Don Beaver, Fitness Director Our Quail Creek population is primarily comprised of individuals aged 55 to 90+, and far and away the vast majority of us firmly embrace the phrase “active adult community.” Whether it’s walking the community, swimming laps, playing sports (tennis, pickleball, or golf), taking group exercise classes, or working out with weights…
Tag: tennis
July 2024, Sports
Tennis Professional Now ‘Serving’ Quail Creek
Quail Creek tennis enthusiasts are now blessed to have the services of an extremely accomplished tennis professional and fellow resident, Donna Yuritic. During her 56-year tennis career, Donna has earned seven National Doubles Championships, Female 35+ Player of the Year in Chicago in 1996, USPTA Southwest Player of the Year, and Southwest Pro of the…
April 2024, Sports
Donna Yuritic—A Passion For Tennis
Hilary Wade A native of Chicago, Donna Yuritic has taught and played tennis for more than 30 years in the U.S. and Europe and is the tennis pro at Quail Creek Tennis Club. Donna spent many years in Scottsdale before researching 55-plus communities away from the hustle and bustle of a big city. She was…
January 2024, Sports
Cookies and Camaraderie—QCTC Style!
Gloria Bible About 20 busy bakers brought incredibly yummy treats to share after the ladies finished Tuesday tennis league play on Dec. 5. This year, an unexpected special guest (aka Donna Yuritic, tennis player extraordinaire) delighted everyone with her head-to-toe elfish togs and gifts galore: inspirational badges, keyrings, and tennis-themed gift bags. Santa would have…
Sports, May 2023
… And Then There Were Four!
Gloria Bible On Friday, April 14, 12 men and 12 women began competing in the Quail Creek Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament. One male and one female player per team were randomly assigned by computer, and team assignments changed with every match. Two matches were played on both Friday and Saturday. Cindy Nelson, Ryan Modesto, Chris…
Sports, March 2023
Hearts & Pizza & Tennis … Oh My!
Carol Fougere Despite cool winds from the North, 60 enthusiastic Quail Creek Tennis Club members and guests turned out for the club’s annual Valentine’s Pizza Party on Feb. 11. A few good rounds of tennis whipped up appetites for the wonderful homemade salads and decadent desserts generously contributed by club members, not to mention 24…
Sports, February 2023
Tennis Ambassadors Serve Up Some ‘Love’!
Gloria Bible Funny how one thing leads to another. When Bonnie Arnold moved to a brand new unit in Quail Creek, she soon saw the need for a Unit Rep to help new neighbors get to know one another. Bonnie stepped in, became her unit’s representative, and soon realized the rewards of smoothing the path…
Sports, December 2022
Tennis Club Chili Feed
Gloria Bible Every year, mention of the Quail Creek Tennis Club Chili Feed gets taste buds salivating! This year, on Nov. 6, this much-anticipated event was blessed with sunny skies and delightful temperatures—perfect for informal tennis games followed by a tasty selection of homemade chili offerings, cornbread, and desserts. Club President Rick Wade thanked everyone…
Sports, November 2022
Octoberfest at the Quail Creek Tennis Club
Gloria Bible Oktoberfest and tennis? Now there’s a combination most people don’t associate! But on Oct. 15 the Quail Creek Tennis Club did just that by hosting the Arizona Beerfest After-Tennis Potluck Tailgate event. Tennis play was open to everyone, and all six courts were filled with eager players. While storm clouds gathered elsewhere and…
Sports, July 2022
Table Tennis Friends and Neighbors
Tom Herder