David Zapatka Have you noticed how often people are hitting lobs these days or is it just me? Think SMASH! The overhead smash is one of the most satisfying and effective shots in pickleball. When executed well, it can end a rally immediately or put your opponents on the defensive. However, many players struggle with…
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March 2026, Sports
Play Your Best Pool: The Parallel Between Shooting a Gun and Shooting Pool
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool Whether you’re standing behind a firearm or leaning over a pool table, the act of “taking a shot” has more in common than most people realize. Both activities require discipline, alignment, body control, and mental focus. However, the most revealing similarity lies in the reasons people miss their shots. In both…
March 2026, Sports
RRWGA Celebrates 2025, Installs Newly Elected Officers
Valerie O’Neal The Robson Ranch Women’s Golf Association (WGA) finished the 2025 season with a celebratory brunch, complete with great food and impressive awards. The annual event ended with the installation of the newly elected 2026 officers. Awards were given to the following members: • Gale Hicks and Connie Metzler for their holes-in-one in 2025.…
March 2026, Sports
Bocce Club Begins to Roll Out Spring Season on New Courts
Lorraine Wilson Excitement is building as the Bocce Club prepares for its Spring Leagues, marking the first outdoor season to be played on the new bocce courts. With practices already underway and court reservations seeing steady use, the transition into the spring season is off to a smooth start. One notable change has been the…
March 2026, Sports
Tennis Club Elects 2026 Officers and Starts Spring Play
Ralph Berry The Robson Ranch Tennis Club gathered in mid-February, with warm weather and sunny courts of spring on everyone’s mind. The first order of business was elections for open positions on the board. New and continuing officers are John Pantano, president; Susan Hoover, vice president; Lana Doggett, treasurer; Dianne Dugan, secretary; and Jake Mackie,…
March 2026, Sports
Drop-In Tennis at Robson Ranch
Tamsie Irvan Are you new to Robson Ranch? Or not so new? Want to get back into tennis? Meet new friends? The perfect time is now at our Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday Drop-In play. It’s at 1 p.m. It’s co-ed play. We have a great time. Sign up on GroupSpot or call Tamsie at…
March 2026, Sports
A New Year and New Season for Wildhorse Lady Niners
Betty Davis According to Cyndi Lauper, “Girls just want to have fun!” That is why they turned out for the Wildhorse Lady Niners’ (WLN) season Kick-Off meeting on Feb. 12. Because it was so close to Valentine’s Day, participants were encouraged to wear red, and they did not disappoint. The view from the podium was…