Longmont Pickleball Club
Will advocate for more courts with the city of Longmont - more members means more influence
Will provide a means to deliver a unified message about pickleball concerns and activities to the City of Longmont and to the community at large. Will promote pickleball activities in an atmosphere of safety, friendliness and fair play. Will provide opportunities to play pickleball for players of all skill levels. Will promote the growth and development of pickleball in Longmont through periodic clinics and social activities.
Will provide club members with
- Skills/Drills
- Open Play
- Round Robins
- Ladder Leagues
- Tournaments
- Fun, fun, fun
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From The Dink email 06/11/255 Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Pickleball Paddle
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It’s no surprise that pros rip through paddles like crazy — some, like Quang Duong, are lucky to get a full week out of one paddle before needing a fresh replacement.
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For us mere mortals, the active lifespan of a pickleball paddle is considerably longer. But at some point, old faithful will feel tired and it’ll be time for an upgrade.
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So how do you know when to replace your paddle? Here are a few surefire signs:
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✅ Give it a shake. No actually, shake your paddle like a maraca. If you hear a rattle, that’s glue from the core that’s come unbonded. This in itself doesn’t mean your paddle’s a goner, but it could be a sign it’s on its way. Keep an eye (and ear) on it.
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✅ Feel the core. Push both thumbs hard into the center of the face. If you feel and hear a noticeable crunching, your core is compromised. This means your paddle is beyond the break-in period and is now just broken. Time to switch it out.
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✅ The grit is gone. For amateur players, grit is key to control. Modern paddles prioritize rougher surface textures as a function of performance, but it wears out over time. If your paddle face feels like glass, you’re not doing your game any favors.
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✅ Rough around the edges. If the edge guard is loose or peeling off, beware — this can have a big impact on the sweet spot of the paddle. Some super glue could be all you need, but if it’s a bigger fix, it’s likely time to upgrade.
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✅ Know your game. Ultimately, there’s no one-size-fits-all rule here — it depends how often you play, how hard you play, what conditions you play in, etc. But if you’re consistently missing routine shots, it could actually be the paddle.
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Before you trash a paddle, check the brand’s warranty policy. Many paddle companies offer a six-month or full-year guarantee on a range of issues. So you could very well get that much-needed replacement free of charge.
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FaithPoint Paddle Battle 2026 Feb 7th Winners Congrats to the gold, silver and bronze medal winners 
Gold- Dan & Matt, Silver - Chris & Tom, Bronze - Dave & Sean 
Gold-Colton & Alex, Silver-Erik & Barrett, Bronze-Sue & Mike 
Gold-Ray & Kathy, Silver- Karen & Doris, Bronze- Dale & Kristi
Advanced Mini Tournament on Jan 19th Winners
A Big Thank you to the City of Longmont
for our new Clark Centennial Park courts - David Bell - Natural Resources Manager
- Timber Toste - Parks Superintendent
- Elisa Champ - Parks & Trails Project Manager
- Jeff Friesner - Recreation & Golf Services Manager
- Ben Wagner - Recreation Area Supervisor
Injury Prevention Techniques to Keep You on the Court
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While setbacks and injuries happen, here are some things you can do to reduce your risk:
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- Sprains occur from stretching or tearing ligaments. Quick lateral or rotational movements can stress ligaments beyond what they can handle and result in rolled ankles and knee sprains.
- Strains involve larger muscles that are stretched too rapidly, resulting in tears in the muscle belly. This often occurs in legs, backs and shoulder muscles known as the rotator cuff.
- Tendonitis is inflammation of the tendon which connects muscles to bones. This is caused by repetitive trauma and overuse.
- Fractures, breaking or cracking of bones can occur when bracing a fall with hands and arms. If an ankle sprain is severe enough, it can also result in a fracture at the joint.
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Our physical therapists treat a lot of pickleball injuries in our centers across the U.S. So, what are the big ones and how can you prevent them from occurring?
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- Warm up and cool down – Ensuring your body is appropriately prepared for the movement demands of pickleball is key. Incorporate a dynamic warmup that improves blood flow to muscles and stretches to lengthen muscles. Using static stretches to cool down can aid in muscle recovery.
- Fuel for performance – Eating a clean, well-balanced diet rich with high-quality nutrients aids in performance and recovery. Hydration before and after play is critical too.
- Gear up – Make sure your footwear is designed for bounding and lateral movements. Choose apparel that allows for movement and wicks moisture. If you sweat a lot, hats, visors, headbands and wristbands may be useful.
- Strength and balance training – Both can keep muscles and joints prepared for the high demands of pickleball and improve on-court performance. Such training allows your body to prepare for dynamic and unpredictable motions that occur in practice gameplay.
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