AHS Pickleball Tournament: Arlington High School’s basketball programs took an unconventional approach to fundraising with their first annual Pickleball Tournament. Girls’ basketball coach Tashia Wolf acknowledged the unusual pairing of pickleball and basketball.
“There’s really no connecting point. We were just looking for a fun way to make some money, I think. To fundraise for our kids.” – (Tashia Wolf)
The event aimed to raise funds for new shooting machines, which facilitate continuous practice without a rebounder.
AHS Pickleball Tournament Details and Organizers
The tournament attracted 31 doubles teams across three age divisions: youth, high school, and adult. Jake Polk, the boys’ basketball coach, played a key role in the logistical setup.
“Tashia did a lot of organizing of this and I kind of just tried to help the best I can with some logistical stuff, setting up the courts and getting the word out.” – (Polk)
The day was described as shaping up to be enjoyable, especially with the “spectacular” weather.
End-of-Summer Celebration
The tournament provided a festive close to summer sports and school preparations.
“For teachers sometimes, most times, it feels a little bittersweet. But, once you get back in the groove of things and you get the routine going again, it just feels like it’s right.” – (polk)
Despite the unconventional nature of the pickleball-basketball event, the Eagles’ efforts successfully blended fun with fundraising.
Fundraising by AHS Pickleball Tournament
The combination of pickleball and basketball may not seem intuitive, but the results met the Eagles’ goals. The fundraiser effectively supported their aim of acquiring new equipment for the upcoming season.
News in Brief: AHS Pickleball Tournament
Arlington High School’s basketball programs hosted their inaugural Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, raising funds for new shooting machines. The event featured 31 doubles teams across three age groups and was organized by girls’ coach Tashia Wolf and boys’ coach Jake Polk.
Despite the unusual mix of sports, the tournament was a success, providing a fun end-of-summer celebration and raising the needed capital. The pleasant weather added to the day’s enjoyment, aligning with the Eagles’ goals for the upcoming season.
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