The Ennis Pickleball Club hosted its annual tournament, drawing players from near and far — including from Seattle — for three days of matches, raffles, and fundraising fun. The event supports the club’s goal to build six outdoor pickleball courts by spring 2026.
The tournament featured competitive matches across multiple skill levels and age groups, with players competing for gold, silver, and bronze medals. Funds were raised through entry fees, raffles, a silent auction, and a special partnership with Willie’s Distillery, which donated $1 per cocktail sold during “Cocktails for a Cause.”
Tournament Highlights and Results
4.0 Mixed Doubles
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Gold: Trent Holmes and Margie Joyce
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Silver: Chuck Ravis and Shelby Zucker
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Bronze: Andrew Henderson and Dorothy Joyce
4.0 Women’s Doubles
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Gold: Dorothy Joyce and Margie Joyce
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Silver: Shelby Zucker and Jane McCullough
4.0 Men’s Doubles
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Gold: Drue Holthe and Luke Silvester
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Silver: Julio Villela and Andrew Brief
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Bronze: Chuck Ravis and John Poplin
3.5 Mixed Doubles (Thursday)
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Gold: Tom McNeil and Laura McNeil
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Silver: Dan Metzger and Liz Olson
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Bronze: Steve Miller and Cindy Gockel
3.5 Mixed Doubles (Saturday Morning)
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Gold: Nick Straley and Julia Kellison
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Silver: Willie Blazer and Katie Sutter
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Bronze: Mark Hughes and Paula Union
3.5 Mixed Doubles (Saturday Afternoon)
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Gold: Jim Snyder and Reenie Henderson
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Silver: Mike Delaney and Aliza Robinson
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Bronze: Michael Callow and Margaret Callow
3.5 Women’s Doubles
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Gold: Jen Kreiner and Cindy Waltz
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Silver: Katie Sutter and Virginia Stone
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Bronze: Aliza Robinson and Jill Bryant
3.5 Men’s Doubles
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Gold: Eric Lepowski and Steven Miller
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Silver: Mark Hughes and Tom McNeil
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Bronze: Will Morgan and Dan Metzger
3.0 Mixed Doubles
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Gold: Rick Gockel and Kay Caldwell
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Silver: Brian Buschini and Patty Mastin
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Bronze: John Hauck and Kris Hauck
3.0 Women’s Doubles
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Gold: Maureen Sheehan and Anne Olson
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Silver: Kris Hauck and Shannon Heckler
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Bronze: Carmae Fawaz and Debbie Jose
3.0 Men’s Doubles
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Gold: Chuck Hudson and Lewis Gary
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Silver: John Hauck and Rich Gockel
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Bronze: Brian Jackson and Marty Jackson
Coed Singles
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Gold: Drue Holthe
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Silver: Andrew Sommers
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Bronze: Shelby Zucker
Super Seniors Round Robin (70+ years)
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Gold: Lewis Gary
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Silver: Marilyn West
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Bronze: Jane Jellinek
Fundraising Efforts
In addition to registration fees and contests, Willie’s Distillery joined the cause by giving $1 from each drink sold during the event. The club also hosted raffles and a silent auction to raise additional funds.
Looking Ahead
The Ennis Pickleball Club hopes to use the money raised to build six new pickleball courts, which they plan to open in spring 2026. These courts will provide a dedicated space for the growing number of players in the area and help promote the sport further.
News in Brief: Ennis Pickleball Club Annual Tournament
The Ennis Pickleball Club held its annual tournament and fundraiser, attracting players from as far as Seattle. The event raised money for six new pickleball courts planned for spring 2026. With help from local businesses and community support, the club aims to grow the sport in the Ennis area.
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