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A Hoot of a Tournament: The APP Tour - The Owl Newport Beach Open

A Hoot of a Tournament: The APP Tour - The Owl Newport Beach OpenPickleball enthusiasts witnessed an incredible week at The Owl Newport Beach Open from July 3-7, 2024. Jill Thyr and SKYblue Pickleball Co-Founder Shawn Berry took home bronze in the Mixed Doubles Skill: 5.0: 55+ division, despite it being their first time playing together. Congratulations to all the winners, including champions Robin Stenger & Ken Stone, and a special mention to Kristen Nagrani & James Gerson for their impressive second-place finish. This event was a true celebration of skill, sportsmanship, and the vibrant pickleball community.

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We are thrilled to welcome the incredible Julie Weston to the SKYblue Pickleball family as our sponsored Senior Pro Pickleball player!

🎉 Exciting News, Pickleball Lovers! 🎉We are thrilled to welcome the incredible Julie Weston to the SKYblue Pickleball family as our sponsored Senior Pro Pickleball player! 🥳 Julie's accomplishments are nothing short of legendary:🏆 Indiana University Tennis Team - Big 10 Champions🏆 US Open Tennis National Championships Mother-Daughter Doubles Winner🏆 Champions Pro Pickleball Tour Star🏆 Drafted by the NPL OKC Punishers🏆 Minority Owner of the MLP Chicago Slice & NPL🏆 Consultant for the NPL💪 Wife & Mom of 4 SuperstarsLiving her best life in Cincinnati, OH, Julie is the epitome of passion, skill, and inspiration. We're beyond excited to see her shine in SKYblue Pickleball's fashion-forward gear, infused with chic European vibes from our Rome Fashion Design roots.Let’s give Julie...

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Skyblue Pickleball Announced as official League-Wide Team Uniform and Merchandise Designer for NPL™

NPL Pickleball™ and Skyblue Pickleball Collaborate for Inaugural Season Success The National Pickleball League, LLC (NPL Pickleball™), in a significant move, has partnered with Skyblue Pickleball as the exclusive "Official Team Uniform Provider" for its debut season. Co-founded by Beth Bellamy, a top-rated Champions/Sr Pro women's player, the collaboration promises an exceptional season with meticulously designed uniforms reflecting each team's unique character.Skyblue Pickleball's commitment goes beyond uniforms, extending to managing the "Official NPL Merchandise" portal for fans at www.nplpickleball.store. The platform allows fans to showcase team allegiance, enhancing the overall fan experience. With contemporary aesthetics and advanced performance materials, Skyblue's uniforms stand out.As the inaugural season unfolds, the regular season finale is set for September 15-17 in San Antonio, Texas,...

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