Vancouver Island Pickleball Association
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In 2013 this website was launched to help promote the sport of pickleball on Vancouver Island. It has become the first stop for anyone - new players, visitors and existing players - wanting to play pickleball on Vancouver Island, both recreationally and competitively. Its primary purpose is to encourage the growth of pickleball and to act as a catalyst to support players through informative..
Vancouver Island Pickleball Association
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Please read "The Future of the Vancouver Island Pickleball Association" here ..read more
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Read the Pickleball Magazine's November/December issue here. Pickleball Magazine is recognized by USA Pickleball as the official magazine of pickleball ..read more
Vancouver Island Pickleball Association
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Significant Rule Changes For 2023:
Apparel (2.G.1/2.G.4)
Inappropriate apparel may now include apparel that approximates the color of the tournament ball. Section 1 encourages players to avoid wearing apparel that approximates the color of the ball. The Tournament Director retains the right to require an apparel change during a non-chargeable time-out.
Spin Serve (4.A.5)
Intentionally manipulating the ball to add spin during the release of the ball is not allowed. Some natural rotation of the ball when it is released is allowable but the server must not impart manipulation or spin prior to s ..read more
Vancouver Island Pickleball Association
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"The popularity of pickleball has hit the Comox Valley". Read the full article from the Comox Valley Record here ..read more
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The November edition of Pickleball Fire Magazine is out, and it has lots of instructional articles and player profiles. Read it here ..read more
Vancouver Island Pickleball Association
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Tres Palapas Baja Pickleball Resort is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with top pickleball brand Gearbox Sports and its quality line of products.
“We are thrilled to be using the Gearbox ball within our facility during open play, lessons, round robins, and tournaments and will have the pro shop stocked with Gearbox paddles and accessories,” says Paul Bland (Maple Bay) owner of Tres Palapas. He goes on to say “This is an exciting time for pickleball and now we are seeing bold steps forward to grow the sport and spread the joy, we couldn’t be happier ..read more
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Athletes, investors and companies are all clamoring for a piece of pro pickleball. See this visual report from the Wall Street Journal here ..read more
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Congratulations to Barrie Hill (Victoria) w/Terry Brine (Vancouver) for winning Gold in the 2022 Margaritaville USA Pickleball National Championships in the 4.5/5.0 Men's Age/Skill Doubles Senior 70+ event.
Full results here ..read more
Vancouver Island Pickleball Association
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"Two books tout the wonders of the trendy sport. Can they convince a skeptical reader?" Read the full review/article from The Washington Post here ..read more
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Read Pickleball Magazine's special Gear Guide issue here. Pickleball Magazine is recognized by USA Pickleball as the official magazine of pickleball.  ..read more