My Favorite Montclair Pickleball Memory

by Mylene Tenorio

My first time trying pickleball was in the summer of 2023. It all started with a simple text: "Hey, do you want to play pickleball?" From that day forward, I was hooked. I quickly found myself obsessed, posting on Facebook to see who else might be interested in playing, forming a group, and spending hours watching YouTube tutorials to improve my game.

As months went by, I kept wondering about taking a pickleball clinic. But I kept thinking, why spend the money when I could just learn everything online? Eventually, I realized that if I wanted to avoid developing bad habits, a clinic could be a great investment in my game. So, in January 2024, I finally gave in and signed up for a beginners clinic at Montclair Pickleball.

What made it even better was that the clinic was indoors, perfect for winter practice. It was the perfect way to refine my skills and keep playing through the colder months.

I was fortunate enough to meet two amazing coaches, David and Lena, and even luckier to sign up for the Advanced Beginners class with them. As I began my journey with Montclair Pickleball, I started to make friends who shared the same passion. We've kept in touch ever since that first clinic and continue to play together. The best part? In May of 2024, I finally convinced my husband to sign up for a clinic, and now he's just as hooked as I am!

So, invest in yourself, meet new people, and keep playing. Pickleball has truly become my happy place! Thank you, Montclair Pickleball, for helping me improve my game.