I’m sitting here at Jubala, sipping on my coffee and people watching. There’s an older father and daughter next to me – she’s teaching him to play Mahjong. A few tables down, a group of friends are laughing so hard they’re crying. On the other side of me, two men are talking Rolex watches, coffee […]

Our Courts & Couture Fall Pickleball Retreat in Pinehurst was everything we hoped for – a weekend of laughter, connection, and delight, set against the golden backdrop of fall in North Carolina. A Courtside Welcome Even though the weather brought a touch of rain, it couldn’t dampen the joy that filled our time together. We […]

4 Simple Ways to Host a Pickleball Gathering This Fall There’s something about fall that invites us to slow down, savor the crisp air, and gather with friends. The courts feel lighter under golden leaves, the evenings stretch with perfect temps, and community comes alive when paddles start to pop. Around here, we believe pickleball […]

It’s five o’clock in the afternoon, I’m standing in the kitchen, bluegrass playing in the background, slicing zucchini and savoring this late summer, slow moment. No one’s in my house and it’s my chance to name it – I’m ready for routine. There’s something about rhythms that I crave. They bring order and expectation – […]

Summer’s here, the sun’s blazing, and your paddle’s calling. But let’s be honest, friend — when it’s hotter than a jalapeno, it can be hard to muster the motivation to lace up your sneakers, much less serve and rally your heart out. If you’ve been wondering how to play pickleball in the heat without burning […]

If summer had a love language, we’re convinced it would be slow mornings, sunshine on your face, and the sound of laughter echoing across the lake. At Courts & Couture, we’re intentionally leaning into this season and discovering how to slow down and soak in the sun—with connection, joy, and a few of our favorite […]

Mendy and I are still floating on cloud nine after the unforgettable weekend we shared in Pinehurst just a few short weeks ago. As we reflect on our Spring Courts & Couture Retreat, we’re overwhelmed—in the best possible way—by the stories, laughter, and genuine connection that filled the air from the moment the first paddle […]

Shannon Parker’s Sisterhood Shines at Our Pickleball Clinic.

Mendy and I have big plans to travel down to Pinehurst in just a few days to meet with the lovely Hailee Haymore and chat all things Courts & Couture. We can’t wait to grab just a few minutes with her to dream big about all the fun pickleball we are bringing to you! We […]

Together, we dreamed up creative ways to bring women together under the umbrella of pickleball, mixing a little bit of luxury with a whole lot of fun.