Ludington Area Pickleball
Ludington Area Pickleball Club
The Ludington Area Pickleball Club is a group of dedicated pickleball players who are committed to promoting the sport in the Ludington area. They raised funds to convert the Oriole Field tennis courts into pickleball courts and continue to support the court maintenance. The club facilitates public play, organizes league games, hosts an annual tournament, and welcomes players of all skill levels to join in the fun! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, the pickleball courts at Oriole Field is a great place to meet other players and enjoy the game.
LAP Members Save-The-Dates
LAP Board Meeting: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. at 107 S. Harrison Street, Ludington (Ludington Area Center for the Arts)
LAP Ladies' Round-Robin: Every Wednesday (3.5+) and Thursday (3.0) at 12:30 p.m.
July Ladder League starts: Wednesday, July 10 (Register: https://forms.gle/oiuFeULwfe9bjo939)
Monthly Potluck: Monday, July 22 at 12:30 p.m.
Ludington / Pentwater Challenge: Wednesday, August 7 at the Oriole Field courts
Register for the Ludington Pickleball Classic: September 6 - 8 https://pickleballbrackets.com/ptd.aspx?eid=69262635-3ece-49ab-8c22-d4ddab288128
Ludington Pickleball Outdoor Courts
Located in Oriole Park on the corner of West Tinkham Avenue and Lakeshore Drive.
Ludington has 8 well-maintained public courts, three blocks from the crystal waters of Lake Michigan and Stearns Park Beach.
Nets are up, weather-depending, from April to November.
Every Day 9am-Noon
You do not need to bring a group. Everyone is able to join in games.
Rotation is used left to right in the paddle holders on the East side of the courts.
After every game, all players are to leave the courts.
All levels are welcome to play!
Every day Noon-9pm
Bring your own group to play games.
If the courts are full and people are waiting to play, you must exit the court after playing a game and begin paddle rotation.
Reserved Courts
Courts 1 - 6 are reserved for FREE Community Lessons
June
6 - 8 p.m. on Tuesdays
Courts 1 - 6 are reserved for league play
MAY and July
Noon - 8 p.m. on Wednesdays
Noon - 3 p.m. on Thursdays
June and August
Noon - 3 p.m. on Wednesdays
Noon - 8 p.m. on Thursdays
No-Play Times
Saturday, June 8, 9a.m. - 5 p.m. (Member Mixer)
Wednesday, August 7 from 5 - 9 p.m. (Pentwater Challenge)
September 6, 7, 8 (Ludington Classic Tournament)
LAP Ladder League
July - Wednesdays (10, 17 24, & 31)
August - Thursdays (1, 8. 15, & 22 )
FINALS - Thursdays, August 29
Courts 1 - 6 are reserved from 3:30 - 8 p.m. on Wednesdays in May and July, and Thursdays in June and August
LAP Ladies' Round Robin
Wednesdays for 3.5+ Players at 12:30 p.m.
Thursdays for 3.0 Players at 12:30 p.m.
Courts 1 - 6 are reserved from 12:30 - 3 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays
LAP volunteers played pickleball in the Freedom Festival Grand Parade!
The Ludington Area Pickleball Club participated for the second consecutive year in the Ludington Area Jaycees Freedom Festival Parade on July 4th. The club members showcased their skills and enthusiasm by playing pickleball down Ludington Avenue. This fun and engaging display aimed to promote the sport of pickleball and encourage community involvement. Way to go!!
New members can join LAP at any time of the year!
LAP members can still pay dues for 2024!
LAP members have access to nets and dedicated indoor play times at WSCC!
LAP provides the pickleballs in the plastic bins by the Oriole Field courts. These are available to use during drop-in and open play!
LAP volunteers provide access to the Oriole Field bathrooms by unlocking and locking them daily! Additionally, LAP contributes to bathroom maintenance for all pickleball players.
The annual $25 Ludington Area Pickleball membership dues include the Pickleball Den fees.
Ludington Classic Tournament 2024
Powered by Debby Stevenson of Greenridge Realty
September 6, 7, & 8, 2024
Registration opens on April 1
Registration Fee $85
Registrants receive a tournament T-shirt.
Friday- Women’s Doubles
Saturday- Mixed Doubles
Sunday - Men’s Doubles
Ludington Pickleball on Facebook
Connect with other Ludington players!
Share our love of Pickleball and friendships, old and new!
Ludington Area Pickleball Membership
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$25/annually
Leagues, indoor play, and a supportive community!
Pickleball Central
Use coupon code CRLudington at checkout to receive 5% off your purchase. An additional 5% of your purchase will go to our Ludington Pickleball Club!
Borrow a Paddle!
Our local Girl Scout Troop has donated four pickleball paddles and four pickleballs to the Mason County District Library in Ludington!
They are available for checkout for up to three days. All you need is a library card!
If you're thinking about pickleball, here's your chance to try it out before buying a pickleball paddle!
Member Mixer - June 8
Though it rained, we were able to play a few games of pickleball for the 2024 Member Member benefiting the Lakeshore Food Club. Thank you to Members of the Social Committee especially Julie Lowing and Karen Fredrickson and their team for their part in organizing the Member -Member. Thank you to Katie Provenzano and Carol Henke for organizing the court and partner assignments for the day. Thank you to Carman Chapman and her team for gathering prize donations. And THANK YOU to the business of Ludington who generously supported the event by supplying gifts and prizes. Though we were unable to complete play it was still a fun mixer and everyone was a winner!!! ~ PJ Smith, LAP President
Sponsors and Donors!
Safe Harbor Credit Union - Provided event shirts and lunch to all participants!
Adora Studio of Hair ● AmberNicole Salon ● Applebee's ● Biggby coffee ● Brad Chapman, State Farm ● Café 106 ● Carmike Harbor Cinema 8 ● Cedar Chest ● Chamber Alliance of Mason County ● Cluck Bucket ● Cottage Works ● Culver's ● Dairy Queen ● Dreamweaver Lure Co. ● Glik's ● Gordy's Skate Co ● Grateful Heart ● Harbor Front Family Chiropractors, LLC ● Gustufson's Greenhouse ● Hemlock Golf Club ● Home Depot ● House of Flavors ● Hungry Howie's ● Lake Michigan Carferry ● Ludington Area Centre for the Arts ● Ludington Beverage ● Ludington Meat Company ● Mason County District Library ● Maurices ● Meijer ● My Happy Place ● Old Hamlin Restaurant ● O'Reilly Auto Parts ● Patty Jordan-Smith, LPGA ● Pierrot Hair Design ● Provisions ● Rosaleen-Activewear ● Sherwin Williams ● Sister Bees ● The Great Lakes Rocklicker ● Starving Artist ● The Hangar ● Todd & Brad Reed Photography ● WESCO ● West Shore Bank ● West Shore Community College ● WMOM
Pentwater vs. Ludington Pickleball Challenge.
Huge thanks to the Pentwater Tennis and Pickleball Club for organizing the first Pentwater vs. Ludington Pickleball Challenge! It was a close competition, with Pentwater winning 28 games to Ludington's 26. Congrats to all the players for great sportsmanship and some amazing pickleball! We can't wait for next year's event, which will be hosted by Ludington!
Ludington Area Pickleball Member Leagues
LAP is dedicated to promoting the sport of Pickleball in the Ludington area. The organization offers a variety of programs and events for players of all ages and skill levels, including beginner lessons, leagues, dedicated drop-in play times, and tournaments. You must be an active member to participate in leagues and round robins.
LAP volunteers played pickleball in the Freedom Festival Grand Parade!
