Cross Court Pickleball Newsletter – February 16

Cross Court isn’t built around rankings or results.

It’s built around consistency, respect, and showing up with the right attitude. We value competitive play and supportive environments, where players care just as much about how they compete as how they perform. That mindset is what allows players of all levels to share the court comfortably and enjoy the game.

We want to take a moment to reinforce what that standard means.

Pickleball is meant to bring people together. Every player deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued, on and off the court.

We ask everyone to:

• Speak to each other with kindness

• Be mindful of the impact of your words

• Support one another, especially when mistakes happen

• Help uphold the positive, inclusive culture we are proud of

Thank you to our community for helping maintain this standard and continuing to choose respect.

League Sub & DUPR Reminder

When arranging a sub, please ensure they are playing at the same level as the league they’re subbing into. If your league games are DUPR-rated, it’s also your responsibility to let your sub know ahead of time. This helps keep games fair, competitive, and transparent for everyone involved. Thank you for helping us maintain a great league experience!

Scent-Free Facility Reminder

Just a reminder that CrossCourt is a scent-free facility. To help keep our space comfortable and accessible for everyone, please avoid wearing perfumes, colognes, or heavily scented products while at the courts. Thank you for your understanding and for helping us create a welcoming environment for all

UPCOMING DARTMOUTH LEAGUES

Dartmouth Novice (Level 1) Any Gender League (2.5–3.0)

Sun Feb 22, 2026 – Mar 15, 2026

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Dartmouth Women’s 2.6–3.2 League (Originally 3.0+)

Mon Feb 23, 2026 – Mar 16, 2026

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Dartmouth Women’s 2.6–3.2 League (Originally 3.0+)

Wed Feb 25, 2026 – Mar 18, 2026

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Dartmouth (Level 2) 55+ Any Gender Novice League (2.5–3.0)

Mon Mar 02, 2026 – Mar 23, 2026

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Dartmouth Women’s 3.0–3.5 Teams League

Wed Mar 04, 2026 – Mar 25, 2026

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Dartmouth Coached Novice/Beginners League

Fri Mar 06, 2026 – Mar 27, 2026

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Youth Intermediate to Advanced League (Ages 15 & Below)

Sat Mar 07, 2026 – Mar 28, 2026

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

SIGNUP HERE!

UPCOMING BEDFORD LEAGUES

Bedford Rec/Novice Mixed League (Male Registration) 2.5–3.0

Sun Mar 01, 2026 – Mar 22, 2026

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Bedford Women’s 3.0++ Ladder

Tue Mar 03, 2026 – Mar 24, 2026

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Bedford Mixed 3.0+ League (Female Registration)

Sat Mar 07, 2026 – Mar 28, 2026

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Bedford Mixed 3.0+ League (Male Registration)

Sat Mar 07, 2026 – Mar 28, 2026

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

SIGNUP HERE!

Youth League – Bedford

We’re excited to continue our Coached Novice Youth League at Cross Court Bedford.

Bedford

Mondays starting Feb 23

6:00–7:00 PM

A fun, structured, coach-led environment focused on fundamentals, confidence, and game play. Perfect for beginner youth players looking to build skills the right way.

SIGNUP HERE!

Drop-Ins: How They Work

Drop-ins are flexible, level-based sessions you can join one at a time, no multi-week commitment required.

They’re ideal for:

• Getting extra reps

• Playing with a variety of partners

• Staying game-ready between leagues

• Meeting new players in an organized setting

Weekly Drop-Ins

Bedford

Tue 6:00 PM – Youth

Tue 7:00 PM – 3.0–3.5

Wed 6:00 PM – Rec/Novice

Thu 10:00 AM – 3.0–3.5

Fri 1:00 PM – 3.0+

Sat 10:00 AM – 3.0–3.5

Sun 5:00 PM – 3.5+

Dartmouth

Thu 6:00 PM – Rec/Novice

Thu 7:00 PM – 3.0+

Fri 9:00 AM – 3.0–3.5

Sat 9:00 AM – 3.0+

New Drop-In

Dartmouth – Sundays starting Feb 22

5:00–7:00 PM

SIGNUP HERE!

Skills & Drills

Structured, coach-led sessions focused on fundamentals, consistency, positioning, and game awareness. These sessions are designed to translate directly into better match play.

Bedford – Tuesday 5:00 PM (Beginner/Intermediate)

Dartmouth – Wednesday 9:00 AM

SIGNUP HERE!

New to Pickleball? Intro Sessions Every Week

We now offer Intro to Pickleball sessions weekly at both locations.

These 2-hour sessions cover rules, scoring, basic strokes, positioning, and how to confidently jump into your first games.

No experience needed. Paddles and balls provided, just bring indoor sneakers.

Bedford – Mondays | 7:00–9:00 PM

Dartmouth – Thursdays | 7:00–9:00 PM

SIGNUP HERE!

Private Coaching

Looking for faster improvement and personalized feedback?

Private and small-group coaching is available with Andre, Gaston, and Michael, great for refining strategy, shot selection, and preparing for leagues or rated play.

Rates:

$60/hr – 1 player

$40/hr per person – 2 players

$30/hr per person – 3–4 players

To book: info@crosscourtpickleball.ca

Follow Us on Facebook

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See you on the courts,

The Cross Court Team

P.S. A reminder we’ll never stop sharing: kindness matters. Whether someone is playing their first game or chasing their next level, encouragement and respect make a huge difference. Let’s keep Cross Court a place where everyone feels welcome, supported, and excited to play.

Choose kindness. Every time.