Okay so the picture above isn't at the 2011 Pickleball nationals in Buckeye Arizona, it is from our own tournament in Abbotsford last year. But it does show a local mens double pair who attempted to compete at the recent nationals. Local players Dave Touchet (far right) and Pickleball Canada Prez Colin Caldwell (far left) competed in the men's doubles 60+. Although they didn't win or place for a medal, they held their own, winning 3 sets until they were eliminated. Mark Friedenberg (creator of pro-lite paddles) & Alan Christiansen (creator of Spikes/ZZ2 paddles) eventually won the division.
Steve Wong (creator of S-type paddles) won 4 silvers in many different categories including the extremely rigorous 19+ mens singles.
Other notable locals that won medals are Carol Haworth (Abbotsford/Chilliwack) that won a bronze with her partner in the women's doubles 70+. Congratulations Carol from your friends in the Fraser valley!!!!!
If you're interested in all the results, check out the USAPA.com
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