Cross Court Pickleball Newsletter – June 8, 2026
- Steve Skinner
- 6 days ago
- 5 min read
Summer has officially arrived, and while many players are taking advantage of outdoor courts, cottages, vacations, and beautiful weather, we’re still here providing a reliable place to play, improve, and stay connected with the pickleball community.
Indoor pickleball offers something outdoor play can’t always guarantee, consistent court conditions, no weather interruptions, and a scheduled game every week.
Whether you’re looking to keep your skills sharp or simply get out for some fun exercise, we’d love to see you on court.
SHOW YOUR CROSS COURT PRIDE
Looking to represent Cross Court both on and off the court?
Our Cross Court merchandise store is now open and stocked with a variety of apparel perfect for pickleball players and supporters alike.
Available items include:
• T-Shirts• Tank Tops• Shorts• Hoodies
Whether you're looking for something comfortable to play in or a cozy hoodie for those cooler mornings and evenings, we've got you covered.
Check out the full collection and place your order here:
Thank you for supporting Cross Court, we love seeing our community sporting the logo around town and on the courts!
LEAGUE ETIQUETTE REMINDER
To help leagues run smoothly and ensure everyone gets the maximum amount of court time, we kindly ask all players to arrive 5–10 minutes before their scheduled start time.
This allows enough time to check in, find your court, warm up, and be ready to play when league begins.
While we understand that occasional delays happen, late arrivals have become more common recently and can impact the experience for everyone else.
League coordinators and players may wait up to 5 minutes for a missing player. After that, matches may begin without them to keep the schedule on track.
Thank you for helping us keep leagues running efficiently and respectfully for all participants.
SUMMER LEAGUES
Several leagues are currently underway, and a few still have limited space available with pro-rated pricing.
Bedford Leagues
Women’s Level 2 Novice (2.5–3.0)
Mondays | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
June 8 – June 29
Women’s 3.0+ League
Tuesdays | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
June 9 – June 30
Women’s 3.0–3.5 League
Thursdays | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
June 11 – July 2
Mixed Doubles Team League (3.0–3.5)
Fridays | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
June 5 – June 26
Mixed League (2.5–3.0)
Saturdays | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
June 13 – July 4
Rec/Novice Women’s League (NR–2.5)
Wednesdays | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
June 17 – July 8
Rec/Novice Mixed League (2.5–3.0)
Sundays | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
June 21 – July 12
2.6–3.2 Women’s League (Non-Rated)
Mondays | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
June 22 – July 13
Coached Novice Youth League
Mondays | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
June 22 – July 13
Women’s 2.6–3.2 Ladder League
Fridays | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
June 26 – July 17
Dartmouth Leagues
Women’s 2.6–3.2 League
Tuesdays | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
June 9 – June 23
*pro-rated, email to signup!
Coached Novice/Beginners League
Fridays | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
June 12 – July 3
Novice Women’s League (NR–2.5)
Fridays | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
June 12 – July 3
Novice Any Gender League (2.5–3.0)
Sundays | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
June 14 – July 5
Novice Women’s League (NR–2.5)
Wednesdays | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
June 17 – July 8
Mixed Team League (3.0–3.5)
Wednesdays | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
June 17 – July 8
Women’s 2.6–3.2 League (Originally 3.0+)
Mondays | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
June 22 – July 13
Youth Intermediate to Advanced League (Ages 15 & Under)
Saturdays | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
June 27 – July 18
INTRO TO PICKLEBALL
Know someone who’s been curious about pickleball but hasn’t taken the plunge?
Our Intro to Pickleball classes are designed specifically for new players and cover everything needed to get started.
Bedford
Mondays | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Dartmouth
Thursdays | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (bi weekly, next one June 18)
WEEKLY DROP-INS
Whether you're looking to get some extra games in, meet new players, or simply enjoy a few hours on the court, our drop-ins offer a flexible and fun way to play throughout the week.
Bedford
YouthTuesdays | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
3.0–3.5Tuesdays | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Rec/NoviceWednesdays | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
3.0–3.5Thursdays | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
3.0+Fridays | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
3.0–3.5Saturdays | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
3.5+Sundays | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Dartmouth
Rec/NoviceThursdays | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
3.0+Thursdays | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
3.0+Saturdays | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
3.0+Sundays | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Booking ahead through Mindbody is strongly recommended.
SKILLS & DRILLS
Great players don't just play games—they practice with purpose.
Our Skills & Drills sessions are designed to help players build confidence, improve consistency, and develop the habits that lead to long-term success on the court. Sessions focus on:
-Consistency and ball control
-Footwork and court movement
-Transition zone play
-Dinking and resets
-Court positioning
-Decision-making under pressure
Current Sessions
BedfordTuesdays | 5:00 PM
DartmouthWednesdays | 9:00 AM
PRIVATE COACHING
Looking to take the next step in your game?
Private coaching provides personalized instruction tailored to your goals, helping you improve faster by focusing on the areas that will make the biggest impact on your performance.
Rates
• $60/hour – 1 player
• $40/hour each – 2 players
• $30/hour each – 3–4 players
To book a lesson, email:
Photo Contest Winner Announcement!
We’ve loved seeing all the photos shared in our Facebook group. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this contest so fun.
After tallying the combined likes and comments, we’re excited to announce that our winner is…
Tanya Boudreau!
Tanya’s “Cross Court’s First Promposal?!” photo captured plenty of attention and engagement from our community, earning the highest combined total of likes and comments.
Congratulations, Tanya! You have won a $50 credit to your Cross Court play account.
Thank you again to everyone who entered. We loved seeing your on-court moments, and who knows… there may be another photo contest in the future!
MOVING FROM SWISH TO PICKLEHEADS
As many of you have already noticed, we’re in the process of transitioning our leagues from Swish to Pickleheads.
This change was made due to a number of ongoing issues we were experiencing with Swish, and we believe Pickleheads will provide a smoother and more reliable experience for our players moving forward.
Instruction sheets have been posted at both facilities to help make the transition as easy as possible. If you’re new to Pickleheads, don’t worry, it should be fairly straightforward to navigate once you’ve had a chance to explore it.
We appreciate everyone’s patience as we work through this transition. As with any new system, there may be a few bumps along the way, but we’re confident this will be a positive change for our community.
RAINY DAYS? THINK CROSS COURT
One thing we know about summer in Atlantic Canada is that the weather doesn’t always cooperate.
When outdoor courts are wet, windy, or cancelled, remember that our indoor courts are always ready for play.
Keep us in mind the next time the forecast changes!
THANK YOU
Thank you for continuing to support Cross Court. Whether you’re playing in leagues, attending drop-ins, taking lessons, or introducing someone new to the sport, you’re helping grow the pickleball community every day.
We look forward to seeing you on court soon!
The Cross Court Team
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