Tag: Peak Pickleball
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Tingstrom family turns love of pickleball into avenue for veterans, wheelchair athletes, more
Mick Tingstrom had no idea the rabbit hole he’d venture down after his initial run on a pickleball court. It has morphed into a national tournament and visions of Paralympics inclusion. After coaching his sons through various grade school sports in their careers, Tingstrom required a new endeavor. The retired Army lieutenant colonel had an…
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USA Pickleball wheelchair athletes grateful for opportunity at inaugural event
The constant bop of the ball bouncing from floor to paddle. An occasional celebratory shout from a player after a point. The intensity of competition. This weekend at Peak Pickleball represented more than a tournament. The inaugural Numotion USA Pickleball Wheelchair National Championships catered to athletes in wheelchairs, and they relished the opportunity to shine.…