Hello,
Thank you for your interest in the 1st ever Genesee County Pickleball Open: Pickleball for Water Charity Tournament & Open Play! Your participation is greatly appreciated, and we are excited to have you join us for this special event held in conjunction with the 9th Annual Flint Water Festival x FIM Holiday Celebration.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, July 4, 2024
Time: 9 AM – 12 PM & 6 – 10 PM
Location: General Motors’ Durant-Dort Factory One Parking Lot | 303 W. Water St., Flint, MI 48503
As a valued participant, you are contributing to a great cause. Proceeds from this event will support RICH Kids Inc., a local charity dedicated to leveling the playing field and making a positive impact in our community.
Important Information: As a registered participant, here are a few important details to help you prepare for the event:
1. Check-In: Please check in at the registration table upon arrival, located in the parking lot at General Motors' Durant-Dort Factory One - 303 W. Water St., Flint, MI 48503.
• Tournament Players: The registration table will be open from 8 - 9 AM and 5 – 6 PM. There you will receive your match times and court assignments.
• Courtside Seat Spectators: You can arrive any time between 9 AM - 12 PM and 6 - 10 PM.
• Open Play Participants: You can check-in any time between 9 AM - 12 PM and 6 - 10 PM.
2. Tournament Information:
• Sport courts: Two courts will be available for tournament play from 9 AM - 12 PM and 6 - 10 PM.
• Warm-Up: Both courts will be available for warm-up from 8 - 9 AM and 5 - 6 PM.
• Tournament Start: The tournament will begin promptly at 9 AM and 6 PM. Please be ready at your assigned court at least 10 minutes before your match.
• Match Format: Matches will follow a double elimination format with come around to the finals. Games to 11 win by 2, with Gold and Bronze trophy matches playing to 15 win by 2.
3. Open Play Information:
• Time: Open Play will be available from 9 AM - 12 PM and 6 - 10 PM on the parking lot marked pickleball
courts.
• Details: Participants and attendees are welcome to enjoy casual games during this time. Please be courteous and share the court time with others.
• Open Play Rules:
1. Each point begins with a serve.
2. Your serve must be underhand.
3. You cannot volley while standing in the kitchen.
4. You can hit groundstrokes in the kitchen.
5. You only win point on your serve.
6. Both partners serve in a turn.
Reminders:
• Parking: There will be parking available for participants and attendees at the Riverfront parking garage located at 302 Beach St., Flint, MI 48502.
• Refreshments: Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the event.
• Raffle: Festival T-Shirts & Paddles
• Entertainment: Enjoy live music and entertainment provided by the Flint Institute of Music & RICH Kids Inc, creating a festive atmosphere for all attendees. Featuring Marshall Charloff & the Purple xPeRIeNCE - Officially Licensed by the Prince Estate, Collector Car Auction & Car Show, Soak City Splash Park, Fireworks, and more!
Thank you once again for your support and enthusiasm. We are looking forward to a fantastic day of pickleball, fun, and community celebration. Your participation helps make this event a success and supports our charitable mission.
Best regards,
RICH Kids Inc. Team
“Leveling the playing field for all”
Event Organizer: Kay Smith
ksmith@richkidsinc.org | (810) 643-1985
www.richkidsinc.org
Tournament Director: Caleb Dang
caleb57@icloud.com | (410) 245-5767
P.S. Don't forget to spread the word! Invite your friends and family to join us for an unforgettable experience at the 1st ever Genesee County Pickleball Open. See you there!
