Welcome to the March 31st edition of the Vancouver Island Newsletter! 🏓

Not the greatest weekend for the Victoria outdoor pickleball scene, as Wain Park’s deconstruction of courts officially began, while Uptown Shopping Centre announced their two-court setup’s official closing date. 🔒

Continue scrolling to check out: New Island pickleball events in Tofino and the West Shore 📅, fashion updates from last weekend’s PPA event, and line technology is coming to the United Pickleball Association! 🚨

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Looking for more events outside of Vancouver Island? We’ve partnered up with BC Pickleball Events—now you can view events province-wide through the link or the website! 📸 Pictures, updates, or events to share? Send them to [email protected].

Machinery rolls in to pull out controversial North Saanich pickleball courts

Council closed the pickleball courts in 2024 after neighbours complained the sound of play was too noisy.

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Uptown pickleball courts closing to make way for housing development

A popular recreational hub in Greater Victoria is set to close its doors this spring, marking the end of a short but impactful chapter for the local pickleball community.

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• The Best Dressed Pros at the PPA Greater Zion Cup
  Read more at: https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/the-best-dressed-pros-at-the-ppa-greater-zion-cup/

• Major League Pickleball Announces Partnership With Pro Senior Pickleball League Champions Series Pickleball (CSP)
  Read More at: https://majorleaguepickleball.co/news/major-league-pickleball-announces-partnership-with-pro-senior-pickleball-league-champions-series-pickleball-csp/

• UPA set to implement line calling technology
  Read more at: https://pickleball.com/news/upa-set-to-implement-line-calling-technology

Opportunities to Play

Upcoming Events

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

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

• 🏓 Sooke Paddle Battle 2026 - May 24-26, 2026 @ SEAPARC - REGISTER HERE 

• 🏓 VRPA Berwick/UVic Women’s Tournament - April 18, 2026 - REGISTER HERE 

• 🏓 3rd Annual Total Fluke Pickleball Tournament - April 3-5, 2026 - Email [email protected]

• 🍔 Beer & Burger Fundraiser Night (Port Alberni Picklers) - April 25, 2026 @ Cherry Creek Hall - MORE INFO -

• 🏓 Pickleballooza: Year 2 - August 8-9, 2026 @ Beban Park, Nanaimo - REGISTER HERE 

• 🏓 2026 BC Provincial Championships - July 22 - 27, 2026 @ The Nest Sports (Tsawwassen) - Registration opens April 15.

• 🏓 Paddle Royale 2026 - July 4, 2026 - Juan de Fuca - Registration coming soon.

• 🏓 Ruler of the Court - June 6, 2026 - Village Green Pickleball Courts, Tofino - Registration opens April 8, 2026 - MORE INFO *NEW

• 🏓 Sober Slam 2026 - July 18-19, 2026 - Westshore Parks & Rec Outdoor Courts - Registration opens May 16. - MORE INFO *NEW

  
  Click HERE to view more events on the Island and across B.C. through
  BC PICKLEBALL EVENTS.

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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.

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