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As a member of the USAPA, I was recently sent this video from the Pickleball Channel that suggests that playing this great sport may help you live longer. Basically they state that people who have a love for life (socialize with others), exercise and eat a healthy...

We don't have referees at drop-in pickleball, so you wear the stripes. Step up to the responsibility when the ball is on your side of the net, and don’t argue or overcall when the ball is on your opponents' side. Call "out" balls clearly and promptly as you see them....

It's official! ChicoPickleball.com is live and here to support our enthusiasm for the game we all love and for many of us, can't seem to live without. Our goal is to keep fellow Pickleball players within the area up to date on local events, classes, tournaments,...

Mike Kunkis reported that Saturday was the first day of Redding's first tournament and it was a good day for Chico pickleballers. Lauri Henry and Kathy Kaer won bronze medals as did Mike Burke and Jim Fiack. Rich Gitelson and Mike Kunkis won gold medals. But the MVPs...

Ron Jimenez and Matt Felix won the Gold medal in the Oregon Senior Games. They had to beat two 5.0 rated teams. Their playing was amazing to watch. WAY TO GO!! Note: The photo shown is Matt (playing with Wayne) against Ron (playing with Mike) practicing here in Chico....

Great news! The resurfacing of the 20th Street courts has been completed well ahead of schedule and will be opened for play on Monday, April 30th. If you are as anxious as I am, you will be there early in the morning. Hope the person responsible for removing the locks...

Congratulations to Keith Howell and Mike Kunkis for winning the Silver Medal at the U.S. Open Pickleball Championships in Naples Florida yesterday. For more information and photos be sure to visit and sign up for the Chico Pickleball - 20th St. Courts facebook...

Progress continues as the courts are being resurfaced. It appears as most all of the courts have had the cracks patched and prepped for the next stage.  Play continues at Durham, Paradise and the Chico Sports Club. Be sure to check out the Events Calendar to find...

Starting April 11, 2018 the Pickleball courts at 20th street will be temporarily closed until May 30th so they can be resurfaced. Fortunately there are some alternative locations to play. Mike has been able to secure availability in Durham and Chico Sports Club has...