SLPCC Board and Committees
Our club’s mission is to facilitate the growth and enjoyment of pickleball within the community and ensure social engagement of all players by offering organized recreational and competitive play. We also provide continued development of all players at all levels of skill in a fun and sportsmanlike environment.
We believe that pickleball is good for the body
and good for the soul!
Join us...just for the fun of it!
David Douglas
SLPCC President
Retirement means different things to different people. For many, it means crossing the “finish line” of retirement and kicking back to relax. Their motto is “I’ve made it!!” Well, for those members of the SLPCC we want more out of life. We want to expand our comfort zone. More friends, more challenges and more zest for life. That’s what makes our club so much fun.
Rod Badgley
Vice President
As a dedicated and enthusiastic member of the Sun Lakes Pickleball Club Cottonwood, I am eager to bring my leadership skills and passion for community to the role of Vice President. Over the last two years, I have made wonderful friends and forged strong connections through our shared love for pickleball, and I am excited about the opportunity to further enhance our club's collaborative spirit.
Brenda Cooney
SLPCC Treasurer
I started playing pickleball when I moved to Sun Lakes a few years ago and I love it. My background is in Finance, started in Banking when I was in my 20's. Moving to Insurance I spent the majority of my career as a Property and Casualty Underwriter. My favorite career is being a Real Estate Agent here in Sun Lakes. I am married and have 5 sons and 5 grandchildren. I enjoy being outdoors, camping, fishing, boating, hiking and I love Sci Fi movies.
Lyndi Thom
SLPCC Secretary
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Bill Swift
Member at Large
I retired 4 years ago after 40 years in the motorcycle industry. My wife and I moved to Cottonwood/Palo Verde 3 years ago as full-time residents. I have been a member of SLPCC for 3 years and have enjoyed becoming very active in the club. I am a member of the Social Committee, NIT Volunteers and New Member Coaches.
Diane Bricco
Communications Team Lead
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Lisa Fahrion
Social Committee Chairperson
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Kris Granstrom
Ratings Team Chairperson
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Mike Anecito
Chelsea Admin and Webmaster
Worked in the Product Distribution field from 1984 until 2020 - Started as an A/R Clerk, Sales, Mgmt, and finally Ecommerce Website Manager at GPC/NAPA
Married to Kathy with 3 boys, 6 grandkids so far.
Played Pickleball since November 2021.
Paul Nichol
Training Team Co-Lead
We were introduced to Pickleball in 2012. Eventually gave up both tennis and softball in favor of pickleball (a bad knee helped make that an easier decision). Began coaching and teaching friends and family in 2017 and was able to earn certification as an Instructor from USA Pickleball and PPR in 2022. I’ve found few things more rewarding or satisfying than sharing my love of the game with those eager to learn.