Our Team

Ben Minsk

Founder & CEO

Our Story

Social, uplifting, simple to learn, and endlessly fun were just a few of the reasons Rt. 12 Pickle owner Ben Minsk
fell in love with the sport of pickleball.

What began as a casual invitation from a friend to hit a few (pickle) balls, quickly turned into a healthy obsession with the incredibly magnetic sport and an opportunity for a new kind of club in Worcester County.

While community courts are a great
place to start and play on sunny days,
Ben envisioned a dedicated, year-round community for local pickleball lovers to play, gather, and learn in a climate-controlled, welcoming setting.
The goal was to replicate the tennis club experience, but exclusively for pickleball fans.

With eight indoor pickleball courts, an on-site area serving beer and wine, and group and private lessons, clinics, and leagues, Rt. 12 Pickle is ready to welcome you to our thriving, passionate, pickleball community!

Lisa Flink

Director of Operations

Lisa comes to Rt. 12 Pickle as a recently retired strategic planner with experience in several areas of business operations. She started playing pickleball in early 2023 and considers herself a recreational player who enjoys a bit of competitive play during a game.

Whenever possible, Lisa can be found with her dog, Sammy, by her side.

Connor Howells

Director of Facilities &
Pickleball Operations

Connor is a recent graduate of Assumption University and is currently pursuing an MBA in Business Management. Outside of his studies, he enjoys reading, playing music, and spending time with friends. While he’s still a novice at pickleball, he always has a great time on the court.

Ally Delaney

Manager of Marketing Communications

Ally graduated from Merrimack College in 2020 with a Bachelor's degree in Communication & Media and Marketing. After completing her studies, she quickly immersed herself in the marketing technology industry, where she developed a strong passion for marketing, technology,

and content creation. Outside of her professional life, Ally enjoys photography and baking, and although she doesn't have pets of her own, she loves spending time with cats and dogs through her pet-sitting side gig. While she hasn't yet tried pickleball, she's excited to give it a shot!