RACQUETS | LIEZEL HUBER, DIRECTOR OF RACQUETS AND SPORTS
Dearest Members, They say time flies as you get older… and Winter certainly felt like it lasted forever! But now, Spring is here — bringing warmer weather, outdoor racquet sports, and a countdown to Summer. As block bookings come to a close, don’t worry—exciting events like Pickleball leagues, the Philly Cup, and the Wilmington Cup are all kicking off in April. Be sure to register for Ladies Cup Prep, starting April 9th. This year, we’ve added a new evening camp to the mix! Plus, mark your calendars for the Ladies' Opening Day Champagne Breakfast on April 16th. Fun Fact: The US Open bus trip is scheduled for Wednesday, August 27th. Reserve your seat on Foretees! Pickleball is taking over, and it’s more fun than ever! Mark your calendar for the annual Mixed Member/Member on April 27th. With its growing popularity, we’re focused on keeping up with demand and helping you improve your skills. Don’t miss out on the Monthly Pass — it gives you access to as many Cardio and Clinics as you want in June. Congratulations on another successful Paddle season! A special shout-out to the newly decorated Paddle Hut, which is looking fantastic. Be sure to plan your next racquet-themed party with us! And join us on Wednesday, April 23rd, for Bocce's Opening Night. If you can’t make it, we’ll see you in the Pub afterward! Summer Camp is just 10 weeks away, so sign-ups are filling up quickly. Register online or email us with any questions. National Fitness Week (May 5-9th) is coming soon! We're turning National Fitness Day into a weeklong celebration, featuring lucky draws, an open house, nutrition and exercise tips, plus light refreshments. Last month, I had the privilege of visiting Congressional Country Club in DC and participated in an exhibition match in Brooklyn. These experiences remind me how lucky we are to have world-class facilities here at WCC.
MONTHLY RACQUET TIPS FROM THE PROS Pickleball: Keep Your Opponents Back Just as your goal is to get to the kitchen as quickly as possible, you should try to keep your opponent’s back toward their baseline for as long as possible. This will force them to hit shots that are more difficult and out of their comfort zone. Here are a few ways to do this: Hit your serves deep and as close to the baseline as possible Return serves with arc and as deep as possible so your opponent has to wait longer for the bounce before they can return it. This will also give you time to get to the kitchen line and go on the offensive sooner. Continue to hit the player who is further back in the pickleball court, aiming at their feet. Occasionally try a faster-paced serve, maybe with spin to catch your opponent off guard. Be sure you’ve practiced this before trying it in a pickleball match. If you can successfully keep or force your opponent’s back, you'll be in a much better position to win the rally. If you have any questions, please email Vgiannaccini@wilmingtoncc.com PICKLEBALL The 4.0+ league starts on Wednesday, April 16th, and the evening 3.0 and 3.5 Interclub league starts on Monday, May 5th! Please email Vgiannaccini@wilmingtoncc.com if you would like to join. SUMMER CAMP Summer Camps are officially OPEN for registration! Forget those humdrum days of staring at screens; we're talking about a summer bursting with epic adventures and unforgettable memories. Click here to view our 2025 Summer Camp Booklet!
Happy Spring, and I look forward to seeing you soon!
Liezel Huber
Upcoming Events April 16 - Ladies Cup Opening Day
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Upcoming Events
April 5 - Pickleball Camp April 27 – Mixed Member/Member April 29 - Pickleball Social
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