About Us

History

The Sunshine Coast Pickleball Association was formed by Karen Renfrew, Dennis Regnier and Lin Buckler in 2009. With the help of others a level play program was developed and brought to the Coast. At that time the level play concept was unique to the Sunshine Coast. There isn't a better way for players of equal ability to improve their skills and play in a competitive, yet fun, environment. Subsequently the organization was incorporated as an association under the provincial society act.

Future

Several members have asked whether we are working on establishing a permanent pickleball facility. The answer is "yes". In Fall 2019 we launched our campaign to build a dedicated, year-round, pickleball facility on the Sunshine Coast. Covid-19 interrupted our campaign but in Spring 2023 we relaunched our proposal. In january 2024 we began negotiations on a new site on the Coast. Details

Executive & Directors

President: Brian Chipman

Past President: Ross Miller

Vice President: Ted Bentley

Secretary: Michael Jackson

Treasurer: Carolyne Oughton

Directors at Large:
Carol Mollerup
James Adam
Cheryl Linsley
Bruce Fraser

Committee Chairs

Communications & PR: Bruce Fraser

Player Development: Cheryl Linsley

New Facilities: Ted Bentley
Operations: Brian Chipman
Events: Ross Miller