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Pickleball Details
Pickleball at St. Mary Magdalene is a fun and welcoming way to stay active, build community, and enjoy friendly competition. Whether you’re new to the game or an experienced player, we invite you to join us on the court.
All participation is organized through scheduled sessions and guided by parish staff and volunteers to ensure a safe, structured, and enjoyable experience for everyone.
To participate, all players must complete a registration form. This includes acknowledgment of program guidelines, our code of conduct, and required parish policies. Once registered, you’ll receive updates on scheduling, play times, and program details through email and the parish website.
We’re glad you’re here, and we look forward to seeing you on the court.
NOTE: Completion of the new registration form (link below) is required for all players. Effective April 1, 2026, all previously submitted forms are considered void.
All participation is organized through scheduled sessions and guided by parish staff and volunteers to ensure a safe, structured, and enjoyable experience for everyone.
To participate, all players must complete a registration form. This includes acknowledgment of program guidelines, our code of conduct, and required parish policies. Once registered, you’ll receive updates on scheduling, play times, and program details through email and the parish website.
We’re glad you’re here, and we look forward to seeing you on the court.
NOTE: Completion of the new registration form (link below) is required for all players. Effective April 1, 2026, all previously submitted forms are considered void.
General Information
Scheduled Participation
Session Responsibilities
Court Guidelines
To maintain a safe and respectful environment:
Use of pickleball courts is under the authority of the St. Mary Magdalene Athletics Ministry. No outside instruction, private lessons, or independently organized play is permitted unless explicitly approved.
Scheduled Participation
- All pickleball participation at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church is organized through scheduled sessions and conducted under the guidance of parish staff and authorized volunteers. This ensures a safe, structured, and enjoyable experience for all participants.
- For current court availability and scheduling, please contact [email protected].
- There is no open gym time. Play is permitted only during scheduled sessions. Players may not access or use the courts outside of designated times.
- All participants must have a completed registration form, which includes a waiver, on file prior to playing.
- Participants must be 18 or older to participate. Contact [email protected] for youth events.
- All participants are expected to follow the direction of parish staff and volunteers at all times. The Athletics Ministry reserves the right to deny or remove participation at its discretion.
Session Responsibilities
- Participants share responsibility for the proper setup and care of the facility:
> Players assigned to the first match(es) of a session are responsible for setup, which may include preparing courts or assisting with transitions from prior activities.
> Players in the final match(es) are responsible for teardown and cleanup, including storing equipment, sweeping courts, and preparing the gym for its next use. - If you arrive and are unsure about setup or teardown responsibilities, please contact the Facilities Director or Athletic Director before proceeding.
Court Guidelines
To maintain a safe and respectful environment:
- No food or beverages are permitted on the courts.
- Do not bring chairs or heavy objects onto the courts.
- Proper athletic attire is required, including non-marking athletic shoes. Sandals, boots, or open-toed shoes are not permitted.
- Players must provide their own paddles and balls.
- Courts must be vacated promptly at the end of each session. Remove all personal items and trash.
- Racquet throwing, profanity, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
- Good sportsmanship is expected at all times.
- Do not use gym walls as backstops.
- Any damage to parish property or failure to follow these guidelines may result in loss of participation privileges.
Use of pickleball courts is under the authority of the St. Mary Magdalene Athletics Ministry. No outside instruction, private lessons, or independently organized play is permitted unless explicitly approved.
