50th Anniversary RSVP Cards

Back in early May, all PTPC members should have received their invitation to attend the Golden Jubilee Celebration on July 27 at Lincoln Hills in Ludington.  The RSVP cards need to be returned before the end of May using the pre-stamped envelope that was enclosed.  If you didn’t receive an invitation or if you have questions, please contact Jeri Kett as soon as possible. Thanks for your attention to this!  

BACKBOARD PROJECT
Thanks to Ron Gooding, John Melse, Steve & Jackie Tracy, Jim Kett and Mike Bass for their hard work in completing the tennis backboard construction and installation on May 9th. Lisa DeMoss was proud to be the very first member to use the backboard. It is now available for use on tennis court #3. 

PTPC BOARD MEETING
The second PTPC Board meeting of 2023 was held on Monday, May 8th.  A copy of the meeting minutes can be found on the members page (password required).  The password can be found inside any of the last several 2022 newsletters, or you can contact us and we’ll send it to you.

PTPC CLUBHOUSE COURT & GROUNDS MAINTENANCE
The grounds committee has received tremendous support already this year with club opening / clean up activities, and we thank all those who contributed. We are once again seeking for volunteers for various recurring clubhouse, courts & grounds maintenance activities that are needed during the 2023 season. A SignUpGenius is now available for members to list their commitment to help out during the 2023 season. You can access the SignUp here, and commit to any available slots of your choosing. Thanks

CRACK FILLER CREW
A dedicated group of volunteers worked on filling the cracks on the pickleball courts on Thursday, April 27. It only took the experienced crew (45) minutes to get the work done. Special thanks to Ron & Jan Gooding, Mike & Kati Guercio, Macy Felter, Fritz Baker and Ed Walker!

OPENING OF THE CLUBHOUSE
We now have a fully functioning clubhouse thanks to the considerable efforts from John Melse, Ron Gooding and Pokey Walicki. The waterline leak was repaired, and bleach was poured to rid the pipes of bacteria. Having said that, we remind you of the following. The clubhouse water exists for toilet use in the restrooms. It is not safe to be used as drinking water!!!

TENNIS BACKBOARD
Ron Gooding picked up the materials at Menards since they were the lowest bidder for the project. He and John Melse and Ron Gooding have been working to get the wall assembled, and it will be ready for painting in the near future.

PROTECTING THE COURTS

The PTPC expended a sizable sum towards cement walkways during 2022.  The primary purpose was minimizing damage caused by small rocks getting tracked onto the courts.  In the interest of getting a strong return, members are asked to please try to stay on the sidewalks when entering and leaving the courts.  Any effort from members to wait until they’re on the cement pad or sidewalk area before changing into their court shoes would be much appreciated!

LUDINGTON PB TOURNAMENT

The Ludington Classic Pickleball Tournament 2023 Presented by Smith and Eddy Insurance is scheduled for September 8, 9 & 10, 2023.  Registration Fee $70.  Registrants will receive a tournament T-Shirt.  The schedule is: Friday- Women’s Doubles; Saturday- Mixed Doubles; Sunday – Men’s Doubles.  Registration opens May 1, 2023.  Interested participants should register here early to ensure a spot.

SPRING CLEANUP 2023