League Founders & Administrators
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League Administrator & Co-Founder
Pickleball was on Amy’s radar, and when Rosina invited her to a newbie clinic in May 2021, she was instantly hooked—joining SMPA the same day!
By March 2022, Amy wasn’t just playing; she joined the SMPA Board and was helping to shape the pickleball scene. That October, concerned about the lack of winter play locations, she and Rosina launched Westside’s first ladder league weeks later, powered by sponsorship from SMPA. Amy has been a regular player at CSHS and SeaTac ever since.
As League Administrator, volunteering isn’t just about the game—for Amy it’s about creating play opportunities and building community, something that makes her happy.
Walkout Song: “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen
Bucket List: Make time to take a cooking class in every country I visit.
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League Administrator & Co-Founder
In May 2021, Rosina joined a Georgetown pickleball clinic with Amy as a way to stay social and active outdoors. The moment she picked up the paddle, she knew this was the sport for her!
In October 2021—concerned about having nowhere indoor to play as the winter rains and dark evenings loomed, Rosina called Amy and said, "Let's start our own pickleball league!" Three weeks later, Westside Pickleball was born. Bringing people together through play while giving back to the community fills her with joy and a great sense of purpose.
Walkout Song: “Lovely Day” by Bill Withers
Bucket List: Travel, anywhere & everywhere. And one day live the simple life beachside, with paddle in hand.
League Coordinators
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Bao started playing pickleball last summer as a fun way to stay active with friends—and while the games are still fun, his definition of “casual” has evolved! After joining the men’s league at CSHS in the winter, Bao found friendship and connection that inspired him to volunteer with Westside, supporting the mission of building community through the game he loves.
Walkout Song: “Take it easy” by the Eagles
Bucket List: To play pickleball in Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines.
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Laurie started playing pickleball on a family court in the early days of the sport. She discovered open play 5 years ago, and her enthusiasm to play skyrocketed 1.5 years ago. Joy of community, great exercise, competitive nature, and fun has kept her coming back. She currently plays in the CSHS league.
She's volunteering this season to give back to the welcoming community that helped her feel at home and to keep growing her pickleball circle.
Walkout Song: “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” by Bobby McFerrin
Bucket List: Scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef.
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Gina picked up a paddle in October 2023 after a clinic sparked her love for the game, and she’s been hooked ever since—playing nearly every day. She joined Westside Pickleball in January 2024 at SeaTac and now plays regularly at both SeaTac and Chief Sealth.
Volunteering was a natural next step for Gina, who credits Westside with shaping her pickleball journey. She’s passionate about giving back, especially when it comes to welcoming new players and supporting youth in the sport.
Walkout Song: “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor
Bucket List: To medal at 4.0.
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Erin was first introduced to pickleball by a friend during the pandemic. In the fall of 2023, she discovered Westside Pickleball and embraced the opportunity to engage in the sport. After dedicating the past 15 years to raising her daughter and supporting her endeavors, Erin has now found time for pickleball — that fosters community and connection.
Erin has played in both CSHS and SeaTac leagues. Inspired by the unity and energy of the Westside Pickleball community, she stepped up to volunteer as the League Coordinator at SeaTac on Monday nights.
Walkout Song: Hypnotize by The Notorious B.I.G.
Bucket List: Riding a camel through the desert at sunset or cage diving with a great white shark.
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Chris Fry started playing pickleball in 2019, looking for something active beyond golf and hiking—and quickly got hooked. Since joining WPL in 2024, Chris has played at Tukwila and Sea-Tac, enjoying the game and the community. Volunteering felt like a natural step—just a way to give back to a sport he loves.
Walkout Song: "The Champ Is Here" by Jadakiss
Bucket List: Visiting Scotland, Ireland, and Norway
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Elena has been playing pickleball since January 2024, and joined Westside Pickleball in the fall that same year.
Grateful for the sport that helped her rediscover an active lifestyle, Elena stepped up as a League Coordinator for our Beginner’s League at Tukwila. She is dedicated to spreading the joy of pickleball to new players in our community.
Walkout Song: “Dynamite” by BTS
Bucketlist: Play pickleball in different countries. Thailand has been crossed off.
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It all started as a fun way to bond with her husband—beyond just sharing a beer—but quickly turned into a full-fledged passion for the sport.
She has been playing with Westside since these leagues first started at CSHS. Since then, she’s played at every league location and is a League Coordinator at Tukwila. But she’s not just a player—she’s a volunteer with a mission. Her goal? To make pickleball easily accessible to everyone in the community. She’s also determined to see the league thrive, knowing it directly benefits local schools and brings people together.
Walkout Song: “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Pat Benatar
Bucket List: Visiting all seven continents and playing pickleball on each of them.
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Josh picked up pickleball in the fall of 2023 thanks to a friend’s recommendation and hasn’t looked back since. He’s been a proud member of Westside Pickleball in Tukwila since winter 2023 and now volunteers to help grow the community that welcomed him in. Whether it’s connecting with fellow players or encouraging newcomers, Josh loves sharing the game that made such a big impact on him.
Walkout Song: “Danger Zone” by Kenny Loggins
Bucket List: Being able to stack with my wife seamlessly, and winning a gold medal in a tournament
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Waitlist Coordinator
Ellen first picked up a paddle in the summer of 2023, looking for a way to stay active after a health setback took her away from the high-intensity world of CrossFit. Without any sports background, she dove into pickleball with what she calls ‘adult-onset fitness.’
She kicked things off at CSHS in the fall of 2023, subbing in and having the absolute best time. She now plays in 2 leagues at Tukwila! But Ellen doesn’t just play the game. Ellen volunteers as our Waitlist Coordinator, and is our League Coordinator for the Friday morning Women’s League at Tukwila. Her commitment to the sport is more than just competition—it’s about community.
Walkout Song: "Under Pressure" by Queen and David Bowie
Bucket List: Pickleball bucket list - to get a Big Flex. Anything on my regular bucket list may happen much sooner!
League Operations
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Allison grew up on the tennis court and first learned pickleball from her dad. She picked it back up a couple years ago through coworkers and was instantly hooked by the fast pace games. She joined Westside at Tukwila where she loved the welcoming vibe. Allison volunteers because she likes how Westside strives to build and foster community. She believes pickleball is for everyone, and she loves helping others learn and grow in the game.
Walkout Song: “Abracadabra” by Lady Gaga
Bucketlist: An RV cross-country tour with the kids!
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Alyson picked up pickleball in Summer 2024 as a fun way to stay active and keep up with her growing kids—though she’s still chasing that elusive win against them! She joined Westside in the Tukwila league in Winter 2025 and quickly fell in love with the welcoming community and chance to sharpen her game. Off the court, Alyson’s all about giving back: she volunteers to help more youth discover pickleball as a joyful way to build coordination, teamwork, and lasting friendships.
Walkout Song: “Dancing Queen” by Abba
Bucket List: Recently met a cousin I didn't know I had on a pickleball court. PB bucket list is complete!
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Chak returned to pickleball in 2022 after a friend invited them to a session at the International District Community Center. They were introduced to Westside at the 2024 Rally on the Rock tournament and were inspired to volunteer because of the league’s strong community focus.
Walkout Song: “Mama said knock you out” - LL Cool J
Bucket List: Visiting the small village in Laos where their grandmother was born.
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Walkout Song: TBD
Bucket List: TBD
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Kristin discovered pickleball in fall 2024 thanks to a friend’s invite—and she’s been hooked ever since! She joined Westside the following season, starting as a sub and quickly becoming a full-time player at Tukwila, with reserve appearances at SeaTac. A lifelong nonprofit advocate, Kristin brings her passion for service to WPL, knowing firsthand how volunteers help great organizations thrive.
Walkout Song: Sirius - The Alan Parsons Project
Bucket List: Visit the Galápagos Islands with my son and husband.
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Stephanie Dickman picked up pickleball in early 2023, just looking for a fun way to stay active with a friend—and got instantly hooked. She joined Westside in Fall 2024 at the SeaTac location, starting out as a sub and quickly jumping in as a full-time player. Volunteering with the league was a no-brainer for Stephanie: it’s her way of giving back to a community that’s brought her so much joy.
Walkout Song: “Into the Unknown” by Frozen 2
Bucketlist: Hoping to cross this off soon — visit all 7 continents with a trip to Antarctica.
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Andy discovered pickleball just a year ago, adding it to his already active bowling life—and now he’s hooked on both! He joined WPL in January 2025 and plays at Tukwila and Side Out Tsunami. Andy loves the league’s community so much that he volunteers, happily chatting pickleball with anyone who’ll listen.
Walkout Song: “Run” by Lane 8 & Kasablanca
Bucket List: Reaching a 3.5 DUPR rating and playing pickleball in all 50 states.
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Maeja discovered pickleball about a year and a half ago when a friend introduced her to the game—and she was instantly hooked! She joined WPL in January 2024 and has since played at Seatac, Tukwila, and CSHS. Wanting to give back to the community, Maeja stepped up as a volunteer to help with lead set-up at CSHS, and now in this new role as Waitlist Coordinator.
Walkout Song: "...Ready For It?" by Taylor Swift
Bucket List: Visit Patagonia
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Kelly first discovered pickleball in the 1990s thanks to an enthusiastic high school PE teacher. Though she didn’t play regularly again until years later, she still enjoys playing when visiting family in Bellingham.
She will join Westside in January 2026 for the first time as a registered player at CSHS. She quickly embraced the chance to volunteer. For Kelly, volunteering is a way to connect with the West Seattle pickleball community while helping make the sport more accessible to everyone.
Walkout Song: “Rapper's Delight” by The Sugarhill Gang
Bucket List: See the Rockettes perform at Radio City Music Hall in December.
CSHS Leads
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John Rankin picked up pickleball in 2021 after retiring from Boeing—and was instantly hooked by the welcoming spirit of the community.
He’s been with the Westside Pickleball since day one at Chief Sealth, and has happily subbed at the other locations.
John started volunteering to give back to the community he loves and to support the amazing people who started Westside. He’s all heart, with a mean backhand to match.
Walkout Song: “Johnny Cool Man” by Toots and the Maytals
Bucket List: Visit all 30 MLB stadiums
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Pearl took up pickleball in January 2024 and quickly realized it’s the ultimate combo of fun and fitness. As a physician, she knows the physical and mental benefits of pickleball. She joined Westside in Spring 2025 and played at all 3 locations. Volunteering with the league gives her a sense of fulfillment. She wants to contribute to the league and make a positive impact.
Walkout Song: “Uptown Funk” featuring Bruno Mars
Bucket List: Train with an ideal partner and win a major pickleball tournament!
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Josephine’s journey into pickleball started back in 2018, when she wanted to connect to new people. In January 2023, Josephine joined Westside Pickleball, taking her commitment to the game to the next level. Josephine took on a Lead role and coordinates the set up of our 11 SwiftNets for our Sunday league at CSHS. She joined the SMPA Board in May 2025.
Walkout Song: Pharrell Williams' "Happy"
Bucketlist: Sky Diving
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Ray began playing pickleball about a year ago after his sister encouraged him to take a lesson. Soon after, he joined Westside Pickleball at the Tukwila Community Center. His love for the game inspired him to volunteer and support the league’s vibrant community.
Walkout Song: “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Pat Benatar
Bucket List: Already living the dream!
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Meet John Marino, a dedicated player whose love for the game started in the summer of 2022 at a beginner’s clinic.
By the fall of 2022, John joined Westside Pickleball at CSHS, and now plays at Tukwila CC as well, showing off skills and sportsmanship that make him a valued member of the community. But John isn’t just about playing—he’s all about giving back, happy to volunteer as one of our Leads at CSHS in charge of packing up our SwiftNets after our Sunday leagues!
Walkout Song: “Love Hurts" by Nazareth
Bucket List: Enter a televised baking competition.
CSHS Set Up Team
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Hi! I am a senior at Chief Sealth, graduating with the class of '26. I am a dedicated Varsity Cross-Country and Track and Field runner. I love being part of an active community, whether on the track or through my work with pickleball!
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Hello my name is Estrella. I'm a sophomore. Some stuff i like to do in my free time is spend time with my family and friends. I like to go walking outside and seeing the nature. I like to go to the gym and to the beach. I love animals and I like singing for the choir of my church. I play soccer since I was little, and I like to skate and swimming too.
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I am the class of 2026 at Chief Sealth, I wrestle for the school and for a club. I manage the softball team in the off-season. I enjoy painting, video games, and watching nature documentaries. My favorite dessert is brownies, and I love camping and hiking and just nature in general.