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
Gold: Trent Holmes and Margie Joyce
Silver: Chuck Ravis and Shelby Zucker
Bronze: Andrew Henderson and Dorothy Joyce
4.0 Women’s Doubles
Gold: Dorothy Joyce and Margie Joyce
Silver: Shelby Zucker and Jane McCullough
4.0 Men’s Doubles
Gold: Drue Holthe and Luke Silvester
Silver: Julio Villela and Andrew Brief
Bronze: Chuck Ravis and John Poplin
3.5 Mixed Doubles (Thursday)
Gold: Tom McNeil and Laura McNeil
Silver: Dan Metzger and Liz Olson
Bronze: Steve Miller and Cindy Gockel
3.5 Mixed Doubles (Saturday Morning)
Gold: Nick Straley and Julia Kellison
Silver: Willie Blazer and Katie Sutter
Bronze: Mark Hughes and Paula Union
3.5 Mixed Doubles (Saturday Afternoon)
Gold: Jim Snyder and Reenie Henderson
Silver: Mike Delaney and Aliza Robinson
Bronze: Michael Callow and Margaret Callow
3.5 Women’s Doubles
Gold: Jen Kreiner and Cindy Waltz
Silver: Katie Sutter and Virginia Stone
Bronze: Aliza Robinson and Jill Bryant
3.5 Men’s Doubles
Gold: Eric Lepowski and Steven Miller
Silver: Mark Hughes and Tom McNeil
Bronze: Will Morgan and Dan Metzger
3.0 Mixed Doubles
Gold: Rick Gockel and Kay Caldwell
Silver: Brian Buschini and Patty Mastin
Bronze: John Hauck and Kris Hauck
3.0 Women’s Doubles
Gold: Maureen Sheehan and Anne Olson
Silver: Kris Hauck and Shannon Heckler
Bronze: Carmae Fawaz and Debbie Jose
3.0 Men’s Doubles
Gold: Chuck Hudson and Lewis Gary
Silver: John Hauck and Rich Gockel
Bronze: Brian Jackson and Marty Jackson
Coed Singles
Gold: Drue Holthe
Silver: Andrew Sommers
Bronze: Shelby Zucker
Super Seniors Round Robin (70+ years)
Gold: Lewis Gary
Silver: Marilyn West
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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