Thanks to contributions, memberships and volunteers.

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 In 2024 HPBA accomplishments include:

• Worked with Hastings Parks Department to improve facilities at Roadside Park including:

  • Implemented the paddle rack system to assist with open play​

  • Added court dividers to prevent balls from rolling into other courts

  • Added windscreens to improve play

  • Added medical equipment to the courts to improve player safety

  • Improved bathroom facilities

  • Added electrical outlets to support court maintenance e.g. blowers to remove debris

  • Helped organize summer and fall leagues

• Organized first annual Rivertown Days pickleball tournament​

• Facilitated morning open play with up to 60 players attending in the morning

• HPBA members organized round robin tournaments on Fridays and Saturdays

• Worked with the YMCA and Community Ed to create winter play opportunities

In 2025 HPBA accomplishments include:

• Added Picnic Tables, Umbrellas and Benches at Roadside Court

• Added Storage Shed at Roadside Courts

• Newly custom painted electrical box at the court entrance

• Tennis Shoe Reclamation Program-we sent 100’s of pairs of tennis shoes to a program that separates good shoes for those in need from junk shoes that get recycled for another use.

• Facilitated Play Time Scheduler app for flexible player time scheduling. 

• Continued City organized leagues and tournaments

• Offered monthly Round Robins for adults and young players

• Held Youth Pickleball clinic outdoors.

• Added a Spring Dink Off-Outdoor season kick off event and a Fall Tournament

• Worked with Parks department to improve lighting at Roadside Park​

• Organizing more winter play opportunities.