Welcome to the December 9th edition of the Vancouver Island Pickleball Newsletter. ❄️

VIPB is excited to announce Owen Williams of Raymond James as Title Partner! We’re excited to continue building the VIPB brand with Owen’s support, and tap into his expertise within the financial industry, as well as his genuine passion for pickleball! 🏓 Learn more below.

This week, we’re also taking a look at DUPR’s big announcement from last week, Cowichan’s upcoming tournament, Minor League Pickleball weekend results, and more!

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Vancouver Island Pickleball welcomes Owen Williams - Raymond James as Title Partner

Vancouver Island Pickleball (VIPB) is excited to welcome Owen Williams of Raymond James as Title Partner. Williams, a Victoria-based Financial Advisor with Raymond James, brings a wealth of expertise from the financial industry, which he has already brought to pickleball through a unique strategy guide.

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Cowichan Valley Winter Rally pickleball tournament building on momentum from inaugural Fall Ball

North Cowichan Pickleball Club is getting set to host its second pickleball tournament in the Cowichan Valley, following a successful ‘Fall Ball’ tournament, January 17-18, 2026.

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• APP and USA Pickleball Move To New Platforms thus Solidifying DUPR Rating Dominance
  Read more at: https://www.forbes.com/sites/toddboss/2025/12/05/app-and-usa-pickleball-move-to-new-platforms-thus-solidifying-dupr-rating-dominance/

• Complete Winners: The Dink Minor League Pickleball National Championship
  Read more at: https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/complete-winners-the-dink-minor-league-pickleball-national-championship/

• Major League Pickleball's Brooklyn Pickleball Team Adds Entrepreneurs and Media Personalities Tara and Hunter Fieri to Ownership Group
  Read more at: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/major-league-pickleballs-brooklyn-pickleball-154100427.html

• Vancouver Island quartet heads to Texas chasing pickleball glory

  Read more at: https://westerlynews.ca/2025/12/05/vancouver-island-quartet-heads-to-texas-chasing-pickleball-glory/

Opportunities to Play

Upcoming Events

• 🎄 Annual Christmas Tournament (Victoria Regional Pickleball Association) - Dec. 13-14, 2025 - Donate Prizes

• 🏓 The Forge Open: Rally for Recovery 2026 - Jan. 30 - Feb. 1, 2026 - More Info

• 🏓 9th Annual Comox Valley Pickleball Tournament - May 2, 2026 -

  Registration opens April 2, 2026. More info to come.

• 🎄 Cowichan Valley Winter Rally - Jan. 17 - Jan 18, 2026 - Registration Open

  
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About Vancouver Island Pickleball

Vancouver Island Pickleball celebrates the growth and diversity of the Island’s pickleball community, sharing stories, updates, and resources that showcase the people, places, and passion driving the sport forward. With a vibrant social media presence and dynamic coverage, VIPB connects local and visiting players alike, highlighting the Island as a destination where pickleball and community thrive together.

Are you a player, club, business, or organization with a passion for pickleball? Reach out to us at [email protected]!