November 1, 2021 – Pickleball is all the rage, and those with a passion for it will have the opportunity to “Play with the Pros” on Saturday, November 6, and receive tips to boost their game while providing support to the Flagler County Meals on Wheels program.
“This is a wonderful opportunity for beginner and advanced players to receive helpful tips from professional Pickleball players Robert and Jodi Elliott,” said Flagler County Senior Services Program Manager Joanne Hinkel. “The proceeds of the $5 ‘Challenge Tickets’ go to our Meals on Wheels program.”
“Play with the Pros” takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. as part of the “Active After 50 Expo!” being held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway Northeast – which is free of charge and offers free parking.
A variety of vendors focused largely on products and services to those over the age of 50 will provide information. There will also be live music and prize giveaways.
For enthusiasts of the sport of Pickleball, the “challenge” will be the highlight. According to the Pickleballcentral.com blogsite, Jodi won Bronze at the 2014 USAPA Nationals, Women’s Doubles 35-plus division with Lydia Willis, and Robert won Gold in Men’s Doubles 19-plus division with Kyle Yates, as well as Gold at the Tournament of Champions Men’s Singles Masters.
“And for those who play, their passion for their support will overflow into doing a good deed for our homebound seniors,” Hinkel said. “They can get an extra raffle entry for Pickleball paddles and gear by bringing a non-perishable food item that will be donated to Feeding Northeast Florida.”
In September, 35 volunteers delivered 1,940 meals to Flagler County residents through Meals on Wheels.
Senior Services also provides counseling, information and referrals, as well as an energy assistance program. Office hours are between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. First-time callers with questions about programs and services should call 386-586-2324, ext. 324.
Media Release: Flagler County, Julie Murphy, MPIO. Lacy Martin, Media Marketing Manager
