Selkirk Advocate brings pickleball programming to prison facilities
San Quentin. Rikers Island. Folsom State. All three are notorious correctional facilities, inspiring countless films, songs, and even a series of live prison albums recorded by Johnny Cash. But the three have something else in common — They now have pickleball programs thanks to Selkirk Advocate Roger BelAir. A resident of Edmonds, Washington, BelAir has been playing pickleball for the last 14 years. Now...
From tennis to pickleball: David Satka weaves a tale on the importance of progression and strategy in his new book ‘Winning Pickleball’
David Satka grew up in Indiana, a state where basketball is king. Stories of players being raised by hoops nailed to the sides of their barns and underdog tales such as the “Milan Miracle” as told in the film “Hoosiers” are common in the crossroads of America. Naturally, Satka was a proud member of his high school basketball team. However, while sitting somewhat...
Selkirk Sport athletes reflect on their mothers' impact
As Mother's Day draws near, many take the time to acknowledge the unique and diverse ways in which their mothers have contributed to their journey. Ahead of the holiday, Selkirk Sport athletes shared how their mothers have contributed to their success, both on and off the court. Read what the athletes had to say about their mothers, in their own words. Plus, slide the...
