Welcome to this week’s edition of the Vancouver Island Pickleball newsletter!

This week, we chat with Vancouver Island’s Isabelle Tang. Tang will represent the Island this season in the Canadian National Pickleball League! We also take a look at selecting your next pickleball, ball with Tyler from our Title Sponsor, Courtside Sports. And…news from around the pickleball world.

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Vancouver Island’s Isabelle Tang Set For Professional Pickleball Debut with CNPL

The Canadian National Pickleball League’s (CNPL) 2025 season is set to kick off on May 17, marking the pro league’s third season. This past month, the CNPL Draft saw 40 of Canada’s top players selected by clubs to compete for this year’s championship title, including Vancouver Island’s Isabelle Tang.

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Purchasing Your Next Pickleball

There’s two main types of pickleballs: Indoor balls and outdoor balls. Indoor balls are going to have 26 holes, and the holes are a little bit larger. An outdoor ball has 40 holes, and the holes are smaller.

Differences: An indoor ball is going to be a constructed with a soft plastic. The outdoor ball is firmer. It will withstand concrete or a harder surface better and give more durability…

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• Pickleball manufacturers looking to serve up made-in-Canada products (cbc.ca)

• Storylines for MLP Orlando (Pickleball.com)

• How pickleball rivalries and tournaments took MLB by storm (espn.com)

About Vancouver Island Pickleball

Vancouver Island Pickleball, powered by Courtside Sports, is the destination for all things pickleball on the Island. Founded in 2024, VIPB is dedicated to empowering the sport’s dynamic community with resources, tips, and the latest news to help the sport flourish and reach new heights. Built for seasoned players and beginners alike, VIPB is here to elevate the Island pickleball experience.

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