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Murder at West Hills: A Pickleball Murder Mystery

Posted by Lisa Knutson for West Hills Athletic Club

Join us on Saturday, June 27, from 5–8 p.m. for an unforgettable evening of pickleball, intrigue, and interactive crime-solving as we uncover who murdered West Hill Athletic Club host Rex Paddlington.

Before the event, each participant will be assigned a unique character role complete with personality traits, secrets, motives, and objectives. Throughout the evening, you'll compete in round-robin pickleball games while gathering clues, questioning suspects, and working to prove your innocence.

As the mystery unfolds, new clues will be revealed during game rotations, helping you piece together the events leading up to Rex's untimely demise. At the end of the night, everyone will have a chance to submit their guess as to who truly WHAC'ed Rex before the killer is revealed.

Prizes will be awarded for:

  • Best Detective Skills
  • Best Costume
  • Best Acting Performance
  • Most Dramatic Character

Light appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.

Register today!
WHAC App: Daily Activities/July 27 or call (269) 387-0421 pickleball desk or (269) 387-0410 main service desk.

Saturday, June 27, 2026
5 to 8 p.m.
$25.00
per person