Locals win medals in pickleball

NORTH COUNTY – The second annual California State Senior Games for Pickleball were held from May 31 to June 3 at Melba Bishop Community Center in Oceanside. Over 130 players from as far as Colorado, Idaho, Washington, Arizona came to enjoy a very successful tournament at the eight newly dedicated pickleball courts.

Pickleball growth has exploded in San Diego County and residents can now play pickleball every day of the week somewhere in San Diego County. A total of 32 gold, 26 silver, and 20 bronze medals were won by local players. Bob Youngren, a top nationally ranked player, won four g...