October Dispatch: Blacklight Pickleball, Tournaments & Fall Updates at STSC
Salem Tennis & Swim Club
October 2026 / Issue 10
Special Evening Event
Get Ready for Blacklight Pickleball
If you thought our regular pickleball sessions were energetic, just wait until we turn off the overheads and fire up the UV lights. We are transforming the courts for a high-energy evening of Blacklight Pickleball!
Mark your calendars for Friday, October 2nd, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This special fundraiser event is the perfect opportunity to experience the game in a completely new environment. Glowing pickleballs will pop under the blacklights, creating a fast-paced, visually spectacular experience on the court.
The entry fee is just $20 per person. To get the most out of the blacklight effect and enhance the atmosphere, we encourage everyone to wear neon colors, bright whites, or fluorescent athletic gear.
Whether you are a seasoned player looking for a new challenge or just wanting a highly social, entertaining night out on the courts, this is an event you won't want to miss.
Spots are limited for this unique setup, so please secure your place early. You can register on the club website.
Autumn on the Courts.
Court Reservation & Cancellation Policy Reminder
Quick reminder: club policy requires you to cancel any unused court time at least 3 hours before your scheduled reservation. If you do not cancel within this window, you will be charged for the unused court time.
We enforce this policy to ensure that all members have a fair and equal opportunity to book court time.
Additionally, if you are running late, please call the front desk to let our staff know. If you are more than 15 minutes late without notifying us, we may give your court to other waiting members. Thank you for helping us keep the courts accessible for everyone.
Tournament Play
Brent Wheeler Memorial Tournament
Mark your calendars for November 27-28 for our annual tournament honoring the memory of Brent Wheeler. We always look forward to this great event, which brings our club community together to raise vital scholarship funds for junior tennis players. Watch for registration details, sponsorship opportunities, and play schedules as the dates approach.
DOubles Challenge
Doubles Challenge Tournament
Thank you to everyone who came out and made our Memorial Day Doubles challenge such a fantastic event. We had a great turnout with 12 teams hitting the courts for some fun, competitive play before gathering to enjoy a well-deserved lunch together.
We would love to see this event continue to grow, with a goal of expanding to 16 teams for our next challenge. Thank you again to everyone who participated and made it a memorable day. We look forward to seeing even more of you on the courts next time!
Family Event
Annual Trunk and Treat
Our annual Trunk and Treat has grown into an amazing community event over the last three years, and we are gearing up for another fantastic celebration! The festivities will kick off on Friday, October 16th, starting at 6:00 PM.
To make this a night the kids won't forget, we are looking for volunteers to host decorated trunks, donate candy, or help put everything together. We are also warmly inviting local community members to join us as trunk hosts. Participating is a wonderful way to get involved in the community, connect with local families, and show off your Halloween creativity!
If you are able to help out, whether by decorating a trunk, donating treats, or assisting with setup, please stop by the front desk to add your name to the sign-up sheet.
We can't wait to see your creative costumes and trunks!
December Event
Get Ready for 12 Days of December
We are gearing up for our "12 Days of December" and have a fantastic lineup of fun events planned for the club. We know the holiday season can feel stressful, so we want to give everyone a great way to unwind, have fun, and spread the joy together.
We'll host a variety of special clinics and social events, including our much-anticipated Ugly Sweater Social! Keep an eye out for more details—we'll share the full list of scheduled events and activities in the next several weeks.
