Meet Maxine, pickleball enthusiast and certified pickleball instructor. She has been a volunteer for just over 9 years – an impressive feat! Before retirement, Maxine spent her time working at the University of Lethbridge library. Now, you’ll catch her at the pickleball court most days. When she doesn’t have a paddle in hand, Maxine loves to read or listen to audiobooks, practice Tai Chi, explore her heritage by dabbling in genealogy, and dream of traveling to places on her “haven’t been there yet” list. She loves the year-round sunshine and warm winds characteristic of Lethbridge and, if given the resources, says she would build an indoor/outdoor pickleball facility adjacent to the LSCO building so we could welcome more players into our community. Her dedication to the sport and to the organization has impacted hundreds of LSCO members over the years.
Ever since the pickleball program began to grow here at LSCO, Maxine has been a constant force running in the background. From teaching beginner lessons to organizing players, schedules, and equipment, we have benefited greatly from Maxine’s involvement in the organization. She joined our volunteer cohort in the fall of 2015 after recognizing the need for volunteer effort to maintain our rapidly growing pickleball program. Nearly 10 years later we are still in full swing thanks to our volunteer leadership within the group. There are many players in the group that deserve recognition but we are thrilled to shine a light on Maxine this month.
Aspiring pickleball players have the opportunity to connect with Maxine and other instructors in our beginner lessons which are offered throughout the year in 4-week sessions. Experienced players who have already registered for LSCO pickleball have access to skills sessions offered seasonally with our volunteers as well.
