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USSP MEMBER NEWSLETTER
March 2026 / Vol. 013 |
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From Our President - What's New | |
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| Dear USSP Members,
I’m pleased to share an exciting step forward for our organization, the launch of our new USSP website. This platform is designed to better connect our community, highlight our programs, and provide easier access to events, information, and resources for players across the country.
I would also like to recognize the outstanding achievements of our National Points Award winners. Your dedication, performance, and sportsmanship set the standard for excellence within our sport and inspire players at every level. |
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Our Championship Tournament Series continues to showcase the highest level of competition in USSP. These events bring together top senior athletes from across the nation and reflect the passion and commitment that define our membership and the sport we love.
Equally important is the growth of grassroots events. Local leagues, recreational play, and community programs are the foundation of our sport. Your enthusiasm and participation are what make USSP vibrant and welcoming to new players.
Thank you for your continued support, commitment, and love of the game. I look forward to seeing you on the courts and online as we build the future of US Senior Pickleball together. Sincerely,
Tony Schneider USSP President |
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Ambassador Spotlight - John Hamilton |
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Thank You to our USSP Superstar Ambassadors |
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We are extremely grateful for the many USSP Ambassadors who generously donate their time and energy to share their love of pickleball with seniors around the country.
The following USSP Ambassadors went above and beyond in 2025, helping grow membership and creating lasting grassroots senior pickleball events for their local communities: |
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John Hamilton, AZ
Julie Germann, MO Jack Varuso, LA Barbara Tyrrell, VA
Helen White, VA |
| Skye Edwards, TX Shurdena Evans, MO Sherry Roden, OK Jim Laws, AL Bob Snyder, CO |
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Congratulations to our 2025 USSP Points Award Winners! |
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We are pleased to announce the 2025 USSP Points Award Winners, who through their distinguished competition rose to the highest rankings of USSP's senior pickleball athletes. The award winners received Pickleball Central gift certificates.
To see the complete list of award winners, click here. |
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Punch Your Ticket to 2026 USSP Nationals |
Our 2026 USSP National Championships presented by Humana will be at Palm Creek Resort in Casa Grande, AZ Nov. 30-Dec. 5 (six days this year to allow for more players!) and we'll hold over a dozen Regional and Zone Championships leading up to Nationals.
Non-USSP members can play in USSP Regional Championships but players must be USSP members to play in the USSP Zone Championships and the USSP National Championships.
Medalists at Zone Championships will receive first priority to register for Nationals and medalists at Regional Championships will receive second priority to register for Nationals; after that registration for Nationals will be open to all USSP members. |
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Humana/USSP Senior Brand Ambassador Grassroots Program Highlights |
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Are You Receiving Your Discounts? |
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As a USSP member, you are eligible to receive a $10 discount on registration fees for all USSP tournaments. To receive your discount, you need to link your USSP account with your Pickleball.com account.
Learn more here and watch a video explaining how to link your accounts.
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Even if you don't plan to play in a USSP tournament, membership funds are a primary source of support for the growth of other types of pickleball events for seniors around the country. Our ever growing event calendar is expanding this year to include league play, more social round robins and other events. We hope you appreciate the benefits of USSP membership and when you renew will consider upgrading to a 3-yr, 5-yr or lifetime option.
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Make a Contribution to Benefit the Senior Pickleball Community |
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Your tax deductible donation supports USSP's mission to grow pickleball for seniors by keeping grassroots event costs free or low and offering affordable senior-focused tournaments. Learn more. |
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| Follow our social channels to stay informed of USSP events and news. |
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