No amount of July heat or humidity could deter this group of avid pickleball players from getting in a few games at Frank McCullough Park. RIGHT: James Gee and George Grossner still have some energy left to take on Dan Morton and Laine Hardcastle while Dennis Gough and Don Stahley, take a break.Additional photos appear on Page A12.PRESS PHOTO BY KATHY HASSICK

This hearty group of pickleball players stand for a photo after a few hours of play on a hot and humid day at Frank McCullough Park. Pictured, left to right: George Grossner, James Gee, Don Stahley, Dennis Gough, Dan Morton and Laine Hardcastle.

PRESS PHOTOS BY KATHY HASSICKGeorge Grossner and Laine Hardcastle take a break from the heat under the shade of tree.