The PebbleCreek Pickleball Club 9th Annual Tournament continued with high-energy action on February 27, 2025, as the Mixed Doubles competition took center stage. Teams of seasoned players and rising talents battled across the courts, displaying remarkable teamwork, strategic shot-making, and thrilling rallies. The event, hosted in Goodyear, Arizona, saw champions emerge across various skill levels and age groups in round-robin and double-elimination formats.
Skill Level 3.0 Champions
Kim Lincoln Groves and Michael Barron dominated the Age 50+ and 60-64 round-robin category with exceptional shot placement and seamless chemistry.
In the Age 65+ and 70+ double-elimination bracket, Lysa Quealy and Jeff Jacobsen fought through tough competition with resilience and teamwork to claim the title.
Skill Level 3.5 Winners
Traci Rehn and Timothy Schoeny showcased precise volleys and aggressive net play to secure victory in the Age 50-59 bracket.
Shari OQuinn and Patrick Duncan displayed patience and consistency to emerge victorious in the Age 60-64 division.
In a fiercely contested Age 65-69 category, Lynn Manns and Gerald (Jerry) Johnson battled through intense matches to claim the championship.
Meanwhile, Oriana Oszip and Ian Share outplayed their opponents in the Age 70+ round-robin, using well-placed dinks and strategic shot selection.
Skill Level 4.0 Title Holders
In the Age 50-59 bracket, Paula Saurette and John Scanniello combined power and control to overcome their challengers. Roxane Asay and Kevin Dixon showcased strong nerves in key moments to take the Age 60-64 title.
Joan Boyll and Robert Dunst executed a flawless strategy to emerge victorious in the Age 65-69 category, while (Nancy) JANE Powell and Reg Lakness outlasted tough opponents with endurance and intelligent shot-making in the Age 70+ division.
Skill Level 4.5 Champions Rise to the Occasion
Kelly Hernandez and Brian Schimelpfening demonstrated quick reflexes and powerful strokes to win the Age 50-59 bracket.
In the Age 60-64 division, Melody Fischer and John Click impressed with their seamless communication and strategic play.
Karin Sobotta and Mark Friedenberg made a strong statement in the Age 65-69 bracket, using precise tactics and well-timed aggression.
Judy Hoarfrost and Steve Paranto proved unstoppable in the Age 70+ round-robin, relying on their wealth of experience to dominate the court.
Elite Division (Skill Level 5.0) Crowns Top Teams
Jan Yu and Howard Mendel showcased a masterclass in control and shot-making to secure the Age 50-59 title.
In the Age 60+ and 65+ category, Jennifer Kwong and Eddie Ambriz demonstrated outstanding adaptability and teamwork to claim gold.
News in Brief: PebbleCreek Pickleball Club 9th Annual Tournament
The 9th Annual PebbleCreek Pickleball Club Tournament continued in Goodyear, Arizona, on February 27, 2025, with Mixed Doubles competition. Champions were crowned across multiple skill levels, showcasing strategy, endurance, and teamwork. As the pickleball tournament nears its conclusion, anticipation builds for the final day of competition featuring Men’s Doubles.
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