SELKIRK SPOTLIGHT - Chris Karges
Chris Karges is one of the top Senior Pros in Pickleball! This Kentucky Grad has medaled in numerous senior pro tournaments, most recently winning bronze in Mixed Senior Pro Doubles at the Beer City Open with her partner, Dayne Gingrich.
Best/favorite meal after a few games? I love pizza , pasta, and fresh salads.
What is your top vacation spot? Why? I love Kiawah Island, South Carolina for its low key beach vibe and it's also where we spend family vacations every Christmas.
What is your favorite memory associated with Pickleball? Winning the Tournament of Champions event last August (2021) with Dayne Gingrich. We literally met at the check in desk at 8am and went onto win the Senior Mixed Pro division in this prestigious event.
Tell us about your pets? I have a Russian blue cat named Caymus I found as a stray and he thinks he's a dog .
What is your favorite color to wear on the court? I love blue because I played college tennis at University of Kentucky so GO BIG BLUE ! I also love pink as my superpower color because I survived breast cancer in 2017.
What is the best advice you can give (any topic)? Be kind