Hello Doogies!

Wellllll… Mother Nature decided she’s the boss this weekend 🥶

As much as we were SO excited to kick off the weekend together with our Kickball Tournament and Team Doogie Social, the forecast is looking a little too cold and windy (and maybe even rainy) for a fun day outside. To keep everyone warm, healthy, and happy, we’ve made the call to postpone both events this weekend.

Are we bummed? Totally. ☹️ But we also know this just means we get to come back later with sunshine, warmer temps, and an even better spring event!

The good news is we’re already working on rescheduling for the March or April timeframe, when Florida decides to be Florida again. We can’t wait to turn it into an amazing get-together for the whole Team Doogie community.

For anyone who already registered and paid, refunds will be issued this week. Once a new date is locked in, we’ll share all the fun details.

Now for the important question…

Since we suddenly have a free Saturday, what should we do instead?!

Bowling alley meet-up mid-day?

Lunch at Blue Heron?

Something totally different?

If you have ideas or would like to be included in whatever fun plan we come up with, reach out and let me know! We’d still love to spend some time together... INSIDE! 

Quick heads up for the next week or so:

If you’re planning to attend any Team Doogie events coming up, please keep an eye on our “What’s New” page on our website for updates. Mother Nature isn’t exactly on our side right now, and we may have a few weather-related changes.

Thank you all so much for being flexible, positive, and full of "Fun First. Win Later." energy. Spring kickball (and a great Team Doogie Social) is coming soon… and it’s going to be worth the wait! 

In the meantime, stay warm and healthy and we hope to see you all soon 🤗

Hi Volleyball Doogies!

I wanted to share a quick update for Thursday night volleyball in Punta Gorda.

Instead of jumping straight into league play this week, we’re switching gears and hosting a blind-draw volleyball night! This gives us a chance to play, socialize, and see if we can put together a few more teams to launch a strong Thursday night league.

📍 Location

Carmalita Park | Punta Gorda

⏰ Timing

• Registration opens at 6:00 PM

• Blind-draw tournament starts at 6:30 PM

💲 Cost

• $5 per person

Our plan is simple:

• If we’re able to form enough teams, we’ll move forward with a Thursday night league

• If not, we’ll continue with Thursday night blind-draw volleyball, which is always a fun and social way to play and meet people

This is a great night to socialize, meet new people, and play volleyball without pressure. It’s also a really good opportunity to help us see what Thursday nights can become.

Please help us spread the word:

If you have friends who have not played with us in a while or who have never played with Team Doogie before, please feel free to forward this email or invite them to join you tonight. The more people we have out there, the better chance we have of building a strong and fun Thursday night league.

One quick note for tonight and moving forward

Our very own CALLIE will be running Thursday nights in Punta Gorda, and we’re so lucky to have her. Please be kind, patient, and awesome to her. She truly is amazing and we couldn’t do this without her!

If you can’t make it out tonight, we’d still love to see you soon. We also host blind-draw volleyball every Monday & Friday night in Port Charlotte at Centennial Park, and tomorrow night is no exception.

Thank you for being flexible as we grow Thursday evenings together. The best leagues start with the right people and the right energy, and Thursday nights are all about that.

We hope to see you out there!

Fun First. Win Later. 💛

Happy New Year, Team Doogies!

A new year always brings that little spark of motivation. Maybe you promised yourself you’d move more, get out of the house, or finally meet some new people. Good news: you don’t have to do any of that alone. Team Doogie Adult Sports & Social Club is here for movement, connection, and a whole lot of fun, and January is the perfect time to jump in.

💫 Leagues start THIS WEEK!

Yep, it’s happening! Our winter leagues are kicking off and we’d love to have you out there with us:

• Volleyball League –Tuesday evenings in Port Charlotte

• Pickleball League –Wednesday evenings in Port Charlotte

• Volleyball  League –Thursday evenings in Punta Gorda

• Cornhole League – Friday evenings in Port Charlotte

These 6-week leagues are all about great games, lots of laughs, and that magical feeling of actually looking forward to a weeknight.

👉 Haven’t signed up yet? WHAT are you waiting for??

This is your sign! Come play, meet the best people around, and give your evenings something fun to look forward to.

Sign up here: https://www.teamdoogie.com/all-events

🙌 Already signed up?

We can't wait to see you all!! Keep an eye on your inbox this afternoon for league updates, schedules, and roster info coming your way.

🫣 Not ready for a 6-week commitment? Totally okay.

We’ll still have blind-draw nights throughout January. Show up, get mixed into games, play a little, laugh a lot, and head home happy. Easy peasy. This is what we have planned, but be sure to check out the calendar for any updates

• Volleyball Blind Draw –Monday evenings in Port Charlotte

• Pickleball Blind Draw (for Beginners) –Tuesday evenings in Port Charlotte

• Volleyball Blind Draw –Friday evenings in Port Charlotte

✨ JANUARY FOCUS: New Year, New Doogies

This month is all about saying yes to connection. Our January challenge is simple:

👉 Meet someone new at Team Doogie! Say hi. Introduce yourself. Jump into a conversation. You never know… some of your next favorite people might be standing right next to you. I mean it when I say I know all my friends from Team Doogie. 

📸 Weekly Contest!

Phones at the ready! We want to capture those real Doogie moments: smiles, laughter, high-fives, friendships forming, and pure joy. See a moment that makes you smile? Snap it and send it my way. Send as many photos as you’d like. We’ll pick a winner every week! (email: katy@teamdoogie.com)

🧣 Blanket & Warm Clothing Drive

Let’s spread the warmth beyond the courts. All month long, please bring any new or gently used (and cleaned) blankets or warm clothing to any Team Doogie event. We’ll be donating weekly to the Homeless Coalition of Port Charlotte, helping keep our neighbors warm this season.

🙉 You asked… and we listened.

We’re planning a Kickball Tournament on January 31st! More details are coming soon, so start gathering your people and keep an eye out for updates.

💛 Fun First. Win Later. Always.

If you’re new here, this isn’t just a slogan. It’s how we play. We cheer loud, welcome everyone, and remember that the best wins happen off the scoreboard.

👕 Pssst… one last tease

New Team Doogie merch is in the works. Cozy, fun, and very “you’re going to want to wear this.” Stay tuned.

No matter how you show up: joining a league, dropping into blind-draw, bringing a friend, or just coming out to see what we’re all about; we’re so excited to see you!

Here’s to new faces, new friendships, and a whole lot of fun in 2026.

Happy NYE Team Doogies!

Just a quick reminder as we head into the final countdown of 2025… you have about 12 hours left to take advantage of our league sign-up discount before it disappears at midnight tonight!

If you’ve been thinking about joining us next week for our Winter leagues, this is your sign!

New friends, lots of laughs, some friendly competition, and a whole lot of Fun First, Win Later energy are waiting for you.

🔗 Click here to Register

👉 Use code: SAVEONFUN

⏰ Expires tonight at 12/31, midnight

Sign up now, do a happy dance, and head into the New Year knowing you’ve got something fun on the calendar to look forward to 🎉

Thanks for being part of this amazing community. We can’t wait to kick off 2026 with you!

As always, Fun First, Win Later!

Hi Team Doogies!

Friendly reminder that Christmas is only 10 days away (how did that happen?!) 🎅

Before we jump into the final stretch of 2025, we want to send a HUGE thank you to everyone who donated food for the YMCA Holiday Food Drive last week. Because of you, we were able to collect some seriously amazing donations.

And to help even more, all money collected from blind-draw entry fees last week is being donated directly to YMCA families to help purchase fresh items for their holiday meals like turkey, ham, butter, milk, and other essentials. You played, you gave, and you helped make the holidays brighter for local families in need. That’s Team Doogie magic!!

🗓 What’s left in 2025

We’ve got some fun events left before we officially wrap up the year!

👇 Check out the calendar image for all remaining December events, including blind-draw nights and our Holiday Volleyball Tournament.

🎄 Holiday Volleyball Tournament Reminder

If you’re planning to play in our Holiday Volleyball Tournament, please be sure to register before midnight on Wednesday to lock in the lower price. After that, registration increases to $15 per person.

✨ Looking Ahead to 2026

We’re already lining up another amazing year with winter leagues starting in early January, more volleyball, pickleball, cornhole, and plenty of Fun First, Win Later moments ahead. Registration is OPEN!

🎁 Bonus for reading this email!

Because you made it this far (gold star ⭐), here’s a little thank-you:

Sign up for TWO different 2026 leagues and receive a $15 credit on your Team Doogie account for next season! (Promo ends 12/31/25)

More leagues, more fun, and a little extra Team Doogie love coming back your way!

Thank you for being such a generous, supportive, and fun-loving community. Let’s finish 2025 strong and roll into 2026 together!

Happy Sunday!! 

Just a friendly reminder that our beach cleanup is happening today – rain or shine! We’ll be set up at the pavilion near the playground and ready to start by 3pm. Swing by anytime after 3 to check in, grab supplies, and help us keep our beach beautiful.

And because we always bring the fun…

🏆 Cleanup Contests

* Most cigarette butts collected

* Most unique item found

* Largest item found

Bring your competitive spirit, and your kiddos, because this event is totally family-friendly. It’s a great way for kids and adults to work together, give back to the community, and explore the beach with a purpose.

🎁 BONUS: League Discount!

Everyone who checks in will receive a discount off January leagues as a thank-you for showing up and helping out.

A few quick reminders

* All ages welcome

* Supplies provided

* Dress for the weather; we’re rolling rain or shine

* Stay as long or as little as you’d like

See you at 3pm under the pavilion!

Happy Sunday Team Doogies!

Thanks again for reading my very long email earlier this weekend: Truly, gold stars for all of you. I promise this one is short and sweet!

Just a quick nudge that our Black Friday discount ends TONIGHT at midnight.

Make sure to check that original email for the $15 OFF January leagues discount code. It's waiting for you in there! (And that code is only available to you, as loyal Team Doogie followers!)

And a few fun reminders for 2026:

• Thursday Volleyball is BACK in Punta Gorda!

• Friday Cornhole League returns! 

• Plus continuation of our weekly Blind-Draw Volleyball, Blind-Draw Cornhole, and Blind-Draw Pickleball events if you want drop-in fun, new friends, and big Team Doogie energy!

Enjoy the rest of your Sunday, and hope to see you soon!

Team Doogies,

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with friends and family. I know I did!

As we come close to wrapping up 2025, a year filled with new friendships, new sports, new sponsors, new inside jokes, and more sand in our cars than any of us want to publicly admit, I wanted to take a moment to say something simple and true:

I am really, truly grateful for all of you.

Why I'm grateful:

I’m grateful for every single Doogie who showed up this year with good vibes, big laughs, helpful hands, and “fun first, win later” energy.

For the players who cheer on strangers.

For the subs who save entire evenings.

For the friends and family who come to support their favorite Doogie players.

For the brand new players who were nervous at first, then became regulars.

For the people who make Team Doogie feel like home, especially on their "off" days.

And yes, even for the ones who insist they “hate” our Fun First, Win Later motto but still show up with love, compassion, and full Doogie spirit, even though we know deep down you’re here for the competition and plan to win the whole night. We see you. We appreciate you. And we know behind that competitive façade is a softie.

You make this club more than sports. You make it a community. And I hope you feel proud of that.

Team Doogie 2025 Highlights (Look What We Did)

This year, so far, we…

Launched even more blind draw nights and watched them explode with new friendships

Welcomed amazing new sponsors who support our chaos in the best ways: Moe's Southwest Grill, MickArtistry Hair Studio, Blue Heron Pizza Pub, Franz Ross YMCA. WE THANK YOU!

Grew our leagues across volleyball, pickleball, and cornhole

Hit our biggest attendance numbers ever!

Watched brand new players become regulars and regulars become family

Celebrated Doogie weddings, real love stories evolving right on the courts

Cheered for Doogie babies on the way, the future tiny athletes of our crew

Added theme nights, fun contests, silly traditions, and a whole lot of laughter

Welcomed Callie, Genie and Rae to our staff and built the foundation for an epic 2026

Became a safe, silly, joyful space people genuinely want to be each week

2025 wasn’t just a good year. It was a Doogie chapter we will all remember. (When we're old-er and gray-er, we will look back on these moments as the best memories!)

A Special Promo Code Just for Team Doogies

This is only for our dedicated Doogies, the folks who show up, support, cheer, keep score, pick up stray balls, and build this community with us.

Use code: "WINLATER"

For: $15 off any January 2026 league

Valid through: November 30, 2025

You earned this!

Sports Coming in January 2026

We’re kicking off the new year with new (and existing leagues):

  Tuesday Night Sand Volleyball in Port Charlotte (Centennial Park)

  Wednesday Night Pickleball in Port Charlotte (Franz Ross Park)

  Thursday Night Sand Volleyball League in Punta Gorda (Carmalita Park)

  Friday Night Cornhole League in Port Charlotte (Centennial Park)

And of course: Blind draw events continue all year long!

Not Ready for a League?

Life is busy. Schedules are wild. We get it.

That’s why we have $5 blind draw nights, perfect for:

new players

casual players

competitive players

“I don’t know if I’m good enough” players, spoiler, you are though!

“I just want to laugh and move around” players

“my friends dragged me here” players

Just show up on Monday (volleyball), Tuesday (pickleball), or Friday (volleyball) and hop in!

Remaining 2025 Events

Here’s how we’re closing out the year (Add them ALL to your calendar!):

  TONIGHT (11/28)!: Volleyball AND cornhole blind draws! Bring visiting family and friends! 

  Monday nights (12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22 & 12/29): Blind draw sand volleyball at Centennial Park in Port Charlotte

  Tuesday nights (12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 12/30): Blind-draw Pickleball-Poker Tournaments in Port Charlotte

  Friday nights (12/5, 12/13): Volleyball and cornhole blind draws at Centennial Park in Port Charlotte

  Sunday, 12/7: Sunset Beach Cleanup at Englewood Beach

  Tuesday, 12/9: Volleyball League Finals!

  Wednesday, 12/17: Pickleball Finals! 

  Friday, 12/19: Holiday Sand Volleyball Tournament, teams and free agents welcome

A Note From Me (Grab a tissue!)

Thank you for trusting me.

Thank you for supporting Team Doogie.

Thank you for showing up even on hot nights, cold nights, windy nights, “I might fall asleep in my car” nights, and “my bed is calling but I want to play” nights.

This year, I watched Team Doogie become more than courts, balls, and schedules.

It became the place people come to breathe. To unwind. To let go. To laugh too loud. To forget the world for a few hours when the world feels a lot.

A place where you can be sweaty, silly, competitive, awkward, amazing, or whatever version of you arrives that day, and still feel completely welcome.

It's the truth when I say “I know all my friends from Team Doogie” And this part means more to me than you probably know.

Thank you for letting me, and all of us, be part of your biggest moments. Your graduations. Your weddings. Your “we’re having a baby” announcements. Your birthdays. Your job wins. Your personal triumphs. Every piece of your life you choose to share with your Team Doogie family.

It is an honor to celebrate your joy with you.

You are not just players.

You are not just teams.

You are a family. A chosen family. The kind you look forward to seeing. The kind that makes the heavy days lighter.

I hope you feel proud of what you’ve help built here. I know I do.

One Last Thing: The Official Team Doogie Challenge

To end this in true Doogie fashion, here is your end of year challenge:

Before 2025 ends, do one perfectly Team Doogie thing:

Bring a friend to a blind draw

Teach a newbie the rules

Cheer for another team like they are your own

Take a goofy team photo and tag us

Congratulate a Doogie couple or a Doogie to be parent

Help someone feel welcome on their first night

Or show up with your brightest, silliest, most joyful energy

If you complete the challenge, you get bragging rights, a sprinkle of 2026 good luck, and the satisfaction of knowing you made our community even stronger.

Happy Sunday Team Doogies! 

We’re wrapping up Fall with a smash and kicking off Winter with more fun than ever! Let’s start with the big one…

🥇 Pickleball Championship Night – This Wednesday!

Come out and cheer for your favorite players as we crown our Pickleball Fall Champions! 🏆

It’s going to be an epic night of friendly competition, high fives, and Team Doogie energy! To make it even better…

👕 All supporters who come to cheer will receive a FREE Team Doogie t-shirt (while supplies last)!

So grab your friends, bring your chairs, and help us make Championship Night one to remember!

📸 Later this week, Check out the website for photos of ALL our Fall League Winners! www.teamdoogie.com/gallery

🏐 Winter Leagues Are Almost Here!

Our Winter Volleyball and Winter Pickleball leagues are right around the corner!

🏐 Volleyball starts THIS Tuesday, November 4 (IN TWO DAYS!)

🥒 Pickleball starts NEXT Wednesday, November 12

💸 Use promo code: WINTERISCOMING for $5 OFF your registration!

(Yes, it’s a Game of Thrones joke, but unlike the North, our Winter comes with sunshine, friends, and good vibes 😎.)

🎯 Register NOW!

Each season runs for just 6 weeks! That's short enough to fit your schedule, but long enough to make new friends and rack up good vibes.

🌟 Volleyball Highlights

We’ve had an amazing few months, and it’s all thanks to YOU!

🏆 Fall Volleyball League Champs

Huge congrats to our winners for bringing the heat all season!

🥇 Mikey's Spikeys: Mike, Megan, Stony and Delaney! (Winners received free entry this Winter Season AND FREE Personalized Team Doogie Shirts!)

🥈 Call Me Daddy: Seth, Natalie, Christian and Kenny! (Even second place got free entry this time!)

💥 Monday Night Blind-Draw Volleyball has been a huge success! It's been the perfect mix of new faces, familiar friends, and tons of laughter. THANK YOU!

🎯 NEW Friday Night Blind-Draw Volleyball & CORNHOLE!

You asked, we delivered! Fridays at Centennial Park are now all about fun, games, and good company. AND STILL only $5 per person. (Registration will start at 6:10pm, just like Mondays)

🌊 Save the Date: Sunday, December 7 – Englewood Beach Cleanup & Sunset Watch from 3pm - 6pm

Join us for an evening of giving back and good vibes!

We’ll clean up Englewood Beach, then kick back together to watch the sunset and celebrate our amazing community. 🌅

🤝 A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors!

We couldn’t do what we do without our incredible partners!

Special thanks to:

🌯 Moe’s Southwest Grill

💇‍♀️ MickArtistry Hair Studio

🍕 Blue Heron Pizza Pub

💪 Franz Ross YMCA

Your support keeps the fun rolling! We appreciate you being part of the Team Doogie family!

💰 Want to Join the Team Doogie Sponsor Squad?

Sponsorships start as low as $250 and include awesome perks like:

✨ Your logo featured on our website and social media

👕 Brand placement on Team Doogie t-shirts worn by players and fans

🎯 Opportunities to promote your business at events and special theme nights

Help us keep the fun going while putting your brand in front of hundreds of active, social locals!

👉 Email katy@teamdoogie.com for info on becoming a 2026 sponsor!

🚀 Looking Ahead to 2026

We’re planning more sports, more theme nights, more weekend events, more tournaments, and more community fun than ever before. 2026 is shaping up to be our biggest (and most fun) year yet!

💛 Thank You, Doogie Fam!

Every cheer, share, tag, laugh, and high five helps make Team Doogie the community we love. You’re the reason we keep growing and we’re so grateful for every single one of you!

Let’s close out 2025 strong and roll into Winter with cooler temps, more laughs, and more Team Doogie-style fun!

Fun First, Win Later!

Hey Team Doogie Family! 

It’s almost time for our Team Doogie Halloween Bash! Join us THIS Friday, October 31st at Centennial Park for a night packed with laughter, costumes, and our fan-favorite photo booth! 🎃📸

This one’s adults only (18+) and open to everyone — whether we see you all the time or you just love hanging with the Team Doogie crew.

🎟️ Cost: $10 per person

🕕 Time: 6-9pm

📍 Where: Centennial Park Sand Volleyball Courts, Port Charlotte

💡 What to Expect:

📸 Epic Costume Photo Booth! Photos will be posted online the next day so you can grab, tag, and share your favorite spooky or silly moments!

🏐 Volleyball, Cornhole & “Beer” Pong! (We’ll have equipment, you bring the good times!)

🎲 Blind-draw or pick-up games: or just kick back, cheer, and enjoy the laughs.

👑 Prizes for Best Costumes!

🧺 BYO snacks and beverages to share: let’s make it a true Team Doogie-style potluck!

⏰ Stay for a bit or the whole night! Snap some photos, play a few rounds, and celebrate with your Team Doogie family.

✨ Can’t make it Friday? We’ll miss you — but we still want to see your costumes!

Post your Halloween photos and tag us on Facebook or Instagram (@teamdoogie) for a chance to be featured — we’ll be picking a few “Best Costume” winners from social too! 🎉

Let’s wrap it up the fall season the only way we know how: Fun First, Win Later!