DMMPC Members Preview Smash Park
August 28, 2018
Read more...About 50 DMMPC Members had the opportunity to preview Smash Park on Tuesday, August 28. A Smash Park representative provided an update on pickleball plans. Club members were then turned loose to play on 6 indoor courts. Smash Park is a wonderful facility, very spacious with tons of amenities. DMMPC hopes to schedule 1 or ...
Free Play at Smash Park
August 27, 2018
Smash Park is just about to go full swing with their grand opening Mid-September. Meanwhile they are offering several hours of FREE PLAY this week. Below you will find the days and times. Also make sure to not miss out on their VIP Days September 2nd through the 4th. Check their website for ...Read more...Locals Take Medals in the Quad Cities
August 23, 2018
Read more...Congratulations to Jerry Armstrong and Dale Thede for medaling in the Quad Cities Pickleball Tournament! The strong competition at VCC got them ready for this competitive play!
Smash Park Preview for DMMPC Members
August 20, 2018
Read more...Smash Park has invited DMMPC Members to a special preview of its facilities on Tuesday, August 28 at 9:00 AM. Signup sheets will be available at VCC so that we can provide an estimated number likely to attend this free preview. If you are unable to get to VCC to sign up, but still would like to ...
Kids Introduced to Pickleball
August 11, 2018
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A few of the 24 kids at Alice’s Park in Clive for Pickleball clinic with leader Jonathan. Kids were excited to hit the ball over the net and learn some basic skills. Opportunities on Deck has approximately 6 sports they teach their kids. Thanks to Bill ...
Pickleball Etiquette Part 2
August 8, 2018
Read more...From another club’s post. Part II
- If spectators continuously comment on the play itself, while this is normal and fun, ask them not to if their comments are loud, disruptive, argumentative, hostile or combative. Even if (OK, ESPECIALLY if) they are on your side!
- NEVER yell at, swear at, or say a hostile or sarcastic word ...
Pickleball Etiquette Part 1
August 8, 2018
Read more...From a recent post at another club. Part I:
- To begin, and again IOHO, Pickleball is only a game. It is not a metaphor for life. It is not even a profession. Nobody makes much money playing pickleball. You will not eat differently tonight based on your success during a recreational pickleball match. We need ...
Membership Campaign August 1 Launch
July 30, 2018
Read more...We are launching a new member campaign on August 1 to increase the volume of our pickleball voice in the Des Moines Metro area. New members joining after August 1 are eligible for the following rewards:
- A key ring with a miniature pickleball and a member tag. The tag has the DMMPC logo on ...
Sale at Pickleball Central
July 25, 2018
Read more...Pickleball Central currently has a sale on paddles and several other items. Go to http://Pickleballcentral.com to check it out. Use code CRDMMP when checking out to get another 5%off your purchase price!
52nd AAU Junior Olympic PB in Des Moines
July 12, 2018
2nd AAU Junior Olympics Games
By: AAU
Tue 07/31/18 thru Tue 07/31/18
Iowa Events Center, Des Moines, IA, United States
Website: http://ww1.aaujrogames.org
Note: All deadlines are 23:59 Central time on the specified date
Tournament Local Time: 07/12/18 6:31pm
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5 hours 51 minutes agoDes Moines Metro Pickleball Club
Reminder, early registration discount expires in a couple weeks. Go to iowagames.org to sign up.
1 day 5 hours agoDes Moines Metro Pickleball Club
Crazy 8 coming to Wellmark YMCA,
"May the 4th be with you!”
Get registered for Des Moines Wellmark YMCA's Crazy 8 tournament. Join us for some heat and fun in the kitchen! Saturday May 4th, 8am to 12pm. You choose competitive or recreational play at registration.
Prizes awarded to top two best, Star Wars costumes, plus, top two scores of each court, and champions for recreational and competitive.
Adult Sport Leagues – YMCA of Greater Des Moines
Adult Sport Leagues BACK Branches All Branches Wellmark Adult Sport Leagues Crazy 8s Pickleball Tournament Branch: Wellmark Dates: 5/4/24 - 5/4/24 VIEW Format- You don’t need a partner to register, 8 players are assigned a court. Each player will play with the other 7 against randomly assigned tea...
1 day 22 hours agoDes Moines Metro Pickleball Club
Go to nationalpickleballexpo.com for details. There is lots for information there including details about early bird registration.
5 days 17 hours agoDes Moines Metro Pickleball Club
Does playing against better competition improve your game? Here is what The Dink newsletter has to offer on that subject:
Most players find that their level of play is actually raised when playing against higher competition. That can happen for a number of reasons.
-The competitive spirit takes over. You work harder to win each point and play with a higher level of focus.
-Better players tend to have longer rallies. Those longer rallies lead to more touches by each player, which helps you get into the game's rhythm.
-You know you can’t get away with being sloppy so bad habits and lazy play are minimized.
-Better partners can help set you up for success and keep you in points. -Hopefully, better opponents also come with a stronger partner.
-Playing at the right level of competition optimizes the pickleball experience.
1 week 2 days agoDes Moines Metro Pickleball Club
Des Moines Metro Pickleball Club (DMMPC) is sponsoring a Youth Tournament on Friday, June 7 from 4-8:00 PM at the Valley View courts in West Des Moines. See below for the age groups and number of players per age group. There is no cost to the participants.
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