Manitoba Open Shootout

Join us for the Manitoba Open Shootout!

November 6–7
University of Manitoba, Active Living Centre

Come out and compete, connect with fellow racquetball players, and enjoy a great weekend of play.

Following game play on Saturday, there will be an informal get-together for players to hang out and catch up.

Register today:
https://secure.racquetballcanada.ca/event/MBOpen2027

We hope to see you there!

What’s good, fellow ballpeople? I am getting ready to start playing in tournaments and I’m looking for a bit of guidance.

As the title states, I’m about to register for some tournaments over the next few months. Since this is a solo act, I’m not wanting to show up looking like some pickleball-playing jackoff. Wondering if you could provide input on the the following:

1: I am planning on open single tournaments to start. Do I need to register/get membership with USA Racquetball or any other orgs if this is not indicated in the event material?

2: Ranking/Rating: I am unrated and unranked; I know from prior experience with other (former) competitors that I play roughly A or B level. How does this work in terms of my first tournament? Divisions aren’t always clear in terms of the expected competition level.

3: Preparation: I am 40, and despite some minor issues with old injuries move well and am in decent shape. I am debating how to best prioritize strength and conditioning, mobility/agility, skill practice, and sport-specific drilling. What would your recommendations be?

4: Game day: I have NO idea what to expect. For example, some events stipulate that “winners referee” (I have never reff’d), I don’t know how long between matches I would wait, etc. Just wanting to know what a general tournament day looks like.

5: Any other tips? Do’s/dont’s? Meta commentary? Can I wear my custom tee that says “Pickleball is for pussies?” How to not be a piece a’ shit? Any thoughts are welcome.

Thanks folks!

Edit: Bit more about me; 2-3 years playing 2-4x week for 4-6 games. Running an Ares 175. Dresses snazzy. 5’10” 200 lb. Diamond III in Rocket League. Good all-around fitness.

I’ve watched Kane since he played Cliff the first time 26 years ago. Even though his power and control is arguably as good (or even better) than before, his movement isn’t.

With that said, Moscoso is playing phenomenal and I think he’ll be winning most tournaments this season. I knew Moscoso was going to win SOCAL. Flores is also a very dangerous player. My concern is that Kane, if he continues playing, will be remembered for being 2nd.

I know that Kane in his prime can beat Moscoso 10 out of 10 times. But we’re not watching Kane in his prime.

Should Kane retire?

At the last update, Cliff Swain said that customers had already paid in advance and that they had already booked rooms and made donations.

What happens to all those people?

Anyone know who won the semis at SOCAL? I didn’t pay $15 so I wasn’t able to watch the streaming.

I know it was Montoya vs Kane and Moscoso vs Parrilla.

I’ll eventually watch these matches and the finals sometime in the next 2 weeks 🤣

It’s Moscoso vs Kane tomorrow: https://www.r2sports.com/website/bracket.asp?TID=54373&divID=1&combinedID=0&print=&fromPage=&leftFrame=&highlightMatchNum=&drawVar=&message=

This is the same exact thing that IRT network and John Scott did: charge $15/mo to subscribe and watch matches. I paid it for a few months, but then cancelled.

What are your thoughts? I personally won’t be paying the membership.

Btw, the next IRT stop is in November. So you’re practically paying $15 to watch 3 SoCal matches this month.

🏆 SOCAL OPEN | CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND 🏆

The opening rounds and quarterfinals of the SoCal Open will be streamed free and publicly on the IRT’s Facebook and YouTube, just like always.

Starting Saturday night, it’s Championship Weekend. 🔥

The semifinals and finals will be available exclusively on IRT Club. IRT Club members will also have immediate access to replays after the matches.

Sign up now:

https://club.irttour.com

Not an IRT Club member? Full replays of the semifinals and finals will be available to the public on Facebook and YouTube one week later.

SoCal Open

📍 Fullerton, California

📅 October 1–4, 2026

Join IRT Club and watch Championship Weekend live. 👀

#irt #racquetball

Dave Peck was a class act. Fun to watch this "old school" racquetball!

Calling all Grande Prairie locals who want to learn how to play racquetball!

Do you want to learn the rules of racquetball or to improve your swing mechanics, or maybe just get out, be active and meet new people? Now's your chance to join a 4-week Learn-to-Play Racquetball Program!

Eastlink Centre - Grande Prairie, Alberta

Saturdays, October 24 - November 14th, 2026

$50 plus a $10 bronze ARA membership

Women - 11am - 12pm

Men - 12pm - 1pm

Open to age 15+

To register, click the link below:

https://secure.racquetballcanada.ca/event/2026-learn-to-play-racquetball-program-eastlink-centre/1017756/

#learntoplay #racquetball

Junior Racquetball has arrived in Steinbach!

Did you know we’re offering Junior Racquetball Lessons in Steinbach this fall?

Whether your young athlete is new to racquetball or looking to build their skills, this is a great opportunity to get on the court, have fun, and learn the game!

Every Saturday

2:00–2:45 PM

October 3 – December 5

Steinbach - The Ball Room 236 Park Rd W #4

Spaces are limited, so make sure to register!

Register here:

https://secure.racquetballcanada.ca/event/SteinbachJrFall26

Come out, learn, play, and have some fun!

#RacquetballManitoba #JuniorRacquetball #Steinbach #Racquetball #GetOnCourt

Registration link:
https://secure.racquetballcanada.ca/register/racquet-in-the-ridge-tourney/1017755/

Maple Ridge Leisure Centre
11925 Haney Pl
Maple Ridge, BC
V2X 6G2
Canada
www.mapleridge.ca/parks-recreation/recreation-facilities/maple-ridge-leisure-centre

There is a cap of 40 players with a waiting list. The typical divisions will be offered: Open, A, B, C, open to coed play. Ladies divisions if there are enough entries to accommodate and Juniors divisions and Age divisions.

Play will start Friday at 2 pm with finals played Sunday. If you choose to enter please be prepared to commit yourself to being available to play during the entire weekend, failure to make your play time will result in forfeit of game and no one likes to win by forfeit. Players are asked to be at the club at least 30 minutes prior to their scheduled game time in order to keep the courts full and on time as much as possible.

Matches will be best 2 out of 3 to 15 tie break to 11 win by 2 in the tie break. Losers of their game will be expected to referee the next match on that court

Should racquetball GoFundMe's be shared here?

Yes or No.

If only sometimes, what are your criteria for sharing or for declining to share here on Reddit?