Category: Volunteer Opportunities

🌟 Why You Should Join Us at PickleCon 2025
Pickleball fans, mark your calendars! PickleCon 2025 is returning August 7–10 at the Kansas City Convention Center—and we’d love to see a strong Bloomington Pickleball Club (BPC) presence at this year’s unforgettable event.

Whether you’re a seasoned player, a social rec enthusiast, or just love being part of the pickleball energy, PickleCon offers something for everyone. This massive celebration of the sport features:

✅ 80+ Courts for Open Play
✅ Pro Panels and coaching insights
✅ Vendor Village with top brands and demos
✅ Glow-in-the-Dark Kickoff Party
✅ Tournaments for all skill levels (separate registration)
✅ Puppy Yoga, giveaways, games, and much more!

🎟️ Choose from a Player Pass (includes court access) or Spectator Pass (ideal for fans and families). You can attend for a single day or make it a full weekend experience.

🌟 Highlights from Last Year
In 2024, several of our BPC members attended PickleCon’s inaugural year—and they left energized, inspired, and with Selkirk gear in hand! 🎁

👉 Read our recap from last year here.

We even brought home demo paddles, made national connections, and participated in live Q&A sessions with pros and major brands.

This year promises to be even bigger, and with a few complimentary passes donated by Triple Crown Sports, we’ll be organizing a group of BPC members to attend together.

📸 See the Fun

Thanks to Jessie Hill from Triple Crown Sports, we have a photo album from last year to give you a taste of the experience:
📷 View the 2024 PickleCon Photo Gallery

💬 Interested in Going?

If you’re interested in joining the BPC crew at PickleCon, let us know! We’ll help coordinate carpooling, hotel options, and registration tips. Some members are even volunteering to earn free passes.
🎟️ Volunteer info here: picklecon.com/volunteer-opportunities

Have questions or want to represent BPC in Kansas City?
📩 Email us at bloomingtonpickleballclub@gmail.com or message us on Slack.

Let’s make 2025 another year to remember. See you at PickleCon! 💥🏓
June 6, 2025
🌱 Spring Forward: New Committees, Fresh Courts & What’s Next for BPC
As the weather warms up and the days get longer, the Bloomington Pickleball Club is springing into a brand-new season—one that’s packed with fresh energy, exciting changes, and more ways to get involved than ever before.

Whether you’re returning from winter hibernation or you’ve been hitting indoor ladders all year, we’ve got something for you this spring.

🏓 Outdoor Play Is Back!

Our outdoor ladder events are in full swing at RCA Park! CourtReserve is your go-to for staying in the loop—check in regularly to register for weekly ladders, special sessions, and social play.

These events are open to players of all levels and are a great way to build skill, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition under the sun.

🤝 Building Together: Our New Club Committees

This spring, we launched a more structured (and sustainable!) approach to organizing club activities. Our new committees are already hard at work—and we’d love for you to be part of it.

Here’s a quick look at what’s happening behind the scenes:
- 🧱 Club Functionality – Policies, bylaws, board structure
- 📣 Communications – Emails, updates, social media
- 💰 Partnerships – Sponsorships, fundraising, community relationships
- 🎉 Networking & Social – Community-building events and outreach
- 🗓 Events – Ladders, side events, and everything in between
Whether you're a spreadsheet lover, a social butterfly, or just eager to lend a hand—we’ve got a spot for you.

🟡 Club Upgrades & Gear News

Thanks to members using our Pickleball Central code CRBLOOM, we scored a $174 credit—which went straight into 100 fresh Franklin balls for club use. (Yes, you’re literally helping us keep the ball rolling!)

We’ve also got six portable nets ready to go, stored and managed to make outdoor setups smoother. And if you’ve ever considered becoming a BPC sponsor, now’s the time—tiered banner options are coming soon to help businesses of all sizes support the club.

🙌 How You Can Get Involved

Want to run a side event? Help with a ladder night? Join a committee or lead a one-time effort? We’re here for it—and we’re here for you.

One of the best things about BPC is our community spirit, and this year we’re leaning into that more than ever. Volunteering doesn’t have to be a huge time commitment—it’s about sharing what you can, when you can, and having a little fun while you’re at it.

🔮 Looking Ahead

We’re just getting started. As the season unfolds, you’ll see more play opportunities, better organization, and more chances to connect.

If you're new to the club, welcome! And if you’ve been with us for a while—thanks for sticking with us. This is shaping up to be an incredible year for pickleball in Bloomington.

📬 Stay in the Loop

Don’t miss out! Be sure to:
- Check CourtReserve regularly for event registration
- Keep an eye on our emails and social media for updates
- Reach out if you’d like to get involved, join a committee, or pitch an idea
We’ll see you on the courts! 🏓🌤️
March 27, 2025