FOS PICKLEBALL CLUB
Club Information
Pickleball is similar to tennis, except it is played on a smaller court with two to four players who use oversized ping pong-like paddles and a perforated plastic ball. If you have never played the game before, the FOS Pickleball Club (FOSPC) can get you started with lessons (seasonally), and the FOS Pickleball League can help you meet other pickleball enthusiasts to play with throughout the week.
The FOSPC uses Pickle Planner for individuals to become a member of the club and for reserving court times. Skill Levels are used to achieve challenging and fun games. In Pickle Planner, skill levels are called Tier Levels. If needed, check out the FOSPC information on Skill Levels on our club website at fospc.com. Our current skill levels are: 2.0 Beginner, 2.5 Beginner/Intermediate, 3.0 Intermediate, 3.25 Intermediate +, and 3.5+ Intermediate/Advanced. To play on the pickleball courts in Fountain of the Sun, you will need to comply with the mandate that “Green Zone paddles are the only paddles approved for use on the Fountain of the Sun pickleball courts.”
Registration and Membership
Membership dues for the FOSPC are $50. Drop off at the FOSPC Drop Box by Court #1. Note: registration is NOT complete until the $50 payment is received.
To register, reserve courts, and become a member, go to the FOSPC Pickle Planner website at Pickle Planner and create an account. Our club Pickle Planner is for FOS Owners/Renters.
Events & Fundraisers
Every year the Pickleball Club hosts a Dinner Dance Fundraiser in February – Keep a lookout for ticket sales (offered first to club members) at the FOSA Office. In conjunction with FOS Weekend of Fun, the Pickleball Club hosts a member-only Pickleball Tournament raising money for our community. This event usually takes place the end of February or beginning of March. At the end of the season Party at the Net is held at the end of March.
Meetings
The Pickleball Club typically meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6pm in the Poolside Room during the months November – March.
Club Leadership
President – Jerry Reese Email: president@fospc.com
Vice President – Colleen Nelson
Treasurer – Dave Christiansen
Secretary – Merry Jo Escher General
Questions can be sent to: info@fospc.com
CLUB FAQ's
What are Quiet Paddles and are they required?
Green Zone paddles are the only paddles approved for use on the Fountain of the Sun pickleball courts.
Yes, Quiet Paddles are required! In accordance with motion #6 from the FOSA Board of Directors meeting on December 15, 2021, ALL players will be required to use only “quiet paddles.” FOSPC has adopted the list of acceptable paddles from the Sun City Grand Pickleball Club found at: Green Zone Approved Paddle List. The Sun City Grand Pickleball Club maintains this approved list of “Green Zone” paddles. These paddles “fall within acceptable noise levels and are approved for use on the Sun City Grand Pickleball Courts” and in Fountain of the Sun.
How do I reserve court time?
To reserve court times on any of the three courts, players must create an account on Pickle Planner. The URL for FOSPC’s Pickle Planner website is: fospc.pickleplanner.com
FOSPC uses Pickle Planner for individuals to become a member of the FOSPC and for reserving court times. To get to the FOSPC Pickle Planner website, go to Pickle Planner and create an account. More information regarding Pickle Planner is provided on the Court Schedule & Reservations page.
Where can I get lessons?
If you are new to pickleball and would like to learn how to play the game, please come to Pickleball Court #1 on Sundays from 11 am – 1 pm per the pickleplanner.com schedule.
For questions, please contact Bill McCluskey (651-210-0163) or Bill Chamberlain (480-747-0644).
Where can I find out more about pickleball?
Where can I purchase equipment?
Reminder: Green Zone paddles are the only paddles approved for use on the Fountain of the Sun pickleball courts, so ensure the paddle you buy is from the Green Zone Approved Paddle List. The Pro Shop for golfers at FOS is selling pickleball paddles, balls and clothing. Check with the Pro Shop for details.
CLUB APP AND DUES
Club dues are $50 per year, per person.
To download the Pickle Planner app, go to https://fospc.pickleplanner.com.
CLUB RULES AND DOCS
General Documents
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