Welcome to the Big Bend Fall Frenzy. The Tournament will be played at Daniel B. Chaires Park at 4768 Chaires Cross Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32317

Big Bend Fall Frenzy Pickleball Tournament Ways to Give

Thank you so much for your kindness and support in helping those affected by Hurricane Helene. This storm has been devastating for both Florida and Western North Carolina. While Tallahassee was narrowly missed, nearby communities like Steinhatchee and Perry were hit hard by the storm’s powerful winds and rain, causing significant damage and flooding. In Western North Carolina, the region’s mountainous landscape made it especially vulnerable, leading to dangerous flash floods, landslides, and widespread destruction of homes and infrastructure.

Your monetary donations will go directly to trusted charities providing immediate relief in both Florida and WNC, ensuring families receive the shelter, food, clean water, and supplies they desperately need, while your tangible donations will be donated directly to the areas and local individuals and communities impacted. These contributions will help communities recover and rebuild in the face of overwhelming loss. Thank you for standing with us and making a lasting impact on the lives of those in need. Your generosity brings hope and relief to those hardest hit.

Supplies

• Life straws

• Portable camping shower

• Towels

• Non perishable food items

• Underwear/socks

• Clothing

• Shoes / rain boots

• Jackets and clothes for cold weather/hand warmers/ heavy duty waterproof blankets

• Sleeping bags

• Diapers

• Benadryl, baby aspirin, and other medical supplies

• Formula

• Wipes

• Feminine hygiene products

• Travel size toiletries

• Bug spray

• Water

• Pet food, pet meds

• waterless bath

• Bedding/linens/blankets

• Cleaning supplies

• Batteries

• Flashlights/solar lanterns

• Hand sanitizer

• Tarps

• Contractor Sized Trash bags

• Shovels/Brooms

• Coolers

• Gloves

• Generators

• Charcoals

• Lighters

• Vet medical supplies

• Safety goggles/ Face shields

• Chemical resistant clothing/Boots

• Can openers

Charities to donate to:

Samaritan’s Purse

Very involved in efforts and projects across the US and world. Based in Boone, NC and now a storm is in their own back yard and they still brought help to 5 locations in 4 states. They are reputable, well known, and have the resources to really make things happen

https://www.samaritanspurse.org/article/pray-for-those-in-helenes-path/

Brother Wolf

A local no-kill shelter in Biltmore Village that was severely damaged and all dogs had to be fostered. https://www.bwar.org

The schedule is as follows:

Friday, October 25th-Women's Doubles

Saturday October 26th - Men's Doubles

Sunday October 27th - Mixed Doubles

Competition each day will begin as early as 8:00 AM. Times listed on the registration are tentative. Specific start times for each event will be posted and emailed to players the week of to the event.

Registration fee is $55 and includes all events. The tournament will be based upon age and skill levels. Divisions may be combined based upon the number of participants. All times are tentative and subject to change.

Skills levels include 2.5 (Recreational),3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5 and above

A team must play at the skill level of the higher rated player and the age group of the younger player. Age is calculated as of 12/31/2024.

The format will based upon the number of registrants per division.

You may register and identify your partner or request "Need partner". Your partner must register within five days of your registration or the team will be moved to the wait list. When the identified partner registers after the five day grace period, the team will automatically move from the wait list back to the active list if there is a slot available and both teams have paid. If a player needs a partner, the team will automatically move from the wait list to the active list once a partner is identified, registers, and both players have paid if there is an available slot to move to. NOTE: Your spot in the tournament is not guaranteed until your partner has registered and all fees have been paid in full.

There are no referees. Matches are self-monitored. If a referee is requested, we will do our best to provide one.

Cancellation deadline is 11pm on October 20, 2024.

We will make every effort to complete all events. Tournament Director reserves the right to change format, shorten games, or make any other changes they feel will help complete the event.

Players who do not show up for their event and fail to notify the tournament director prior will not be refunded.

This is an outdoor tournament. There are no refunds for weather related cancellations.

We will make every effort to complete all events.