23 February 2026
Pickleball Depot 2025 BC Provincial Championships
30/7/2025 July 30th, 2025, Vancouver, BC—Hosted by the Vernon Pickleball [...]
30/7/2025
Richard said: “After 4 days, 5 events, 61 brackets and 1,002 matches, the Pickleball Depot 2025 BC Championships are ‘in the books’. The Vernon Pickleball Association’s 175 volunteers gave it all they had to provide what we hope was a memorable event for every competitor. Quality is characterized by high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution. We think we came close. After hosting two BC Championships and one Western Regional the past three years, it is the time to pass the torch to another community for 2026. While it is very hard work it is also very rewarding. We are privileged to have been trusted to take on these challenges”
About The BC Championships
Diane Brochu, one of the tournament organizers, wrote: “… more than 600 competitors played in five event categories (Singles (M/W), Doubles (M/W) and Mixed doubles) with many competitors playing in multiple events. There were 61 different brackets (skill and age levels) with 1,002 games played on the 30 courts over the four days. Players came from all corners of BC, from Massett (Haida Gwaii) to Cranbrook, Terrace to Victoria, and Surrey to Quesnel.”
Several professional players also made an appearance competing at the event, leading to some very exciting, high-level play!
Thirty-six BC referees worked hard to ensure fairness in all play. Richard Chambers, tournament Chair, highlighted that this was also a historic event as it is the first time that any province has been able to run a provincial championship (with more than 500 players) and have all accredited referees be from the home province. Previously, referees were needed from other provinces to provide the necessary numbers. Kudos to BC refs and our very own Rick Folk, Tournament Head Referee and PBCA Head Referee!
What made this extra special were the enthusiastic volunteers who came from the member and non-member base of the VPA club. About 180 volunteers showed up to help over the course of the four days. They ranged in age from 12 – 92 and all were sporting smiles, greeting people, and making Vernon proud!!
Making The Tournament Possible
According to PBCA President David Snell: “The BC Referees made a BIG difference in the success of this Tournament and a first for BC to have all referees from the province! Thanks to Rick Folk (PBCA, Executive) for acting as Head Referee, to Sharon MacDonald (PBCA, Vice President), and all the other referees for their hard work and diligence. I had many positive comments and feedback from the players on the professionalism and the seamlessness of the officiating that helped everything run smoothly with a positive ‘vibe’.
Thanks again to all who made this Provincial Championships a total success, including Richard Chambers (Chair, Tournament Committee, Vernon Pickleball Association) and all of the VPA tournament committee and volunteers!
Also, thank you to our 41 4.0+ CTPR players who have committed to play with the BC Provincial Team of 16 with 4 – 8 alternates should they be chosen. A decision regarding the final Team players will be made on or before a week after the Provincials by the Tournament Committee, headed up by our Chair Rick Folk. Our BC Provincial Team, a first for BC, will play against other provinces at a dedicated day during the Canadian National Championships in Winnipeg.
Finally, since Richard stated that they are passing the annual Provincial Championship ‘torch’ to a different community, our Tournament Committee will be sending out requests for expressions of interest for communities who would like to host the 2026 Provincials shortly.”
Dana D’Abreo and Robin D’Abreo (PBCA Executive, Coaching and Player Development) in action and signing the banner.
On the podium: Gold, Dana D’Abreo & Robin D’Abreo; Silver, Bob McIntosh & Wendy Sofiak; and Bronze, Ryan Fenrick & Michelle Davey. (Click photos to enlarge.)
On the podium: Gold, Robin D’Abreo & Armaan Jiwa Mawj; Silver: Jeremy Comazzetto & Christopher Ross; and Bronze: Sunny Buttar & Jordan Renwick.
David Snell, President PBCA and Dave Eaton past PBCA Director waiting for the ball. (Click photos to enlarge.)
Maggie Murch and Armaan Jiwa Mawji in action.
PBCA President David Snell awarding the gold medal to Maggie Murch.
On the podium: Gold, Armaan Jiwa Mawji & Maggie Murch; Silver, Eugene Mak & Isabelle Tang; and Bronze, Caelan Sampson & Margit Aardmaa.
Armaan won the Triple Crown with this bracket; Singles, 5.0 and above, age 13 and above; and Mens Doubles, 5.0 and above, age 13 and above with Robin D’Abreo. (Click photos to enlarge.)
From VPA website: “The VPA is located in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia. The VPA is a non-profit organization that operates and manages one of Canada’s largest indoor pickleball facilities. The VPA is known for its dedication to the sport, hosting major pickleball events, and a strong volunteer base willing to take on major projects—and get them done!”
Please read more about VPA here and we look forward to seeing our best players in the province next year for the PBCA Provincial Championships in a community near you!
