19/10/2026
The Come and try Pickel Ball was a terrific afternoon.
Thirty-five members, partners and family met at Sneaky Cat Pickleball Complex, Albury, for two hours of pickleball, sandwiches and chat on Sunday afternoon 18 October. The activity was organised by Howlong Sub-Branch under the auspices of RSL Sport and Recreation Program. At the invitation of Howlong to join them, players and observers came from Albury, The Rock, Henty, Wagga Wagga.
Only two players confessed to being familiar with the rules of the game. Others who were familiar with tennis found the behaviour of the paddle, the ball, and the limitations of the court markings, challenging. The Complex manager gave a soldiers’ quick five minutes then left the players to it. It was a steep learning curve but gradually the ball began to flow back and forth across the net. Rod Cooper, president Far South Western District Council, and Keaton Johnson, Community Relations Partner were at the event, and both showed some promise on the court. As did our own Glenda, Gary and Barbara.
Many thanks to Howlong sub-branch, especially secretary, Julie Considine
for organising this enjoyable event.
