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Recent Breaking News Alerts
Player Brings Measuring Tape to Tournament Match
Local player Mike Thompson has escalated the line call controversy by bringing a measuring tape to his quarterfinal match at the Winter Classic.
Tournament officials are considering new rules about acceptable equipment. Rulers and yardsticks may be next.
Sarah Johnson Wins Women's Singles Amid Controversy
Sarah Johnson has won the Women's Singles final, but not without three disputed line calls and one player threatening to quit.
The match lasted 45 minutes longer than expected due to multiple referee consultations and player protests.
New Year's Tournament Registration Opens
Registration for the New Year's Tournament is now open. Early bird special: bring your own referee and get 10% off entry fee.
Tournament director promises "fewer line call disputes" this year. We'll see.
Community Center Court 3 Dispute Finally Settled
The Great Line Call Debate at Community Center Court 3 has been resolved after three weeks of heated discussions.
Solution: Players now call their own lines, and everyone agrees to disagree. Peace has returned to the pickleball community.
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đ¨ BREAKING: Player brings measuring tape to tournament match! Tournament officials considering new equipment rules. Full story coming soon.
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đ UPDATE: Sarah Johnson wins Women's Singles final amid controversy. Three disputed line calls, one player threatens to quit. Drama level: Maximum.
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đž NEWS: New Year's Tournament registration now open! Early bird special: bring your own referee, get 10% off. Because we know you have one.
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Measuring tape incidents, referee resignations, court closures
â ī¸ High Priority
Tournament upsets, major controversies, player scandals
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â Resolved Issues
Controversies settled, disputes resolved, peace restored
đ Drama Updates
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đ Event Reminders
Tournament dates, registration deadlines, community meetings
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