December is now in full follow-through, and the courts have been filled with tons of seasonal spirit. Players across the Scheduler have been filling their sessions with fun themes, festive energy, and bright moments that bring a little extra joy to this time of year. We’ve even spotted a few Santas and reindeer out on the courts!

Here in California, we're lucky to play outdoors practically year-round — but brrr, it’s been cold! Finding that happy medium between freezing and overheating is truly an art form… and sometimes a fashion show. On the bright side though, I’ve almost mastered my serve while wearing gloves. 🧤😁🧤

This week’s newsletter features a collection of community highlights along with a few updates as we head into 2026. Oh, and check out the cheery court colors from Korea! Yes please — where do I submit a request to my local park?!

🎁 Go on… give it a little shake. Here’s what’s inside this week:

🎉 Last-Minute Gift Deals – Selkirk is offering up to 60% off paddles and gear — perfect for holiday dinks and stocking stuffers.

📣 PTS Region Refresh – We’re refreshing and consolidating regions to make finding nearby sessions faster and easier.

✨ Holiday Recovery Savings – Treat someone to pain-free movement with Kineon's holiday sale plus an extra 10% off with code PS10.

🌟 Community Spotlight – Check out Barbara from Florida! She’s turning cracked pickleballs into beautiful upcycled art.

🎄 Holiday Gear Steals – Dinkers & Bangers has gift ideas under $25 + BOGO50 on hoodies.

🎅 Spotted on the Scheduler – Holiday play sessions, ugly sweater socials, Santa Slams… We like, we like to party!

💪 Compression Built for Pickleball – LEORÊVER keeps players supported, warm, and ready for every rally.

🎯 Paddle Pointers – SportsEd TV breaks down the 3 T’s winning pickleball strategy. Even better, PTS users get a FREE one-year membership (a $179 value!) — now that's holiday cheer.

🇰🇷 Home Court Advantage – Explore the colorful courts at Oak Valley Pickleball Park in South Korea, the newest country to join PTS!

🛍️ The Holly Jolly Deal List – Don't miss this week's Discount Roundup! Cute, cozy, and on sale… just how we like it. Plus, you can give the best gift of all — a PTS Gift Card!

 
🎀 Alright, time to unwrap the real fun: