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Pickleball drop-in play drawing local and regional players; volunteers propose tournament at Lions carnival
Summary
A resident said Frasier's new pickleball courts have attracted up to 20–25 players on busy nights and regular drop-in sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays; volunteers and parks staff discussed keeping play through the fall and exploring a tournament at the Lions carnival.
A resident identified at the meeting as Joseph Zoots of 17925 Rainbow described steady community use of Frasier’s new pickleball courts and volunteer-led drop-in sessions. Zoots said turnout has ranged from about eight players on slow nights to as many as 20–25 on busier evenings, with the busiest sessions on Tuesdays. Volunteers teach beginners during drop-ins and the group expects to run sessions through about October, weather permitting.
Why it matters: local recreational use signals demand for the new courts and suggests opportunities for additional programming. Zoots said the courts have drawn players from around the area and that volunteers help newcomers learn the game.
Zoots told commissioners, "We're getting people from all over the geographical area," and described volunteers teaching people to play and encouraging repeat attendance. Meeting remarks credited a local volunteer organizer for helping form a Facebook group and publicize play schedules.
Volunteers proposed using the courts for a pickleball tournament during the Lions Club carnival; commission comments indicated staff would consult with the Lions Club about adding a tournament to the carnival program the next time the event returns to July dates. No formal city action or funding commitment was made during the meeting.
