Author: Sam Arnold
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Standards at Slate
Hello future Slate members, A club with a program as comprehensive as ours is going to require a complex standard of procedure architecture. Every aspect of our robust programming is going to be of the highest caliber, and for that to occur, the standards must be set well before opening, and the coaches fully trained. …
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The Importance of Topspin in Pickleball
With the sharper ball trajectory, topspin will increase your consistency in many situations…
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Pre-Demolition Work Has Begun!
Many aspects of Slate’s development are now set in motion since the lease signing. This includes the substantial permitting process with Cook County. There are permits for plumbing, electrical, the liquor business license, but the one we need immediately is the demolition permit. We gotta knock down a lot of walls! Since part of our…
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Pickleball is Changing…
We all know that pickleball is a fantastic sport bursting through the fabric of the competitive and social culture of the United States. On the top end of this burgeoning world, professional pickleball tournaments are gaining a wider audience, meaning more ticket sales, more prize money, and thus, more interest in players going pro. Even…
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Lease Signed and Executed!
We are excited to announce that the lease to our founding location is officially signed! This gives final confirmation that Slate Pickleball Club will be located at 569 South Waukegan Road in Northbrook Illinois! This excellent location at Brookside Plaza will provide an unmatched upscale pickleball experience to villages like Deerfield, Northbrook, Highland Park, Riverwoods,…
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Architect Plans Finalized!
The design drawings are finished to our satisfaction! The main adjustment is that we maximized court length to provide the most spacious playing environment possible, lining up the baselines while narrowing the reception area. Do you notice any other differences between first draft and final? If you can name them all, you get a free…