We got to ask Judah Samples, President of UNF Pickleball Club, a couple of questions to get to know the UNF Pickleball Club club a little better. Check out the Q&A below!

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How many players does your club have?

- Our club has 20 players on our Competitive Team and around 150 Open Club players or Social players!

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When did your pickleball club start?

- Our club was originally founded in the Fall of 2022 and we established our Competitive Team in the Fall of 2023.

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Which school are you from?

- We are from the University of North Florida (UNF) and our mascot is Ozzie the Osprey.

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What are your club's goals and ambitions this year?

- UNF's club goals this year are to finish within the top 10 this year at Nationals, and we also want to continue to grow the sport on our campus!

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When is your next DUPR event?

- Our next DUPR event is the Florida Regional September 21st-22nd!
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Check out these intriguing DUPR statistics for the UNF Pickleball Club:

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1. They have secured a bid to the 2024 DUPR Collegiate Team Nationals - UPA World Championships
2. UNF made it to the semis at the Florida Super Regional
3. Evan Karcher is their highest DUPR player, maintaining a rating of 5.176 DUPR
4. Their highest ever DUPR Power Ranking was 11th in the country, and finished the 2024 spring semester at 13th

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Check out UNF Pickleball Club on Instagram!
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In case you missed it, take a look at some previous Q&A's on our Instagram below!

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Want to start your DUPR Collegiate Club? Reach out to jacob@mydupr.com or check out more info HERE!
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