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Ladies Night

Come join us for Ladies Night Out at the National Singles! This truly fun social event hosted by the USAR Women's Committee will be held once again at Don Jose's Mexican Restaurant, Thursday, May 15, 7:00- 9:00 pm. Don Jose's is within walking distance of the club, just across the parking lot from Target, you can't miss it! We look forward to seeing you there!!!!!!

Women's Committee

The Women's Committee mission is to 'strengthen USA Racquetball through increasing the number of women playing racquetball at the state, regional and national levels.' Throughout the year, the Committee analyzes key aspects of racquetball for women, develops strategies to increase participation, plans and promotes activities and functions for women, supports charitable causes like Racquet for the Cure, and provides an avenue for women to express their concerns to USA Racquetball.

"Somewhere behind the athlete you've become, the hours of practice, the coaches who push you, and the fans who cheer you, is the little girl who fell in love with the sport and never looked back. Play for her." -- Unknown

Committee Members

Committee members include (l-r above): Lorraine Galloway
Janice Vosika
Terry Rogers
Merijean Kelley
Cheryl Kirk
Joanna Reyes (not pictured)
Malia Bailey (not pictured)
Peggine Tellez (not pictured)

Rules for Women’s Division Formats at National Tournaments

REVISED FORMAT ( July 2012)

6 or fewer competitors - Round Robin

Divisions may be combined when entries are 3 or less.
Divisions will be combined based first by skill level and second by age.

7 to 11 competitors - Pool Play

All pool play events will have playoffs with semi final and final matches.

12 or more competitors - Straight Draw

Open and Team Qualifying divisions -- single elimination (regardless of number of players)
Consolation will be offered as appropriate and based on the the overall format of the tournament.

The above is contingent upon sufficient court space.

Ladies Night Out – 2013 National Doubles, Tempe, AZ

“Ladies' Night Out” at the National Doubles

Ladies Night Out at the National Doubles! What a ‘trip’! The first 25 attendees received pink bandanas donated by the Women’s Senior Masters Racquetball Association. As usual it took awhile to get going but boy did it get going and everyone had a great time, eating, drinking, socializing, and singing and dancing as Ray (Karla Barela-lucero’s husband) played the guitar and sang.

Ray and Dr. Alexe Bellingham (Jimmy Lowe’s girlfriend) also sang a few duets which were a big hit. As always the manufacturer's supported our event with a variety of great raffle items and it appears everyone went home with something while supporting the USAR Women's Committee. Awards were given to Nidia Funes and Mildred Gwinn for the best Valentine attire.

Remember – the USAR Women’s Committee is your advocate and liaison to the USAR and the national tournament directors. If you have any questions, concerns and/or comments relative to the women’s events please contact one of the committee members or email Terry Rogers at rogersta@comcast.net

Join the Committee!

Want to help by joining the Committee?

Send a short profile of your professional, personal and racquetball background (including tournaments, past/future intentions), and share ...

What you'll bring to the table to help grow women's racquetball.
What you've done (or plan to accomplish) locally.
Your availability for monthly conference calls.
Your abilities in event planning, administration, communication.