The Senior Professionals Pickleball players taught their favorite shots and techniques for two hours. The clinics were hosted by The Valley Club and all proceeds went to the two charities.

After a day of donating their time at clinics hosted by The Valley Club, the pros had a chance to unwind and mingle with family & friends at a Ketchum institution.

The Sun Valley Senior Pro Invitational kicked off the activities on Friday as Team McEnroe, Team Pernfors, Team Van Patten and Team Wilander, 20 players in all, competed for seeding spots for Sunday’s final event.

Sponsors, VIP supporters, Legends, the Pickleball Sr. Professionals and their spouses attended an invitation only event with a relaxing opportunity for casual conversation, cocktails and yummy hors d’oeuvres provided by the local food establishment, RASBERRYS.

This is where it all started. Saturday was the third annual Men’s Second Chance Living (MSCL) Pro-Am hosted by The Valley Club. 16 of the visiting Sr Pro Professional Pickleball players were team captains, playing with each of their 4 team members and provided strategy and support throughout the 4 hour event.

Hosted at an exclusive home along the Big Wood River, the evening started with specialty cocktails followed by a Pickleball exhibit by the tennis legends. Great pickleball play was supported by cheers, and a standing ovation brought the exhibition to a close.

Four players bid on playing a game with each of the legends in what turned out to be a fun and competitive Pro-Am round robin. This event was free to the public and was a great opportunity to sit or stand court-side to watch McEnroe, Pernfors, Van Patten, and Wilander up close and in person.

The senior professionals ended the four day event with spectacular singles and double play. Team McEnroe came out on top in a close team contest. Each player received prize money which helped offset some of their travel costs to come to the Wood River Valley. The community, both charities and local players all thanked the Sr. Pros for their efforts to give back to our Wood River Valley community