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HistóriaYeppoon Pickleball’s coaching team: Mick Witham and Charl van der Merwe
Yeppoon Pickleball’s coaching setup features two familiar figures: Mick Witham, an Australian 65+ Gold Medallist and senior mentor, and Charl van der Merwe, who leads junior development programs and structured adult masterclasses. [1][2]Witham brings senior experience and is available for player mentoring and coaching at 0459 477 696 or mickithappen1@gmail.com. [1]Van der Merwe’s pathways focus on juniors and adult skill-building; he can be contacted at 0425 175 878 or cvdm_6@hotmail.com. [1]Beyond coaching, the club’s program highlights regular social and competitive play and showcases events such as the Yeppoon Pickleball Festival 2026, the Yeppoon Battle of the Regions, and the Retro Classic 50+ Tournament; the festival lists Robyn Booth as tournament manager. [2]