The Spokane Pickleball Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, grassroots organization dedicated to promoting the sport of pickleball.A Founding Board has been established but once public membership opens, club members will elect board members each year. Elected leaders serve a volunteer term according to the club's bylaws and work in positions they collectively agree to be best suited for. The club's purpose is to unite the voice and power of the player community in Spokane. Annual dues paid by members make it possible for the SPC to exist. In addition to voting for leadership, members get access to a variety of internal and external benefits and perks. As a non-profit, community organization, volunteerism is what makes us tick! We believe in empowering members to make Spokane a place we're all proud to play. | Join TodaY! |
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IN OUR FIRST YEAR, THE SPOKANE PICKLEBALL CLUB HAS ACHIEVED A LOT THANKS TO YOU, OUR VALUABLE MEMBER. WE ARE AT 100 MEMBERS STRONG, AND WE HOPE TO DOUBLE THAT AGAIN IN OUR SECOND YEAR. WITH YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT THROUGH YOUR MEMBERSHIP LET'S KEEP THE MOMENTUM GROWING!
- started indoor winter pickleball play at the middle school gyms, Flett, Sacajawea and Peperzak,
- gotten 12 pickleball courts lined at Comstock Park
- taught beginning pickleball lessons and hosted round robin sessions
- hosted Picklefest at the 50th anniversary of Spokane Expo
- hosted the first Comstock Classic tournament at Comstock Park
- advocated for and gotten a barrier at Corbin Park
- advocated for and got the city to fix court lights at Mission Park
- repaired and replaced several pickleball nets at Mission and Comstock Park
How does membership money support our efforts?
- Free or low-cost social events
- 2 tournaments each year (come to play or come to watch the fun!)
- Discounted costs for our tournaments and league play
- Collaborative relationship with Spokane Parks to develop and fund more dedicated public park spaces for pickleball play
- Professional website management
- Member databases
Now you know the value of your dues and the benefits you receive. We want you to know that our club needs you and values your input and involvement. We cannot provide all of this without generous donations of time from people like you. We are an all-volunteer, grass-roots organization united by the passion to play and expand affordable public pickleball. As a member, please consider volunteering some of your time to help the club. We need talents such as fundraising, sponsorships, help with social media, membership outreach, and tournament support. We hope that you will get involved and grow with us.
Thank you for your continued support,
SPC Board
Board Members:
Sue MatthewsFounding board member, Secretary I started playing pickleball with a group of friends and joined the Comstock group in the summer of 2022. I love the social aspect of the game and the friends that I’ve made. I also love the mental & physical aspects of the game and that pickleball is for everyone. My hope is our group can raise money & build dedicated pickleball courts that will be available for many years. The outdoor courts in parks that exist now were built by people dreaming of outdoor sports opportunities — now we need to keep that dream alive.
Lisa VanMansumFounding board member, Treasurer Lisa started playing pickleball in 2022. "I play casually for fun, fitness, and social interaction. I hope to be the voice of those who want to create affordable ways to enjoy this sport year-round, and make it accessible for all."
Dave SandersonFounding board member When I started playing pickleball last summer, I played at Comstock in the morning and then at the Central YMCA till early afternoon (about 12 hours a week!). Now retired, I spent over 30 years teaching Elementary Physical Education — back when I taught pickleball to 4th, 5th, and 6th graders the paddles were not so good! As a Maple Valley Parks Commissioner for 7 years, saw firsthand how valuable parks and public activities are for communities. I am excited about the quest to develop pickleball courts in Spokane and to see the game grow in all age levels.
Sherran CroyFounding board member Four years ago I had a YMCA fitness instructor offer beginning pickleball lessons. That was the beginning of my journey into this amazing game. Not only is it lots of fun, but it has given me a way to stay active and meet so many nice people. I would like others who are interested, young or old, beginners to advanced players, to be able to join in the fun. To support this vision we will need more courts. I would like to help work on getting more courts plus improve the ones we have here in Spokane, The Spokane Pickleball Club can help make this happen.
Susan HumphreysFounding board member Having recently moved back to my hometown of Spokane, I looked for ways to connect back into the community and discovered the great sport of pickleball being played at a local park. Since I "retired" from tennis many years ago, I decided to give it a try and got hooked. Due to the rate this sport is growing in popularity, there is an ever-increasing need to provide dedicated outdoor courts in our community, in conjunction with existing public park tennis courts. With the help of SPC and Spokane Parks Dpt., our goal is to also organize tournaments, leagues and offer other fun ways for people of all ages in Spokane to participate in America's fastest-growing sport.
Craig NumataFounding board member I grew up with a court in my parent’s backyard and played pickleball occasionally as well as in P.E. in junior high in the 1980’s. I re-started in December 2022, attending a drop-in session at a private indoor facility. It was quite a bit different from when I was a kid, but the people I played with were welcoming and helpful and I have been hooked ever since. In spring 2023, I started playing in open sessions at Comstock and Mission Parks, and began organizing round robin sessions, giving lessons, buying/selling paddles, and pickleballs, and advocating with the city for additional nets and taped/striped courts. This December, I finally got a chance to play with my Mom and my kids — three generations on the same court. I’ve met so many great people, including many from out of town dropping in for a session while “visiting family.” As I was so graciously welcomed and helped, I want to do the same for others. I’ve played with 9-year-olds, 77-year-olds, and everywhere in between. I hope we all get to keep playing for a long time as well as sharing the joy with many more players for a lifetime. Our PartnersGet 10% off at PickleballSuperstore ✨ + the SPC earns 10% too!✨ INWPC (Coeur d'Alene) |
