Summer is Fabulous on the Courts!

We are at an all-time high in membership, 220! This crazy game is still the fastest growing sport in the USA and is catching on in many other countries. Why? Because it is fun, it is an easy game to learn, it is highly social, and it is great exercise. Many become quite skilled and compete in tournaments, but this is hardly a requirement. If you’re an Alto member and ready to learn, then come to the Outlaw Courts on Monday afternoons for Training and Drills. All equipment is provided.
 
First Paddle is July 5th! Hurry and sign up your Alto kids and grandkids, ages 6-12, for two hours of
instruction and fun. Registration Form
 
The ALPA Annual Membership Meeting took place on June 17th. We had a great turnout for pickleball play, followed by a yummy lunch and a short meeting. We elected two new board members to complete our crew of five: Stephen Morris, President; Mary Helen Jordan, Secretary & Communications; Randy Chilton, Treasurer; John Castruccio, ALTA/ALPA Commissioner; Deb Harris, ALTA/ALPA Commissioner.
 
Gold Medalists! ALPA members Mary Ann Elder and Gary McConnell did a fantastic job representing ALPA at the New Mexico Senior Olympics! Each took gold with their partners in their divisions. Yahoo!

                     Gary McConnel, on the left                                 Mary Ann Elder is on the left

 
Something New for ALL Alto Members: Skinny Singles on Wednesday afternoons, 3:00pm. You don’t have to be skinny or single to play. Skinny Singles one-on-one play, vs. two-on-two. This version really helps develop ball placement skills; however, the ball is played in just half the court at a time. This is not designed for folks brand-new to pickleball. Skinny Singles Video