LCSOCAAA Christmas in July Charity Tournament

• Completed - 153 players

153 players registered

Jul 27, 2024 - Jul 28, 2024

• Completed - 153 players

Jul 27, 2024 - Jul 28, 2024

Tournament Description

Licking County Sheriff's Office Citizen's Academy Alumni Association & Lou & Gib Reese Ice Arena Present:

Christmas in July Charity Pickleball Tournament

Help us spread some holiday cheer to local families in need!

Join us for a fun-filled pickleball tournament with all proceeds going towards providing Christmas for less fortunate families in Licking County.

Tournament Details:

Dates: Saturday, July 27th: Men's Doubles & Women's Doubles

Sunday, July 28th: Mixed Doubles

Location: 936 Sharon Valley Road, Newark, OH 43055

Tournament Format: USA Pickleball Association Official Tournament Rules Apply. (Even though this is not a sanctioned event)

Men's Doubles: (Played on Saturday, July 27)

4.0 Skill Level (8 Teams Max) - Top 3 finishers earn Gold, Silver, Bronze medals.

3.5 Skill Level (16 Teams Max) - Top 3 finishers earn Gold, Silver, Bronze medals.

3.0 Skill Level (8 Teams Max) - Top 3 finishers earn Gold, Silver, Bronze medals.

Women's Doubles: (Played on Saturday, July 27)

4.0 Skill Level (8 Teams Max) - Top 3 finishers earn Gold, Silver, Bronze medals.

3.5 Skill Level (16 Teams Max) - Top 3 finishers earn Gold, Silver, Bronze medals.

3.0 Skill Level (8 Teams Max) - Top 3 finishers earn Gold, Silver, Bronze medals.

Mixed Doubles: (Played on Sunday, July 28th)

4.0 Skill Level (16 Teams Max) - Top 3 finishers earn Gold, Silver, Bronze medals.

3.5 Skill Level (16 Teams Max) - Top 3 finishers earn Gold, Silver, Bronze medals.

3.0 Skill Level (16 Teams Max) - Top 3 finishers earn Gold, Silver, Bronze medals.

General Tournament Rules:

-Round Robin play for all groups unless otherwise announced.

-Games to 11 points, win by 2.

-Ranking determined by Win/Loss record. Ties are broken by head-to-head record, then points for, then points against.

-One person from each team verifies the score after each game by signing initials on the scorecard.

-Play only on assigned courts unless approved by the tournament director.

-Do not start play until the scoresheet is delivered to your court.

-First team to reach 6 points initiates side change.

-Two standard, one-minute timeouts per game.

-Standard serving procedures (#1 or #2 determines which team selects serve or side).

Join us for a fun day of competition and help us bring some Christmas cheer to those in need!

Additional Information

Calling All Pickleball Players and Community Members!

Join the Licking County Sheriff's Office Citizen's Academy Alumni Association for a fun-filled Christmas in July Charity Pickleball Tournament!

Help us spread holiday cheer and raise money for local families in need.

Here's what you can look forward to:

Pickleball Tournament: Play competitively in various skill levels.

Festive Flair: Show off your most festive pickleball attire and compete for the "Most Festive Costume" award!

Food Trucks: Enjoy delicious food and refreshments from a variety of food trucks.

Community Event: This is a fun event for the whole family! Spectators are welcome.

Meet Therapy K-9 Stella: Come say hello to Sheriff's Office K-9 Stella!

Special Guest: Hawaiian Santa will be making a special visit on Sunday!

Paddle Battle of the Licking County Sheriff's Office Divisions (Sunday, 5:30 PM): Cheer on your favorite Licking County Sheriff's Office division in this exhibition match!

Don't miss out on this exciting day of competition, community spirit, and holiday fun!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Refund Policy

Any withdrawals before registration closes on July 20, 2024, will incur $10 processing fee. Pickleballbracket services are non-refundable.

Withdrawals after registration closes on July 20, 2024, no refunds will be processed. Thank you for your contribution to our charity.

Venue Details

Lou & Gib Reese Ice Arena

936 Sharon Valley Rd
Newark, Ohio, 43055
United States

Parking Information

Parking Fee: No Fee

Weather

Rain or Shine Information:

We want this to be a fun event for everyone, but we understand that Ohio weather can be unpredictable. Here's what you need to know in case of rain:

Primary Date: July 27th and 28th.

Rain Date: The following weekend, August 3rd and 4th.

We will closely monitor the weather forecast and announce any changes by July 26th.

In the case of rain on both our original and rain dates:

If we are unable to secure an indoor venue, the event will be unfortunately cancelled.

Your registration fee will then be considered a donation to support providing Christmas for local families in need.

No refunds will be issued.

We appreciate your understanding and flexibility. We're committed to making this a successful event, rain or shine!

Health & Safety

Health and Safety at the Christmas in July Charity Pickleball Tournament!

Your health and safety are our top priority! This is an outdoor event, so please take steps to stay cool, hydrated, and protected from the sun.

Medical Emergencies:

If you experience any medical emergencies during the event, please alert a tournament official immediately.

Let's all work together to have a safe and fun-filled tournament!