We have seen way too many Pickleball Facilities built without consulting people deeply imbedded in the sport. Jeff’s experience and knowledge of where the sport has come from, and where it’s headed, will be a tremendous asset to anyone who is looking into building a Pickleball Facility. It will be money well spent.
From layout and design, research, gathering bids, negotiating contracts with outside services, or petitioning and managing volunteer teams to accomplish smaller tasks, Jeff has done these things very well.
Jeff has the ability to see beyond the day to day and visualize the bigger picture. He is gifted to think outside the box, always solving problems for us, most likely comes from his design experience of over 40 years.
I have no doubt, Jeff will be a great asset to those who chose to employ his consulting or general contractor services.
Paul Richards, CPTP, CRS
IPTPA Certified Instructor & Rating Specialist
BEER CITY OPEN Co-Founder & Director
GRPC Board Member/Advanced Play
USA Pickleball Ambassador-Grand Rapids Team Lead
I realized quickly that Jeff was the Picasso of pickleball court design, compared to my paint by numbers rendition. He educated me that great pickleball courts consist of brilliant design, great playability, opportunity for social interaction, natural flow of group rotation, tournament capability and affordability, both for construction and future maintenance.
The most important take away, is to not assume you will accomplish this solely by hiring an engineering firm. You must add to the design team, one who truly understands pickleball and the facility. Jeff’s redesign completely changed our court design to meet those standards.
DGF Pickleball Court Solutions (AKA Jeff Howlett) can collaborate with your engineer to deliver excellence, not only in design, but for every aspect of constructing a facility (most likely paying for his services with design savings and deep vendor relationships).
James R. Carl
Stratelyze
Because Jeff also is a high-level player, he understands many of the intricacies that elevate a simple pickleball court, or facility, into a great place to play and/or hold events. His experience will be invaluable regardless of if your plan is simple, or complex, you will be very well-served having Jeff support you and your project.
Michael J. Bart
We have witnessed firsthand Jeffs ability to see the big picture on any project, starting with developing creative layouts and considering all the details necessary to building beautiful, functioning pickleball courts. His attention to details on demolition and court prep, fencing, shade structures, seating, storage, and people flow, and the end result a beautiful venue of21 courts to be very proud of.
As a project manager, Jeff never hesitates to give us clear direction or scope of work and makes decisions easily. He is a good leader from our perspective and earns a lot of respect from those in our industry in his position.
Neil Evans or Spencer Whiteside
Racquet Sports Inc.
It is my pleasure to enthusiastically recommend Jeff Howlett as a pickleball facility consultant. From layout and design, research, gathering bids, negotiating contracts with outside services, or petitioning and managing volunteer teams to accomplish smaller tasks, Jeff has done these things very well and is a good communicator. In short, we trust him immensely.
Andrea Remynse Koop
Bosch Killman VanderWal, P.C.
With Jeff’s experience and knowledge of the sport and his integrity, he would be an amazing asset to assist anyone who is looking into building a Pickleball Facility or even a personal court at their home. Jeff openly shares his concerns, ideas, and visions up front, but even more, he actually follows through with care, effort and the work that is needed for the success of any project. He definitely has a keen eye for details that most people don’t even consider.
Beyond his management and visionary skills, Jeff has great interpersonal skills which he has demonstrated by his success as a certified instructor. He’s a very positive motivator and creative with his instructions.
Pati Sheldon
IFP Certified Instructor
Grand Rapids Pickleball Board Secretary
Jeff is known for his ability to multitask as a board member, coach, and outdoor facility developer. Both his technical skills and interpersonal relationship skills are exceptional and highly recognized throughout the community. His knowledge, not only of the game, but also of the practical aspects of turning the dream of a pickleball court into a reality are a rare gift that I’m sure will benefit any who are wise enough to use him and his gifts.
Nikki C. Hoort
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