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

This week, we’re taking a look at Team Canada’s U-16 selection process for the upcoming Pickleball World Cup, Florida’s floating pickleball court, and last weekend’s PPA event. Plus, a little bit of NBA star Luka Doncic’s off-season training (which includes pickleball).

It’s been busy behind the scenes of VIPB (New logo, anyone?). If you haven’t visited our website lately, you’ll notice some updates there as well (best viewed on desktop or laptop).

Let us know what you think! 😁

Looking to connect with the Island pickleball community? Join our Facebook Group and Business Pages. 📸 Pictures, updates, or events to share? Pass them along to [email protected]!

Team Canada U-16 selection process, Open and Senior updates for Pickleball World Cup

Full Send Pickleball/孚信匹克球, the company behind DUPR’s Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) in Canada, announced details for Canadian U-16 players interested in representing their country at Pickleball World Cup 2025.

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• The GOATs Win Double Golds And Goins A First Time Winner At Pro Pickleball Association Bristol Open (Forbes)

• The World's First Floating Pickleball Court Makes A Splash In Florida (Southern Living)

• Playing Pickleball Every Day Turned Luka Doncic Into A $165 Million Extension Man (Barstool Sports)

Photos
(Contact us to have your photos listed)

• Nanaimo Pickleball Club’s ‘July Indoor Tournament’ winners - Click HERE
• Panorama Recreation/Centennial Park Multi Sport Box update - Click Here

Upcoming Tournaments
(Contact us to have your event listed)

• Salmon Capital Pickleball Classic (CRPA) - Learn More
• Port Alberni Picklers Summer Mixed Double Open (Port Alberni) - Learn More
• Nanaimo ‘Paddles in the Park’ - Learn More or view PDF
• Esquimalt Pickle Party - Learn More

Open Play Opportunities
(Contact us to have your region listed)

• Qualicum Beach Curling Club

• Cowichan Sportsplex

• Esquimalt

• Victoria Pickleball Centre

• Juan de Fuca

• Oak Bay

• University of Victoria

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.

Player, club, business, or organization with a passion for pickleball? Reach out at [email protected].