![]() The DA declined to mention how utterly ridiculous it is that the entire ordeal escalated to this point, but we just assume that’s because it goes without saying. The Denver District Attorney’s Office declined to file charges against Guney, explaining that parties would be attempting to resolve the matter through a city mediator. Guney later found legal counsel in Hollynd Hoskins, an attorney who, yeah, you guessed it. ![]() Guney turned himself into jail on March 25 and later bailed out on a PR bond. As if man made horrors beyond your comprehension aren’t enough to completely strike despair into your heart regarding the future of humanity, last month Denver officials issued an arrest warrant for the Mayor of Pickleball. He has written a letter to Denver Parks and Recreation apologizing." I have 40 letters that have been given to me that I'm submitting to the lawyer that attest to his kindness and his generosity. ![]() "He is an expert player himself but always takes time to slow down his game… to teach others to play with people of any ability. “He is what we call the mayor of pickleball," a friend of Guney’s told Denver7. It’s popular with middle schoolers and senior citizens and absolutely nobody in between. It’s essentially ping pong on a tennis court. If you read this far and still don’t know what pickleball is, we admire your tenacity. What will future generations think if the standard we set is to forgive and forget those who were simply trying their best and meant no harm?ĭon’t worry, if you think more could be done in the case of Arslan Guney, he also received an email explaining that his Parks and Recreation membership had been suspended indefinitely. Surely stemming from a human history of hanging people on crosses and subjecting accused terrorists to Christina Aguilera soundbites in Guantanamo Bay, We the People could decide on a much more brutal and fitting punishment? An arrest warrant gets issued for felony criminal mischief after some poor guy draws on the floor with a sharpie in a gesture of good faith… isn’t that punishment a little soft? The actual crime was felony criminal mischief, though the charges were later dropped when the story broke and the general public had a unilateral “Now wait just a minute here and also what the fuck” moment.Īccording to Denver7, Arslan Guney, 71, was charged with felony criminal mischief after he re-marked pickleball court boundaries with a sharpie in the Central Park Recreation Center. No, seriously, that’s what the actual article said. Interested in learning some fundamentals of the game of Pickleball? Be sure to check out the instructional tutorial link: to fast track your Pickleball knowledge! Also here is a promotional video about pickleball in Columbus.įor additional information, you may also email the Columbus Parks & Recreation Department.A Denver man was charged with a felony last month after city officials accused him of “making a pickleball court without permission.” If you are interested in learning more about the club or Pickleball in general, we recommend you visit their Facebook page or email the club for additional information. Free With A Silversneakers Or Denver Parks And Recreation Membership Or Pay A Day Pass Fee. Check out this informational video about CPC. Most of the action you see at the courts is a result of the camaraderie and efforts of the club! They assist our department by hosting clinics, organizing play times, hosting tournaments and a variety of other Pickleball related events. ![]() The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.Ĭolumbus Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Columbus are very fortunate to have a great partnership with the Columbus Pickleball Club who has helped us to grow the sport of Pickleball in our community. Public Indoor Courts Outdoor Courts Drop-In Fee. For more information contact Cook Park Recreation Center at (720円5-0610 - Send Email. Fee: Free With A Silversneakers Or Denver Parks And Recreation Membership Or Pay A Day Pass Fee. Pickleball is a paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels. Schedule: Tuesday And Thursday 10:45-11:30 pm, Wednesday 12:00-2:30 pm. Columbus Parks & Recreation Department has 6 Pickleball Courts which are located at Donner Park on Sycamore and 17th Street.
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