Life After Ball® Annual Pickleball Classic Play With Purpose The Life After Ball® Annual Pickleball Classic is more than a tournament—it's an opportunity to compete, connect, and make a lasting impact.
Hosted by Life After Ball®, this event brings together the pickleball community for a day of competition, camaraderie, and purpose while supporting two incredible organizations dedicated to serving others.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, making this tournament a meaningful opportunity to honor survivors, remember loved ones, and support those currently battling breast cancer through the Larry Fitzgerald Foundation. Tournament proceeds also benefit Life After Ball®, helping athletes successfully transition beyond sports through mentorship, scholarships, career development, community outreach, and its Thanksgiving Food Initiative.
Hosted By: Life After Ball® Benefiting: Life After Ball® Larry Fitzgerald Foundation (Breast Cancer Initiatives)
Tournament Divisions Men's Doubles 3.0, 3.5,4.0, 4.5 Women's Doubles 3.0, 3.5,4.0, 4.5 Mixed Doubles 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5
Round Robin Pool Play Minimum 4 guaranteed matches Top teams advance to the Championship Bracket
Tournament format may be adjusted based on participation, weather, court availability, or unforeseen circumstances.
Our goal is simple: Create one of the most enjoyable tournament experiences you'll play all year while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Charity Impact Your participation directly supports: Life After Ball® Helping athletes successfully navigate life after sports through: Athlete Transition Programs, Mentorship Scholarships, Career Development, Community Outreach, Thanksgiving Food Initiative, Larry Fitzgerald Foundation Supporting breast cancer awareness, education, and assistance programs. Every registration... Every sponsorship... Every donation... Every match... Makes an impact.
Tournament Rules Official USA Pickleball Rules apply. Players are responsible for understanding tournament rules prior to competition. Tournament Director decisions are final. Tournament formats may be modified when necessary.