Armstrong Pickleball Club

11/13/2025

Get Tournament Tough with Shawnee Harle — prepare for Armstrong Blizzard Bash 2025

In preparation for the Armstrong Blizzard Bash 2025, we’re excited to share a conversation we recently had with Shawnee Harle — an extraordinary coach, two-time former Olympian, and friend of our club. Shawnee has worked with Armstrong Pickleball Club and she brings unmatched insight, elite coaching tools, and a powerful approach to the mental side of the game.

Her newest workshop, “Tournament Tough: The Mental Edge,” is designed to help players develop confidence, clarity, and courage under pressure. After speaking with her, we believe this session will be a game-changer for anyone preparing to compete — not just in how you play, but in how you show up.

At Armstrong Pickleball Club, we are committed to growing players into their athletic capacity and also, the most courageous version of themselves on the court. Skill matters, but mindset is just as important. As one of my favourite coaches, James Johnson, always reminds us:

“Be cool. Stay calm and Relax. ”

If you’re interested in joining the Tournament Tough session but price is a barrier in any way, please reach out. We’re more than happy to support you privately — no questions asked.

Let’s step into our tournament stronger, steadier, and mentally ready. 💪

Go to: Shawneeharle.com

Choose shop - select Tournament Tough: The mental edge for Pickleball.

Cost: $39.00

Paddles up! - Jenn

11/07/2025

❄️ The Armstrong Blizzard Bash is heating up (even if the name says otherwise)!❄️

Registration’s rolling in fast, and we couldn’t be more excited!

Need a hand setting up or wondering what a sanctioned tournament is like? Shoot us a message — we’ve got you covered.

We really want our Armstrong members and friends to show up strong and represent — this is our moment to shine! 💪

Let’s make our first ever sanctioned tourney one to remember — everyone’s welcome, and we can’t wait to see you on the courts! 💥

11/06/2025

❄️ ❄️Armstrong Blizzard Bash! ❄️❄️

Registration opens tomorrow at 10 AM — don’t miss your chance to join the fun!

☕ Jenn will be at Boulevard Coffee from 9 AM – 12 PM to help get everyone signed up!

Nobody knows how fast it’ll fill… so grab a coffee, say hi, and get your name on the list early!

11/04/2025

If you need help setting up your DUPR or pickleball.com account for the tournament this December…. I will be at the Boulevard coffee shop in Armstrong from 1-4tomorrow. Please bring a cell phone or your laptop as you will need to verify your email when we set it up.

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11/02/2025

🎃🥇 BREAKING: the Armstrong Slinky King of the court Halloween pickleball “Oscars” have spoken...

Lisa & Cari just swept Best Performance for their character work at the APC, they were so committed to the court of chaos. The bold, brave and slightly unhinged players STILL aren’t sure if it was, an end to a friendship or supernatural method acting.

Costumes? 10/10
In-character improv? 11/10
Ability to stay dead-serious while the play never stopped 12/10

Send a message to learn more

11/01/2025

🎃 Spooktacular Fundraiser Recap! 👻

What a frightfully fun Halloween night on the courts! With the Mad Banker at the helm (and gleefully collecting “fines”), our brave pickleball players faced some truly ghoulish challenges — from playing while holding hands, to gripping paddles from the wrong end, and even shuffling around like full-on zombies! 🧟‍♀️🧟‍♂️

The laughter was contagious, the penalties were relentless, and the Mad Banker’s rulebook grew more chaotic by the minute. But through all the eerie teamwork and haunted hilarity, our pickleball crew managed to raise a spine-tingling $500 toward our Christmas Hamper Project! 🎁✨

Huge thanks to everyone who embraced the madness, the mayhem, and the mission — proof that even in the creepiest conditions, our community spirit shines bright!

11/01/2025

11/01/2025

10/30/2025

🎃👑 There’s Still Room in the Kingdom! 👑🎃

Think you’ve got what it takes to rule the court? Think again…

Join us for Halloween Armstrong: Slinky King of the Court — a deviously twisted fundraiser where your skill might help you… but your cash, cunning, and chaos will get you crowned. 💸👻

💀 Bring $15 to play in this malicious Pickleball showdown.

😈 Jenn, our wicked Master of Ceremonies, will control your fate (and your bank).

🎲 Each round ends with a draw from the Bowl of Trickery & Foolery — you might dance the Thriller, play left-handed, or swap courts with your mortal enemy.

🎭 Costumes HIGHLY encouraged! The wilder, the better. Who knows… a clever disguise might just save you from doom.

Spots are vanishing faster than a vampire in daylight — grab yours now before the kingdom closes its gates! 🕸️👑

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Register online and see you tomorrow….or comment below that you want in. 🔥🔥

10/26/2025

❄️11 more days until Registration opens for the Armstrong Blizzard Bash! ❄️

Join us for our first Pickleball Canada–sanctioned tournament — featuring options for every kind of player.

☃️Soft Tournament Division December 12th: Perfect for players who prefer a quieter, sensory-friendly environment or want to ease into competition at their own pace.

🔥 Saturday Night MLP Special: Expect high-energy fun, great rally action, and an unforgettable team vibe!

Don’t miss out — register now and be part of this milestone event.

Questions? Comment below or send us a message!

Register at: Pickleball.com (formerly brackets)

**If you do not have a pickleball.com account or a DUPR account, we will be setting up a workshop to assist members in obtaining both. Please message us that you’re interested in this. 😎💫

10/25/2025

Workshop Reflection: Lessons from Shawnee Harle

What an incredible workshop!

Shawnee walked us through some of the most powerful elements of not just playing better Pickleball—or any sport—but also showing up more fully as a human being.

We learned that no one can reject you unless you reject yourself first. That judgment is jail, and forgiveness is freedom. While some of this might sound a little “get on the couch” at first, it’s remarkably relevant to sports and competition.

Shawnee challenged us to handle mistakes without judgment—to even ‘celebrate’ them. She reminded us that growth happens when we can say, “That’s OK,” and move on. Recognize your down thoughts, then Shift.

We also explored the difference between good anger and bad anger, and how learning to channel emotion with purpose can elevate our game and our mindset.

This shift in mental toughness, attitude, and approach doesn’t just change how you play—it changes how you show up.

We highly recommend this course and Shawnee Harle’s work to anyone who wants to build confidence, resilience, and genuine joy—on and off the court.