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The Pearl is a pickleball tournament hosted by PPCOFNJ! Players will be dressed in WHITE on the courts — making this a bold, bright, and unforgettable celebration of pickleball.
PILIPINAS PICKLEBALL CLUB OF NEW JERSEY BOARD MEMBERS
As the Board Members of PPCOFNJ, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in and supported our 1st Annual Philippines Independence Day Fundraising Pickleball Tournament. Congratulations to all the winners! We also express our gratitude to our major sponsors, the Taubman family and Selkirk, as well as to Joola, Engage Pickleball, Bread and Butter, Soju Spa, Dick's Sporting Goods, Thrive, Holbrook, the NY Giants, Anthony Volpe, Lucia Gagnon, and our anonymous sponsors.
PILIPINAS PICKLEBALL CLUB OF NEW JERSEY
Our Mission
Pilipinas Pickleball Club of New Jersey (PPCofNJ) is to advance the development and expansion of pickleball throughout the state of New Jersey. Through organized fundraising tournaments, we aim to contribute meaningfully to communities in need, aligning our efforts with philanthropic endeavors while fostering the growth and appreciation of pickleball as a sport.
Our Purpose
The Pilipinas Pickleball Club of New Jersey (PPCofNJ) is dedicated to promoting and developing pickleball within the local community. Our primary objectives are to create awareness and accessibility to the sport, foster inclusivity by embracing individuals from diverse backgrounds, and offer educational opportunities and skill development, particularly for the youth, while upholding values of sportsmanship and integrity. We aim to advocate for dedicated pickleball facilities in our area, ensuring year-round play, and actively engaging in charitable initiatives to give back to the community. Through collaboration and partnerships, we seek to collectively advance pickleball, enrich lives, and create a thriving and inclusive pickleball community in New Jersey.
BOARD MEMBERS
Marrianne "Em" Melo
Minerva "Min" Layug-Gomez
Minerva "Min" Layug-Gomez
Chief Executive Director
Minerva "Min" Layug-Gomez
Minerva "Min" Layug-Gomez
Minerva "Min" Layug-Gomez
Chief Operating Director
Rio Baltazar
Minerva "Min" Layug-Gomez
Rio Baltazar
Administrative Coordinator
Dan Pascual
Anderson Castillo
Rio Baltazar
Chief Financial Director
Anderson Castillo
Anderson Castillo
Anderson Castillo
Public Relations Officer
Kyle Aquilato
Anderson Castillo
Anderson Castillo
Digital Administrator
Rowena Vicente-Africa
Rowena Vicente-Africa
Rowena Vicente-Africa
Advisory Specialist
Jamie Flores
Rowena Vicente-Africa
Rowena Vicente-Africa
Advisory Specialist
Marlito "Marr" Flores
Rowena Vicente-Africa
Marlito "Marr" Flores
Coach & Educator
Oscar "Cary" Africa
Cecilia "Ceil" Gomez
Marlito "Marr" Flores
Certified PPR Coach & Educator
Cecilia "Ceil" Gomez
Cecilia "Ceil" Gomez
Cecilia "Ceil" Gomez
Operations Manager
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