Adult Platform Tennis Calendar

DEMO PADDLES! There are demo paddles are on the board in the hut and the order form/price is in the slots next to the paddles.  Please not that Field Club members get a 20% discount off of the MSRPs and that completed forms should be dropped in the kitchen drawer opposite the sink. Lave them in the box where you leave your receipts for paddle ball purchases. Please clearly PRINT your first and last name and contact information.

Please remember to return the demo paddles to their proper place on the board after trying them out. They are not to be taken from the paddle courts. 

2025-2026 Paddle Events

Missing the Olympics already?  The thrill of international competition and winters sports contests?  Sign up today for the Club’s Davis Cup (Winter/Paddle edition) March 7 starting at 5:00.  The format to be a four-team round robin.  There’s a signup sheet in the hut, but you can also sign up by emailing Mike Salvon at salvon.mike@gmail.com or shoot him a text at (413) 374-2165.
 
Get ready for the Men’s B Paddle Championship on Saturday, March 14th, starting at 9 AM! This is your chance to compete for glory against the best of the rest, with the winning team earning a spot in next year’s A Tournament. Expect high-energy matches, great camaraderie, and a fun day on the courts. We’ve got you covered with breakfast and lunch provided, so come hungry and ready to play! Sign-ups will be in the Paddle Hut. Don’t miss this opportunity to play, compete, and take your shot at the A’s. See you on the courts, and don’t forget to BYOB!  Please reach out to Carl Morrissey (carl.morrissey@gmail.com) if you have any questions.
 
OSCARS MIXER –Sunday, March 15 @ 4:30 – 6:30pm
Sashay your way down the red carpet to shine like the star you are! Once you win the best paddler category, slay at the afterparty and tune into the other red carpet to see what those A-listers have pulled out of their closets for the occasion as well. Bring a snack, dessert, or beverage for all to enjoy (but not required). The most fashionably forward or themed Oscars attire is encouraged (also not required). Sign-up in the hut, all levels/genders encouraged! Hosted by Melissa Schettler & Emily Keane.
 
Men’s A Paddle Club Championship! Saturday March 21st at 9:00am. Light breakfast and lunch provided. Sign up sheet in the Hut. This is a BYOB event. Hosted by Brendan Burke and Craig Waddington.
 
Women’s B Paddle Tourney! Gather your paddles and join us for great matches and good vibes on the court at the Field Club Women’s B Paddle Tournament Sunday, March 29th at 10:00 AM! Whether you’re coming with a partner or looking to team up at the event, this is a fun, competitive day on the courts you won’t want to miss. Sign-up sheets will be posted in the paddle hut, so grab your spot early—registration is limited to the first 40 players. Bring your energy, sportsmanship, and love for the game for a great morning of paddle and community!
 

5th Annual Galentine’s Day Paddle Morning Mixer – Hosted by the Plaut Ladies.  Sign up for an all-levels women’s mixer on February 7th to celebrate Galentine’s Day!  Play will go from 10am to 12pm with free play after, and we will provide brunch nibbles.  A sign-up sheet is available in the Paddle Hut.  Send any questions to  Emma (emma.plaut@gmail.com) or Carol (ckplaut@gmail.com)

This event is cancelled due to the frigid temps coming our way on Sunday. See you next year! Come out for the 25 annual Superbowl extravaganza on February 8th. All members of the Field Club are invited to enjoy a great morning of paddle and a lunch straight from Bourbon Street. Chef Barry O’Connor will once again cook up some of the best Cajun/creole dining north of the bayou including threee gumbos including combinations of shrimp chicken and sausage, chicken etoufee. 12 hour low and slow Tasso pulled pork creole chicken thighs and homemade cornbread. Put it over rice and a little habanero hot sauce and let the good times roll. The first paddle matches start at 8am. Sign up in the paddle hut. 
 
The Wanna B Paddle Mixer is Dec.13th starting at 9:00 am! Please sign up on the sheet in the hut. This event is designed for newer players to compete with and against more experienced players in a non-competitive environment. Originally designed for aspiring “B” players to improve their game, the Wanna B is open to all male players looking to play some paddle in a fun social environment. All players will play three matches in the morning, with the afternoon open for pick-up matches. We hope you can make it out to enjoy some fun early winter paddle. Light breakfast and lunch provided. There will be a charge to attend this event. BYOB. Hosted by: Dan Bishop, Josh Levine, and Brian McVety.
RSVP: LIMITED TO 40 ATTENDEES

Join us for Paddle 101 at the Field Club, Sunday, October 19, from 1:00 ’till 3:00 pm. (Rain date – Oct 26).

Open to all adult Field Club members. If you’ve never played before or if you’re looking to brush up on your technique, come join the fun. We have plenty of new demo paddles for you to experiment with. There is no charge, just put on some old sneakers and come on down.
Any questions, please contact Carol or Rick Plaut or send a message through the FC Facebook page.

Previous Paddle Events:

Men’s Club Championship – Saturday, April 20th at 9:00 am.  
All players are welcome, although please note that if a player participates in the Men’s B Championship they are ineligible for the Club Championship. Please register with a partner on the signup sheet in the Paddle Hut. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided. This is a BYOB event. 
Hosted by Craig Waddington and Brendan Burke
 
Women’s Club Championship – Saturday, April 20th at 9:00 am. 
Great paddle, food and fun! Light breakfast and lunch will be provided. For more information, please sign up in the hut.
Hosted by Lauren life and Cameron Burke 
 

Wanna B’s – This event is designed for up-and-coming players to play with and against more experienced players in a non-competitive environment. Hosted by Brendan Burke and Nate Duval.

Calling all Barbies and Kens! 
Kicked off the paddle season on Friday, October 13.  PINK everywhere! Thank you to Jen Skelley Duval,  Katie Wartman, and Cameron Burke for hosting. 

 APTA paddle tournament – Called the “Pioneer Valley Men’s 95+”, was hosted by the Field Club on Saturday, November 18th.  Gary Weiner & Tom Kietzman were Tournament Organizers.

🎿 THROWBACK APRÈS SKI MIXER held on January 27th at 7:00. Everyone hopped into their hot tub time machine and reveled in the post-slope scene. Neon and weird turquoise-heavy patterns. All levels welcomed to this mixed-doubles event! Inside Joke Brewing Collective added to the vibes. Hosted by Katie Allen, Josh Levine, and Meghan and Zach Schepart

♥️3rd Annual Galentine’s Day Paddle Morning Mixer👯‍♀️ — Hosted by the Plaut Ladies
All-levels women’s mixer held on February 10th to celebrate Galentine’s Day!  Play started at 10 a.m., and we provided some brunch nibbles. Fully booked event with 40 players!

🏈Super Bowl Party🎉
The event consisted of foods from New Orleans, Shrimp, Sausage and Chicken Gumbos, Chicken etouffee, Jambalaya and Creole chicken thighs and pulled pork, rice and corned bread.  The paddle started at 9 and food served at 12:30. As has happened in the past after the formal matches are concluded everyone hung around for pick up games. 

Field Club OSCARS! Sunday, March 10th. 4:30 – 6:30pm.  CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN!  See you next year!  Thank you to our Melissa Schettler & Cheryl Thibodeau. 

Men’s B Club Championship Saturday, March 16th at 9:00am.

Any and all B level players welcome. Hosted by Andrew Anderlonis, Josh Levine, and Dan Bishop. 

Please reach out to Jen or Nick with any questions:
Jen Duval: jenskelly@gmail.com
Nick Bucci: nickbucci9@gmail.com

EZ Facility can be accessed at fclongmeadow.ezfacility.com Or use the MemberME app. If you need help with your username or password. Please contact fieldclub411@gmail.com.