks. You might be surprised how quickly it starts showing up in your games!

PICKLEBALL TIP OF THE WEEK

Get to the kitchen line when you can, but don’t rush it.

Getting to the Non-Volley Zone line puts you in a strong position, but that doesn’t mean you should sprint forward after every shot.

Move forward when your shot gives you the opportunity.

If you or your partner hits a high ball that your opponents can attack, stop moving forward, get ready to defend and work your way up again.

Sometimes the best move is knowing when not to move!

DID YOU KNOW?

Pickleball was invented in 1965, which means the sport has now been around for more than 60 years!

What started as a backyard game has grown into a sport played around the world.

And somehow, we still spend half our games arguing about whether the ball was in or out. 😉

LOOKING FOR A REGULAR WEEKLY COURT?

If your group has a favourite day and time to play, ask us about a Guaranteed Court Booking.

A guaranteed booking gives your group the same regular court time without having to remember to book it every week.

It’s a great option heading into the indoor season when court schedules start getting busier.

For more information, email meadows@crosscourtpickleball.ca.

BOOK YOUR NEXT GAME

Don’t wait until the weather turns to get your indoor pickleball routine started!

Grab your group, choose a time and get a game on the calendar.

Court bookings are available through the MINDBODY app or through our website.

COURT ETIQUETTE REMINDER

A little court courtesy goes a long way!

Please make sure your games finish when your booked court time ends so the next group can get started right away.

If another group is coming onto your court, collect your belongings, balls and equipment promptly and give them the same full court time you enjoyed.

Thank you for helping keep things running smoothly!

THANK YOU!

Thank you for being part of the Cross Court Pickleball – The Meadows community!

We’re looking forward to a busy fall filled with lots of pickleball, familiar faces and hopefully a few new ones too.

Stay tuned for more fall programming announcements coming soon.

See you on the courts!

The Cross Court Team