David Zapatka There’s something audacious about the name. Pickleball. Say it out loud. You can’t help but grin. It turns out that is exactly the point! Millions of people are discovering that a paddle, a whiffle-like ball, and a court the size of a badminton court can do something that gyms and wellness apps cannot.…
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August 2026, Sports
Catching Up With Wildhorse Lady Niners News
Betty Davis After an enjoyable Playday Scramble on June 10, the Wildhorse Lady Niners held their June Luncheon and Quarterly Meeting. Four players were recognized by Jamey Siefert, our resident Handicap expert, for having achieved their handicaps under slightly more difficult circumstances. Jamey stated, “It’s really admirable that they pursued getting their handicaps, especially since…
August 2026, Sports
Wildhorse Lady Niners Travel and Play in Style While Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday
Betty Davis For two years in a row in the month of July the Wildhorse Lady Niners have chosen the beautiful Bridlewood Golf Course as their travel day “go to” location. It is not hard to understand why with its challenging, well shaded and well manicured course, friendly staff, and beautiful surroundings. The shady areas…
August 2026, Sports
Oakmont Country Club Women Host WGA
The first of four travel golf events for the Women’s Golf Association (WGA) began in June with an enjoyable and memorable outing at the Oakmont Country Club. Each year, the women golfers of Oakmont and Robson’s WGA come together to play at each other’s courses. For this year’s event, Oakmont served as the host.…
August 2026, Sports
Improvements Continue at the Robson Ranch Bocce Complex
The Robson Ranch Bocce Club continues to work closely with the Robson Ranch HOA management to make our outstanding bocce facility even better. Several exciting improvement projects are either beginning or moving through the planning stages, all designed to enhance the playing experience and improve the long-term functionality of the courts. The first project began…
Sports, August 2026
Bocce Club Volunteers Prepare for Fall Season
While many Robson Ranch residents are enjoying the summer months, the Robson Ranch Denton Bocce Club Board and its committees are hard at work preparing for another successful fall season. Although much of their work happens behind the scenes, these dedicated volunteers are investing countless hours to ensure league play begins smoothly for the club’s…
Sports, August 2026
Play Your Best Pool: Using a Mirror to Sharpen Your Fundamentals
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool This article is inspired by Tom “Dr. Cue” Rossman and written by Steve Farmer. One of the most effective training tools in billiards is also one of the simplest: a mirror. Every morning, people use a mirror to check how they look and make small corrections in real time. If something…
Sports, August 2026
Summer Tennis Club Tournaments and Socials Draw Crowds
Ralph Berry It has been a busy summer of tennis for the Robson Ranch Tennis Club members. In addition to daily activities like pick-up play, drop-in times, ladies’ league play and various drill sessions, two exciting tournaments have been held. On May 30, Robson Ranch Tennis Club held a men’s doubles tournament. After multiple tie…