Cross Court Pickleball Newsletter – May 25, 2026
- Steve Skinner
- 5 days ago
- 4 min read
Things have been busy at Cross Court lately, and the energy on the courts has been great.
Thanks for continuing to play, compete, and support the club. Now let’s get into what’s happening this week.
LEAGUES CONTINUE THIS WEEK
League play has been awesome so far, and the level of play keeps improving every single week.
We’re already seeing:
• better teamwork
• smarter shot selection
• more confidence under pressure
• longer rallies
• stronger consistency
That’s exactly what leagues are designed to do.
Playing meaningful games every week against different styles and opponents forces improvement naturally and it’s been great watching players grow more comfortable and competitive each session.
If you haven’t jumped into a league yet, there are still upcoming opportunities at both Bedford and Dartmouth.
BEDFORD LEAGUES
Bedford Coached Novice Youth League
Mondays | 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
May 25 – June 15
Bedford Women’s 3.0++ Ladder
Tuesdays | 12:00 PM–2:00 PM
May 26 – June 16
Bedford Women’s 2.6–3.2 Ladder League
Fridays | 3:00 PM–5:00 PM
May 29 – June 19
Bedford Mixed 3.0+ League
Saturdays | 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
May 30 – June 20
Bedford 3.0–3.5 Mixed Doubles Team League
Fridays | 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
June 5 – June 26
Bedford Women’s Level 2 Novice (2.5–3.0)
Mondays | 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
June 8 – June 29
Bedford Women’s League 3.0–3.5
Thursdays | 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
June 11 – July 2
Bedford Level 2 Rec/Novice Mixed League (2.5–3.0)
Saturdays | 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
June 13 – July 4
Bedford Rec/Novice Women’s League (NR–2.5)
Wednesdays | 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
June 17 – July 8
DARTMOUTH LEAGUES
Dartmouth Women’s 2.6–3.2 League (Originally 3.0+)
Mondays | 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
May 25 – June 15
Dartmouth Coached Novice/Beginners League
Fridays | 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
May 29 – June 19
Youth Intermediate to Advanced (Ages 15 & Below) League
Saturdays | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
May 30 – June 20
Dartmouth Mixed 3.0–3.5 Teams League
Mondays | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
June 1 – June 22
Dartmouth Women’s 2.6–3.2 League
Tuesdays | 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
June 2 – June 23
Dartmouth Novice Women’s League (NR–2.5)
Fridays | 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
June 12 – July 3
Dartmouth Novice Women’s League (NR–2.5)
Wednesdays | 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
June 17 – July 8
COURT MAINTENANCE UPDATE
Over the past few days, we completed court touch-ups and resurfacing work at both Cross Court facilities as part of our ongoing efforts to keep the courts in great playing condition for our players.
With how much action our courts see every week through leagues, drop-ins, rentals, drills, and tournaments, regular maintenance is important to help maintain consistent play, better court conditions, and an overall great experience for everyone.
DROP-INS KEEP FILLING FAST
Drop-ins continue to be some of the most popular sessions at Cross Court and for good reason.
They’re one of the best ways to:
• get quality reps
• meet new players
• challenge different play styles
• build confidence
• improve consistency in real-game situations
Some of the best games every week happen during drop-ins.
As always, spots can fill quickly, especially evening sessions, so booking ahead through Mindbody is strongly recommended.
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+
Sat 9:00 AM – 3.0+
Sun 5:00 PM – 3.0+'
SKILLS & DRILLS
Playing games is important.
Drilling with purpose is what sharpens your game.
Our Skills & Drills sessions focus on:
• consistency
• transition play
• footwork
• positioning
• shot selection
• kitchen confidence
• resets and control under pressure
If you’re serious about improving, these sessions make a huge difference over time.
Current Sessions:
Bedford – Tuesdays at 5:00 PM
Dartmouth – Wednesdays at 9:00 AM
INTRO TO PICKLEBALL
Know someone interested in learning pickleball?
Our Intro sessions are designed specifically for beginners and are one of the easiest ways to get started in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
We cover:
• rules
• scoring
• positioning
• basic shots
• gameplay fundamentals
No equipment needed. Just sign up and show up.
Bedford:
Mondays | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Dartmouth:
Bi-weekly Thursdays | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Next session: June 4
PRIVATE COACHING
If you want to improve faster, private coaching is one of the best investments you can make in your game.
Whether you’re looking to improve consistency, strategy, mechanics, transition play, or overall confidence, our coaching team can help tailor sessions specifically to your goals.
Current Rates:
$60/hour – 1 player
$40/hour each – 2 players
$30/hour each – 3–4 players
To book:
MEMBERSHIP & REGISTRATION REMINDER
A reminder that all organized programming at Cross Court requires an active membership, including:
• leagues
• drop-ins
• Skills & Drills
• intro classes
• special events
Please also remember to register ahead of time before arriving at the facility.
Pre-registration helps us keep sessions organized, balanced, and running smoothly for everyone on court.
Get more details HERE!
We truly appreciate all of you who continue supporting Cross Court and helping grow such an awesome pickleball community.
See you on court.
— The Cross Court Pickleball Team
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