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Hola San Carlos Pickleballers,
We extend our warmest wishes to all the incredible fathers in our community. Whether you are near or far from San Carlos, we hope you enjoyed a day filled with love and joy.

As summer heats up in San Carlos, we want to remind everyone to stay safe and hydrated while enjoying the game we all love. For those up north (Canada, US and Europe), we wish you a fantastic and relaxing time this summer. Enjoy your travels, family and friends — we look forward to seeing you back on the courts this winter, ready to play in our Club!

Stay connected and enjoy the summer season. See you on the courts!

San Carlos Pickleball Club

San Carlos Pickleball Updates from the Board

Let’s Flush Out the Latest Bathroom Banter!

We are so proud of our new bathrooms, and we are looking forward to the next phase of fundraising and construction that will make SCPC a true pickleball destination for years to come! We are super excited the bathrooms are complete with the application of waterproofing on the roof last week. If you have not seen the finished product yet, the men’s bathroom has 3 urinals, 2 toilets and 2 showers and the the women’s has 5 toilets, and 2 showers, each complete with sinks and beautiful mirrors.

The initial construction design included a connection to the new street sewer being laid by a neighboring developer. Unfortunately, the sewer has not been ready to tie into, and during construction, the decision was made to add a septic tank for our bathroom facilities until the sewer line is ready. This allowed the opening of the bathrooms which we all are grateful for! No more port-o-potties!! The bathrooms have been enjoyed by so many, it has already put a strain on the temporary septic system, which needs cleaning more frequently than originally planned. We are asking members for assistance to keep it in working order until we can tie into the sewer by following a few simple guidelines:

  • Please use trash receptacles provided in each stall for toilet paper, all feminine hygiene products, or paper towels. Do not flush these items to ensure the integrity of the septic system.
  • Be mindful of water usage. The system drains all water from sinks, showers and toilets into the septic system. Therefore, please be sure the sink is turned fully off after washing hands to stop any water leaks. Also, any showers that are taken, please be quick, to save space in the septic tank for essential waste.
  • Please alert SCPC Admin if any issues arise with backups or leaks immediately.

Finally, SCPC is currently renovating the storage facility, and in the meantime one shower in each bathroom will be used for protected storage of club property. Again, this is temporary and will be removed as soon as a new facility is built. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes, and are working towards having both showers operational as soon as possible.

To all of those in San Carlos now, those who are returning in the fall, or those who visit occasionally, (but want to be here more!) — a huge THANK YOU!! None of this is possible without your support and financial generosity! These beautiful bathrooms are the essential start to the SCPC main facility. Stay tuned for all the fun to come as we enter the next phase…. What will it be….Center Court Bar?? New Parking Lot??? Second Building with the Restaurant??? So many choices! LET’S GO!!!

Update on Tournaments & Events 2024 – 2025

Important Update: LATAM Games Tournament Rescheduled

We want to inform you about a change in the schedule for the Latinoamerican Games Tournament. Originally planned for this November, the tournament has been rescheduled to early next year, in February or March 2025. We are currently finalizing the exact dates and will keep you posted with further details as soon as they are confirmed.

In place of the LATAM Games Tournament, we are excited to announce that from November 1-3, *Match Point will be hosting a tournament at our club. This promises to be an exciting event, and we will share more information about it soon.

Member Spotlight: Emilia Cota

I’m Emilia Cota Gocobachi originally from Navojoa, Sonora. I’ve called the beautiful town of San Carlos my home for the past six years.

Over the last year and a half, I’ve developed a passion for pickleball and have been actively playing at the San Carlos Pickleball Club. I’m particularly focused on improving my soft game and mastering the art of dinking. I look forward to growing as a player and enjoying the club’s pickleball community.

Exciting News: Generous Donation for Our Members

We are thrilled to share some wonderful news with you all! Thanks to the incredible generosity of Gary and Tiby Levinson, two of our esteemed club members, we have received a donation of membership for the entire club to Rescate.

This donation means that all of our club members can now use Rescate services for free if you encounter any problems or injuries while at the club.

We are deeply grateful to Gary and Tiby for their invaluable contribution to our community. Their support ensures that our members have access to vital emergency services, enhancing the safety and well-being of everyone at the club.

Thank you, Gary and Tiby, for your kindness and commitment to our pickleball community!

Tips for Playing Pickleball in the Summer

We know that some of you like to play in the mornings, but as the summer is setting strong in San Carlos we suggest to follow these tips so you can enjoy playing pickleball while staying safe and cool.

Stay Hydrated

  • Bring plenty of water: Make sure to bring enough water to stay hydrated throughout your game. Consider using a cooler or insulated water bottle to keep your drinks cold. We also provide water and ice cubes at the club.
  • Electrolyte Drinks: In addition to water, bring electrolyte drinks to replenish minerals lost through sweating. In the Pro Shop, we have Electrolyte powder from Jigsaw Health available for purchase — we highly recommend this product!

Wear appropriate clothing and sunscreen

  • Lightweight, breathable fabrics: Wear light-colored, moisture-wicking clothing that can also cover your arms to help keep you cool and dry.
  • Hat and sunglasses: Protect yourself from the sun with a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses.
  • Sunscreen: Apply a high SPF sunscreen 30 minutes before playing and re-apply every two hours, especially if you’re sweating.

Cool down strategies

  • Cooling Towels: Use cooling towels around your neck to help lower your body temperature.
  • Misting Fan: Bring a portable misting fan for a quick cool-down between games.
  • Listen to your body: Pay attention to signs of heat exhaustion, such as dizziness, headache, or nausea, and stop playing if you feel unwell.

Play in the afternoon

  • We have 14 courts with lights, so take advantage of this and play late evenings when the sun isn’t as intense. We know you like to have your morning play, but evening play is fun as well!

If you experience any health issues or dehydration while at the club, remember you can contact Rescate at the following number: +52 (622) 226 0911, mention that you are a SCPC member.

Summer Specials for our Pickleball Lessons

Improve your pickleball skills this season with instruction from our very own pickleball teaching pro, Kevin Duff. For the summer lessons will be discounted. Check out the new Summer Prices below:

  • Private (one person) 1,200 $1,000 pesos/hour
  • Semi-private (two people) 800 $700 pesos/person/hour
  • Semi-private (three people) 600 $500 pesos/person/hour
  • Group (four to eight people) 500 $400 pesos/person/hour

For more information about those lessons, please send a WhatsApp message to Kevin at +52 622-147-2979.

Defibrillator Workshop in July

For your information, we have an AED (Defibrillator) at the Courts which is located between the bathrooms.

The second week of July, we will have a workshop for our Board members and then another one during the winter.

If you’re interested in participating, please let us know by sending an email to Rocio at : management@sancarlospickleball.com so we can keep you posted about the next workshop’s dates.

Visit our Pro Shop

Stop by the Pro Shop on your next visit to the courts and check it out. In addition to being stocked with paddles, shirts, hats, grips, pickleballs, and sand sun-shades, we also have Jigsaw Health electrolytes and more. We’re here to ensure you have everything you need to play your best game.

Product of the month: Sunshades from Shade-Eco

Stay cool and protected from the sun this summer with sunshades from Shade-Eco! These are perfect for those sunny days when you want to picnic on the beach. Plus, when you purchase a shade from our ProShop 30% of the sales go directly to support our Club. It’s a win-win!

Court Schedule and Activities

Check out our weekly Event Calendar packed with organized play, open play and social round robins at the San Carlos Pickleball Club.

For your comfort and safety, group play is early morning or after sunset. Please contact those groups if you want more information about the play times.

  • Open Play every morning – you can choose between Challenge Court or Paddle Stacking | Free to members.
  • Tactica Tuesday (skill-based Round Robin) – 6:30pm | 100 pesos for members and 150 pesos for non-members.
  • Fiesta Fridays – Fridays from 6:30pm | Free to members.
  • Sorteo Sundays – Sundays at 7:30am (be there by 7:15am) | Free to members.
  • Anytime a court isn’t reserved for scheduled play, it can be reserved for private play using Court Reserve.

NOTE: For Paddle Stacking, Fiesta Friday and Sorteo Sunday, you do NOT need to register. For all other events, please visit Court Reserve for registration and/or pricing.

Plan your week and join in on the action!

Please Donate to the Club

As noted above, we now have the Donor Plaques prominently featured on a beautiful focal accent wall on the current building. You can see the current donors here.

Please consider buying a “brick” to help us continue building the facility.

Kindly get in touch with Christa (christa@whatsupsancarlos.com or WhatsApp +52 622-118-4139) if you’d like to support the ongoing construction.

The following levels are available:

  • $5000 USD (100,000 pesos) Diamond
  • $2500 USD (50,000 pesos) Platinum
  • $1000 USD (20,000 pesos) Gold
  • $500 USD (10,000 pesos) Silver
  • $250 USD (5000 pesos) Bronze

We have a WhatsApp business phone line for your queries

We have a business phone line designed to streamline communication and assist you promptly with any questions or inquiries related to memberships and gate codes.

SCPC Admin Services WhatsApp: +52 622-162-6652

Court Reserve

Last year we took a leap into the digital era with Court Reserve. This is what you can do in Court Reserve:

  • Reserve a court
  • Buy your membership or daily passes
  • Check our weekly events
  • Register for workshops or paid events

If you are member, download Court Reserve on your phone or go online on your computer.