Pro Shop Returns for '05-06 Season

"Paddle in the Parks" pro shop is back in Hinsdale for a second season! You'll want to check out the latest Hinsdale Paddle hat in royal blue and try out Viking's new PRO V-1 and Avalon racquets. Paddle in the Parks Catalog



For more information or to order, contact Mary Doten at (708) 246-5295 or mhdoten@sbcglobal.net .

Free Paddle Clinics on September 25 and October 1

These clinics at Katherine Legge Memorial will last about 60 minutes and give a beginner basic introduction to platform tennis. Wear sneakers. Bring a paddle if you own one or feel free to borrow one.

Marc Veverka on Sunday, September 25th, 12:30 PM

Mary Doten on Saturday, October 1st, 4:00 PM

This is a great opportunity to learn more about Hinsdale's fastest growing winter sport.

Announcing Hinsdale Paddle Academy on September 22-24, 2005

Three days of clinics by the country's top platform tennis players:
Mike Marino
Finalist in 2005 National Championships, Head Pro at North Shore Country Club

Mike Rahaley
Current National Ranking of #12 and Head Pro at Exmoor Country Club

Jean Kempner
Current 50's National Champion with 25+ years teaching experience

Mary Doten
National Champion 2004 and 2005, Certified Teaching Pro from Hinsdale

Instruction for beginners to tournament competitors. Enrollment limited to 4 players per court. All sessions are open to the public. Hinsdale is located 30 minutes from Chicago and 45 minutes from Winnetka.

A three-hour session costs just $100/player ($125 after September 1, 2005). Admission includes a Friday night barbecue for students and their families.

The right way to start your season for Paddle -- Thursday through Saturday, September 22-24, 2005.

Contact Jay Pollitt or Bob Schultz at (630) 850-7446 or hinspadacad@comcast.net with questions. Register by Hinsdale Paddle Academy 2005 Entry Form

Village of Hinsdale Fall 2005 Parks Brochure

Village of Hinsdale Parks Brochure Fall 2005.pdf