First responders experience traumatic events on a frequent basis. Join us for a weekend of pickleball as we raise money to be able to support our heroes mental health. 100% of the profit raised will go directly to Kosciusko County first responders.

This tournament will be played on 8 outdoor courts with 4 being permanent courts and 4 being temporary courts.

This tournament is sponsored by Diadem. The official pickleball will be the Diadem Power Premier- Yellow.

The tournament divisions will be based upon skill level: 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, and 4.0+

This tournament will be round robin with a playoff.

1 game to 11 win by 2 in round robin play

1 game to 15 win by 2 in playoff round

2 timeouts per game

The top four teams in each bracket will advance to the playoff. Top teams selection is based on total wins from round robin games. If a tie-breaker is needed, the head-to-head play will be looked at first followed by total points scored.

Tournament Director may change any aspect of the tournament at any time - format, bracket sizes, length of games, playoff structure, ball, start times, etc.

ADDITIONAL INFO:

Each registration includes a Swag Bag, T-shirt, free water and snacks, and one free raffle ticket. This tournament will have a misting tent and misting fans, a shaded area to sit between games (bring a lawn chair), food for purchase during lunch time hours, and a Kona Ice truck selling snow cones. There will also be a raffle with participants receiving a free entry ticket and additional tickets for purchase on site.

A list of donors and raffle items coming soon! Last year we had an amazing raffle so be sure to check our social media pages for updates as we get closer to the event!

There will be activities including a K9 Demo, art activities, and other first responder themed events on BOTH days. Several first responder agencies in the county will also have emergency vehicles present for participants and the general public to check out and take photographs with.

The location has access to a splash pad, a beach area, open pavilion area, a very nice park, and a greenway trail. Invite your family and friends to cheer you on and have fun at the Winona Lake Limitless Park between games!

REFUND POLICY

This Tournament will be held outdoors and will be held rain or shine. If there is inclement weather, the tournament will be held in the Gordon Student Rec. Center at Grace College.

Any withdrawals will forfeit the service fee.

Any withdrawals after July 16, 2024 will forfeit Registration, event, and service fees.