News and Events
News: It was announced this week that the Northwest YMCA in Shoreview will be closing the racquetball courts within the next few months. This action was a decision made in secrecy, by the executive leadership without any input from members or players. The courts will be remodeled and used for more fitness equipment. This comes as a shock to most players that have supported the sport and the tournaments in the past years. The best maintained courts in the metro and will now fall victim to whining treadmills and the wrecking ball.
Looking for a place to play? Try these places out!
CENTRAL COURTS on Central Avenue and 694 in Fridley, is a great racquetball option and hosts many events and tournaments.
YMCA courts are still located at Midway, South in West St. Paul, Skyway, and at Northeast YMCA on White Bear Avenue. Directions can be found at www.twincitiesymca.org/locations.htm.
WHITE BEAR SPORTS CENTER at 1328 Highway 96 has 5 courts and a great camaraderie among players.
MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER has 2 courts and is very active.
News: The YMCA at 150 East Thompson in West St. Paul is now a drop off and pick up location for Custom Strings. Please call Leatha if you leave a racquet there. Custom Strings will be donating to the YMCA Partners in exchange for the racquets handled. This location is only a few blocks from the Southview site and should be convenient for folks in that area.