This week, Vancouver Island Pickleball, powered by Courtside Sports, checks in with Vancouver Island pro, Isabelle Tang! Pickleball in Qualicum Beach is raising money for new courts, and Pickleball Canada touches down in Nunavut.

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Checking in with Vancouver Island pickleball pro, Isabelle Tang

The Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) wrapped up its first event of year, May 17-18 at Smash Pickleball in London, Ont. Eight pickleball clubs came together to compete in the Central Split, featuring Canada’s top players and rising stars.

Vancouver Island Pickleball, powered by Courtside Sports, chatted with Vancouver Island pro Isabelle Tang about the experience with her Northern Lights team.

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Macdonald Realty Classic Seeks Volunteers

Via Victoria Regional Pickleball Association: “We're gearing up for another great Macdonald Realty Classic Tournament (June 13-15, 2025) and we need a few more helping hands to make it a smashing success!

Whether you can assist for a few hours or the whole day, your time makes a difference - and you will be part of a fun, high-energy event with a great community. Interested? Please click this Google Volunteer link: https://forms.gle/WqyMYKCfSiKJec4v6

Let's make this tournament unforgettable -- we can't do it without you!

Cathy Wong
Event Coordinator”

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Around the Island

View some updates from the Vancouver Island pickleball community. Tag Vancouver Island Pickleball if you’d like to see your updates shared with the Island pickleball community in future updates!

• Qualicum Beach Pickleball Club raising funds for 4 new courts (Black Press Media)

• Fowler Park, Victoria pickleball courts update (Via James Bradley)

• Saanich Pickleball Play Opportunities (Saanich Recreation)

• Pickleball season is in full swing in Nunavut (Pickleball Canada)

• Pickleballtv now available on Apple TV (pickleball.com)

• Skipping warm-up ahead of pickleball match landed me in a bit of a pickle (cbc.ca)

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.

Looking to get involved? If you’re a player, club, business, or organization with a passion for pickleball, reach out at [email protected].