PICKLEBALL CLUB NEWS
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR 2025--
April - September -- Lessons (For more information click "Lessons" button below)
June 14 -- PLPC Social -- Luau at the Lake -- make your reservation now!
July 26 -- 3-in-One Social Tournament
August 2/3 (Rain Day) -- NEW! Multiskilled Team Challenge
September 6, 7, 13 -- PLPC Club Championship
September 20 -- Fall General Meeting
September 27 -- PLPC Social -- Tailgate Bash
... and more to come!
April - September -- Lessons (For more information click "Lessons" button below)
June 14 -- PLPC Social -- Luau at the Lake -- make your reservation now!
July 26 -- 3-in-One Social Tournament
August 2/3 (Rain Day) -- NEW! Multiskilled Team Challenge
September 6, 7, 13 -- PLPC Club Championship
September 20 -- Fall General Meeting
September 27 -- PLPC Social -- Tailgate Bash
... and more to come!
DON'T MISS IT!
Luau at the Lake
Saturday, June 14
12:00p - 4:00p
> Menu: Ohana Hawaiian BBQ
> Live Entertainment by Paniolo Ukes
> Hoola Hoop Contest (Prize to the winner)
> Drawings for prizes
Check you emails for reservation details
Luau at the Lake
Saturday, June 14
12:00p - 4:00p
> Menu: Ohana Hawaiian BBQ
> Live Entertainment by Paniolo Ukes
> Hoola Hoop Contest (Prize to the winner)
> Drawings for prizes
Check you emails for reservation details
Skill Level Tournament -- May 24, 25 and June 1
The 2-weekend tournament ran like clockwork under the able management of Renee DeLassus with Randy Oaks managing referee assignments. The first weekend games, which included Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles, Men's Skinny Singles, and Women's Skinny Singles, were played under pleasant skies and temperatures. The rain held of just long enough to allow the completion of Mixed Doubles on June 1. Players of like abilities challenged for medals in each division.
A HUGE thank you to all the referees who volunteered their time toward the success of the event. Also, thanks to Debbe Martelli and Genanne Davis for photos of the event.
Results for completed matches are posted below.
The 2-weekend tournament ran like clockwork under the able management of Renee DeLassus with Randy Oaks managing referee assignments. The first weekend games, which included Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles, Men's Skinny Singles, and Women's Skinny Singles, were played under pleasant skies and temperatures. The rain held of just long enough to allow the completion of Mixed Doubles on June 1. Players of like abilities challenged for medals in each division.
A HUGE thank you to all the referees who volunteered their time toward the success of the event. Also, thanks to Debbe Martelli and Genanne Davis for photos of the event.
Results for completed matches are posted below.
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Women’s Doubles:
Women’s Doubles 3.0/2.5 Gold - Vicki Deaton and Tricia Gorlick Silver - Trish Hendershott and Ingrid Zierman Bronze - Toni Matrone and Karan Slack Women’s Doubles 3.5 Gold - Theresa Leick and Debbe Martelli Silver - Penny Henesh and Linda McNeil Bronze - Carol Girardi and Michele Logan Women’s Doubles 4+ Gold - Angela Bergemann and Jenny Douglas Silver - Carolyn Bagley and Sarah Marsh Bronze - Cheryl Benson and Dawn Oaks |
Women’s Skinny Singles:
Women’s Singles 3.0/2.5 Gold - Audrey Bozzetto Silver - Tricia Gorlick Bronze - Kathy Klassen Women’s Singles 3.5 Gold - Linda McNeil Silver - Theresa Leick Bronze - Penny Henesh Women’s Singles 4.0+ Gold - Angela Bergemann Silver - Carolyn Bagley Bronze - Jenny Douglas |
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Men’s Doubles:
Men’s Doubles 3.5/3.0 Gold - Tim Hendershott and David Palmer Silver - Charlie Gorlick and Mike Martelli Bronze - Steve Haskell and Jim Martin Men’s Doubles 4+ Gold - Brent Mathie and Rod Trytko Silver - Mike Cushing and Frank Klejmont Bronze - Luke Bergemann and Daniel Lawson Mixed Doubles: Mixed 3.0/2.5: Gold - Trish and Charlie Gorlick Silver - Audrey Bozzetto and Danny DeAngelis Bronze - Toni Matrone and Bruce Behrends Mixed 4+: Gold - Angela Bergemann and Brent Mathie Silver - Carolyn Bagley and Luke Bergemann Bronze - Jenny Douglas and Mike Cushing |
Men’s Skinny Singles:
Men’s Singles 3.5/3.0 Gold - Jim Martin Silver - Dave Palmer Bronze - Jim Slack Men’s Singles 4.0+ Gold - Mike Cushing Silver - Daniel Lawson Bronze - Luke Bergemann Mixed Doubles: Mixed 3.5: Gold - Theresa Leick and Jim Martin Silver - Debbe Martelli and Steve Reed Bronze - Rob Rudman and Lori Rudman |
DinkFest 2025 Results
The 11th annual PLPC DinkFest was held on a perfect spring morning, May 3 at 10:00 a.m. In the tournament, led by Marian LaFayette and Keith Stonehocker, 40 players took to the courts, using dink shots only in a 3-round, 6-game format. As always there was a lot of fun and laughter while players tried to score as many points as they could in an 11-minute time limit. At the party on the swim deck after the game, a hearty meal was followed by prizes being awarded. Congratulations to the winners pictured below. A special thanks go to volunteer helpers Dale Sebanc, Jim Martin, and Frank Klejmont.
The 11th annual PLPC DinkFest was held on a perfect spring morning, May 3 at 10:00 a.m. In the tournament, led by Marian LaFayette and Keith Stonehocker, 40 players took to the courts, using dink shots only in a 3-round, 6-game format. As always there was a lot of fun and laughter while players tried to score as many points as they could in an 11-minute time limit. At the party on the swim deck after the game, a hearty meal was followed by prizes being awarded. Congratulations to the winners pictured below. A special thanks go to volunteer helpers Dale Sebanc, Jim Martin, and Frank Klejmont.
1st PLACE: Theresa Leick and Chedva Weingart
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2nd PLACE: Rich Vine and John Lohrman
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3rd PLACE: Pat Evans and Tony Affinito
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DinkFest 2025 Participants
2025 SPRING GENERAL MEETING/EXPO
PLPC members gathered at the Athletic Center Saturday, April 5, at 1:00 p.m. for the General Meeting Expo. The PowerPoint Building New Courts displayed the process of building new courts in 2011 and the progress since. Nine different stations were filled with information about PLPC activities. Refreshments were served. Everyone who visited all the stations received a door prize. And congratulations to Joe Defere who guessed the correct number in the candy jar at the Social Events table.
PLPC members gathered at the Athletic Center Saturday, April 5, at 1:00 p.m. for the General Meeting Expo. The PowerPoint Building New Courts displayed the process of building new courts in 2011 and the progress since. Nine different stations were filled with information about PLPC activities. Refreshments were served. Everyone who visited all the stations received a door prize. And congratulations to Joe Defere who guessed the correct number in the candy jar at the Social Events table.
APRIL HAPPY HOUR !
Thanks everyone for coming out even with the crazy weather! Wednesday, April 5, 2025, found PLPC members at RWB Restaurant in Prescott for the first social event of the year. Live music accompanied by good food and great camaraderie was the order of the evening. The 50/50 raffle was a huge success. Thank you to the Social Committee for a great start to 2025. Enjoy the photos below compliments of Toni Matrone.
Thanks everyone for coming out even with the crazy weather! Wednesday, April 5, 2025, found PLPC members at RWB Restaurant in Prescott for the first social event of the year. Live music accompanied by good food and great camaraderie was the order of the evening. The 50/50 raffle was a huge success. Thank you to the Social Committee for a great start to 2025. Enjoy the photos below compliments of Toni Matrone.
LESSONS FOR 2025!
Lessons for the 2025 season are scheduled. Free beginner lessons are offered for any member of The Club at Prescott Lakes. Novice and Intermediate lessons are offered for Prescott Lakes Pickleball Club members only. Please check the Schedules tab above and select Lessons--Summer 2025 to see the schedule. Your must use Sign Up Genius at the Athletic Center to sign up for lessons.
Lessons for the 2025 season are scheduled. Free beginner lessons are offered for any member of The Club at Prescott Lakes. Novice and Intermediate lessons are offered for Prescott Lakes Pickleball Club members only. Please check the Schedules tab above and select Lessons--Summer 2025 to see the schedule. Your must use Sign Up Genius at the Athletic Center to sign up for lessons.
SPRING FLING!
For the first time in PLPC history, a social tournament was snowed out! Not to be denied, fifty members and guests gathered for a Spring Fling lunch prepared by Chef Matt and his staff. Gift certificates were awarded by a blind draw raffle, as well as a bottle of wine. Thank you, Kelli Welch and staff, for displaying flexibility working with our managers, Todd Tipton and Genanne Davis. Enjoy the photos from the event. |
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Wishing you a Happy New Year
and a 2025 full of pickleball!
Please see the 2025 Schedule of Events to see what is planned for the coming year.
Please go to the Round Robin Schedule to plan
for your next competition
and a 2025 full of pickleball!
Please see the 2025 Schedule of Events to see what is planned for the coming year.
Please go to the Round Robin Schedule to plan
for your next competition
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2024 HOLIDAY MIXER: The 5th PLPC Holiday Mixer was held Saturday, December 15, at The Club at Prescott Lakes. The Social Committee, headed by Toni Matrone, hosted 80 members and guests who enjoyed each other's company while dining on a delicious meal prepared by Chef Matt and his staff.
Prior to the meal, entertainments was provided the the popular Prescott High School Chamber Singers, led by our own Erin Johnson. The popular and lively game of Holiday Trivia was won by Team Candy Cane (Eileen Chalfoun, David Delgado, Tricia Gorlick, Rose Hottel, Peggy Klejmont and Keith Stonehocker). Door prizes were awarded throughout the evening. |
Congratulations to the Social Committee for another outstanding event. Enjoy the photos above compliments of Karan Slack and Genanne Davis. |
DinkFest2 2024!
Dinking practice paid off for DinkFest2 on Saturday, November 2. Cintia Jarrett and Daniel Lawson managed a well-run event on a cool, breezy autumn morning where 36 players vied for top honors. Only dink shots were allowed as doubles teams tried to score the most points in 11 minutes. Following the tournament, 43 players and guests enjoyed lunch prepared by Chef Matt and his staff and winners were announced as follows:
Dinking practice paid off for DinkFest2 on Saturday, November 2. Cintia Jarrett and Daniel Lawson managed a well-run event on a cool, breezy autumn morning where 36 players vied for top honors. Only dink shots were allowed as doubles teams tried to score the most points in 11 minutes. Following the tournament, 43 players and guests enjoyed lunch prepared by Chef Matt and his staff and winners were announced as follows:
1st place: Frank Klejmont and Nadia Police
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2nd Place: Jack Pfeifer and Audrey Bozetto
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3rd place: Marian Lafayette and Michelle Logan
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SUNSET CHAMPAGNE PICKLEBALL POKER SOCIAL TOURNAMENT -- A cool October afternoon found 40 Pickleball Club members enjoying the 9th Sunset Champagne Pickleball Poker Social Tournament. This one involves playing pickleball to win playing cards. The best pickleball players doesn't necessarily win. It is the players who end up with the best poker hand that win. Prizes were awarded at the champagne party after the tournament. Thank you to Rob Rudman, Ron Scott, and Linda McNiel for providing a fun afternoon.
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This year's winners:
1st: Charlie Gorlick 2nd: Jim Martin 3rd: Charlie Westbury |
OKTOBERFEST - October 3
A capacity crown filled the Terrace at The Club at Prescott Lakes as Pickleball Club members enjoyed Oktoberfest with Sky Daddy performing on Thursday, October 3. Enjoying a perfect late summer evening, attendees enjoyed a German buffet prepared by Chef Matt and his staff and lots of socializing. Lucky members walked away with door prizes. Danke to the Social Committee for planning another fun event. |
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10th PLPC Club Championship
The 9th PLPC Club Championship was held September 14, 15, and 22, with 2024 Champions being crowned. As in previous years, the events include Women's Singles, Men's Singles, Women's Doubles, Men's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. The names of the winners in the Open Division appear on the permanent plaque inside the Athletic Center. Congratulations to all our PLPC medalists:
Women's Singles 3.5 and below Men's Singles 3.0/3.5
Gold: Linda McNiel Gold: Jim Barrett
Silver: Tricia Gorlick Silver: Jim Slack
Bronze: Cintia Jarrett Bronze: David Delgado
Women’s Singles OPEN Men's Singles Open
Gold: Angela Bergemann Gold: Keith West
Silver: Jenny Douglas Silver: Luke Bergemann
Bronze: Kristen Jennings Bronze: JoJo Slocum
Women’s Doubles 2.5 /3.0 Men's Doubles 3.0-3.5
Gold: Erin Johnson/Tricia Gorlick Gold: Luke Bergemann / Andrew Leick
Silver: Annette Gahre/Stevie Hoekstra Silver: David Delgado / Rob Rudman
Bronze: Trisha Hendershott/Debbe Martelli Bronze: Charlie Gorlick / Stephen Hager
Women's Doubles 3.5 Men's Doubles OPEN
Gold: Deborah Barret/Theresa Leick Gold: Bob Borengasser /Rod Trytko
Silver: Cintia Jarrett/Lin Lawrence Silver: Duane Bjeland / Keith West
Bronze: Lori Rudman/Karan Slack Bronze: Mike Cushing / Frank Klejmont
The 9th PLPC Club Championship was held September 14, 15, and 22, with 2024 Champions being crowned. As in previous years, the events include Women's Singles, Men's Singles, Women's Doubles, Men's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. The names of the winners in the Open Division appear on the permanent plaque inside the Athletic Center. Congratulations to all our PLPC medalists:
Women's Singles 3.5 and below Men's Singles 3.0/3.5
Gold: Linda McNiel Gold: Jim Barrett
Silver: Tricia Gorlick Silver: Jim Slack
Bronze: Cintia Jarrett Bronze: David Delgado
Women’s Singles OPEN Men's Singles Open
Gold: Angela Bergemann Gold: Keith West
Silver: Jenny Douglas Silver: Luke Bergemann
Bronze: Kristen Jennings Bronze: JoJo Slocum
Women’s Doubles 2.5 /3.0 Men's Doubles 3.0-3.5
Gold: Erin Johnson/Tricia Gorlick Gold: Luke Bergemann / Andrew Leick
Silver: Annette Gahre/Stevie Hoekstra Silver: David Delgado / Rob Rudman
Bronze: Trisha Hendershott/Debbe Martelli Bronze: Charlie Gorlick / Stephen Hager
Women's Doubles 3.5 Men's Doubles OPEN
Gold: Deborah Barret/Theresa Leick Gold: Bob Borengasser /Rod Trytko
Silver: Cintia Jarrett/Lin Lawrence Silver: Duane Bjeland / Keith West
Bronze: Lori Rudman/Karan Slack Bronze: Mike Cushing / Frank Klejmont
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Women's Doubles
Gold: Angela Bergemann/Jenny Douglas Silver: Cheryl Benson/Sarah Marsh Bronze: Kristen Jennings/Angie Sorensen Mixed Doubles 2.5/3.0 Gold: Charlie Gorlick/Debbe Martelli Silver: Stephen Hager/Stevie Hoekstra Bronze: Bill Dudley/Erin Johnson Mixed Doubles 3.5 Gold: Deborah Barrett/Luke Bergemann Silver: Jim Barrett/Angie Sorensen Bronze: Theresa Leick/Jim Slack Mixed Doubles OPEN Gold: Angela Bergemann/Brett Mathie Silver: Cheryl West/Keith West Bronze: Mike Cushing/Jenny Douglas |
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FALL GENERAL MEETING
The PLPC Fall General Meeting was held Saturday, September 21, at 1:00 p.m. in the Athletic Center with 53 members in attendance. Newly elected PLPC Board members for the 2025-2026 term are:
President – Marian Lafayette (1-year term)
Vice President – Todd Tipton
Secretary – Linda McNeil (1-year term)
Treasurer - Theresa Leick
Member at Large – David Delgado
Member at Large – Keith Stonehocker (1-year term)
To see detailed information from the meeting, please go to
The PLPC Fall General Meeting was held Saturday, September 21, at 1:00 p.m. in the Athletic Center with 53 members in attendance. Newly elected PLPC Board members for the 2025-2026 term are:
President – Marian Lafayette (1-year term)
Vice President – Todd Tipton
Secretary – Linda McNeil (1-year term)
Treasurer - Theresa Leick
Member at Large – David Delgado
Member at Large – Keith Stonehocker (1-year term)
To see detailed information from the meeting, please go to
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11th Annual Prescott Lakes
Senior Pickleball Tournament |
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The 11th Prescott Lakes Senior Pickleball Tournament was held under sunny skies and almost perfect weather the weekend of August 23, 24, and 25. The event drew players from all over Arizona, 8 states across the country, and 1 player from Canada! A huge cadre of over 50 volunteers from the Prescott Lakes Pickleball Club, along with players and referees, worked diligently to help make the event a success. Many thanks to Kelli Welch, Marie Morrell, and the staff of The Club at Prescott Lakes for all their work.
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Congratulations to all our PLPC medalists:
Men’s Doubles: 3.5 age 70+ Gold: Anthony Affinito Silver: Frank Klejmont Mixed Doubles: 3.5 age 70+ Gold: Mary Thornhill / Frank Klejmont |
Mixed Doubles: 3.0 age 50-59
Silver: Theresa Leick Bronze: Tricia Gorlick / Charles Gorlick Women’s Doubles: 3.0 age 50-59 Bronze: Tricia Gorlick / Theresa Leick Women’s Doubles: 3.5 age 60-69 Gold: Sarah Marsh |
3-in-ONE SOCIAL TOURNAMENT
A pleasant July morning found the Pickleball Club hosting its second 3-in-1 social tournament Saturday, July 27. Three different versions of Pickleball were played--Bull's Eye, a game where extra points were added to the score when the pickleball bounced inside a target chalked on the courts; Regular Ol' pickleball played under normal rules; and Rally and Tally using modified rally scoring. |
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After the games, over 50 players and guests met in the Falls and Fairway rooms for delicious food and prizes for the winners. A huge thanks to Todd Tipton and Genanne Davis for organizing the event, and to all the volunteers who helped with scoring and made the event a success.
And the winners were:
1st place-- Brian Danielsson and Andrew Leick
2nd place-- Ron Scott and LouAnn Reynolds
3rd place-- Dave Kremers and Jack Pfeiffer
And the winners were:
1st place-- Brian Danielsson and Andrew Leick
2nd place-- Ron Scott and LouAnn Reynolds
3rd place-- Dave Kremers and Jack Pfeiffer
PLPC SKILL LEVEL TOURNAMENT
The 6th Prescott Lakes Pickleball Club Skill Level Tournament was held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 21, 22, and 23. Congratulations to all the PLPC members who gave their best in the 3-day tournament. A huge thank you goes to Renee DeLassus for a tightly-run tournament and to all the referees who volunteered their time toward the success of the event.
The 6th Prescott Lakes Pickleball Club Skill Level Tournament was held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 21, 22, and 23. Congratulations to all the PLPC members who gave their best in the 3-day tournament. A huge thank you goes to Renee DeLassus for a tightly-run tournament and to all the referees who volunteered their time toward the success of the event.
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The results of the 3-day tournament are as follows:
Friday, June 21 Men’s Singles: Gold: Mike Cushing Silver: Frank Klejmont Bronze: Luke Bergemann Women’s Doubles: 3.5 – 4.0+ Gold: Jenny Douglas / Angela Bergemann Silver: Dawn Oaks / Shelly Miali Bronze: Angie Sorensen Dale Sebanc Women’s Doubles: 3.0 Gold: Theresa Leick / Stevie Hoekstra Silver: Annette Gahre / Tricia Gorlick Bronze: Michele Logan / Carol Gerardi ---------------------------------------------- Saturday, June 22: Women’s Singles 2.5: Gold: Tricia Gorlick Silver: Erin Johnson Men's Doubles 3.0/3.5 : Gold: Davis Delgado / Mike Lawrence Silver: Charlie Gorlick / Andrew Leick Bronze: Steve Reed / Jim Slack Men's Doubles 4.0+ : Gold: Rod Trytko / Keith West Silver: Mike Cushing / Frank Klejmont Bronze: Luke Bergemann / Daniel Lawson |
Sunday, June 23:
Mixed Doubles 2.5/3.0: Gold: Tricia Gorlick / Charlie Gorlick Silver: Stevie Hoekstra / Andrew Leick Bronze: Erin Johnson / Bill Dudley Mixed Doubles 3.5: Gold: Deb Barrett / Jim Barrett Silver: Theresa Leick / Luke Bergemann Bronze: Angie Sorensen / Steve Sheffel Mixed Doubles4.0+: Gold: Angela Bergemann / Daniel Lawson Silver: Jenny Douglas / Mike Cushing Bronze: Dawn Oaks/ Bob Borengasser |
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Picnic at the Lake
A lovely warm June afternoon found 80 PLPC members and guests enjoying the first social of 2024 at Watson Lake. Live music by Sky Daddy accompanied a delicious buffet catered by Park Plaza Deli. While many enjoyed socializing, there was also dancing and corn hole available. Raffle prizes topped the events of the afternoon. Another fine event was hosted by the social committee: Cintia Jarrett, Linda McNiel, Carol Clemons, and Toni Matrone. Enjoy some photos from the event compliments of Cintia Jarrett. |
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