Pickleball Event at Stafford Park: Gearing up for a day of community celebration and friendly competition with the addition of a pickleball event at Stafford Park to its annual Party in the Park event on Saturday, July 27. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., families can enjoy a bustling lineup of activities at Stafford Park, located at 641 Third Ave.
This year’s festivities include something for everyone: a vibrant vendor show, the adventurous RY-J’s Adventures bouncy castle, a mouthwslip-and-slideatering barbecue lunch, a thrilling fire department obstacle course, and a refreshing slip and slide for the kids. Attendees can also look forward to raffles, the prestigious Junior Gardeners awards ceremony, face painting, and cooling off at the splash pad. A new highlight this year is the introduction of an exciting pickleball tournament. The event is licensed, ensuring a day of fun in a safe environment.
The day kicks off with the highly anticipated judging of the 8th Annual Junior Gardeners Competition. Youth aged 16 and under, from both within and outside Laurentian Valley, have been nurturing their green thumbs, competing to grow the best plant over the past month. Navada Sargent, the township’s recreation coordinator, expressed gratitude to Sunset Nursery Garden Centre and Greenhouses, especially Alastair Hugli, for their continued support in judging the competition. A total of 155 young gardeners have registered to showcase their gardening prowess this year.
“A big thank you to Sunset Nursery Garden Centre and Greenhouses, in particular Alastair Hugli, who will once again judge the competition,”
-(Navada Sargent)
Last year’s Junior Gardeners Competition saw impressive winners across various age categories, with Terry Mowat (Zinnia Flower), Everlie Parr (Zinnia Flower), Leah MacEwan (Cherry Tomato Plant), and Aaryanna Forget-Mask (Zinnia Flower) securing 1st place honors.
Registration Details Pickleball Tournament
Enthusiasts keen on participating in the pickleball tournament must pre-register by July 19. The registration fee is $25 per team, payable via E-Transfer to staffordparkrecreation@gmail.com. The tournament welcomes mixed teams in doubles format, offering competitive play in two age categories: 19-49 years and 50+. Players can choose between two competitive levels: beginners (level 2.25-3) and competitive (level 3-4). Each team is guaranteed a minimum of three games, with top two teams from each division vying for championship glory. The tournament features four divisions with a cap of four teams per division, ensuring a dynamic and engaging competition. Participants must bring their own paddles, and prizes await the winners of each division.
| Registration Fee | $25 per team (payment by E-Transfer to staffordparkrecreation@gmail.com) |
| Team Composition | Doubles (2 players per team), mixed teams allowed |
| Age Categories | 19-49 years old, 50+ years old |
| Competitive Levels | Beginners (level 2.25-3), Competitive (level 3-4) |
| Guaranteed Games | Minimum of three games |
| Championship Format | Top two teams per division compete for championship |
| Divisions | Four divisions, cap of four teams per division |
| Equipment Needed | Must bring your own paddle |
| Prizes | Awards for winners of each division |
| Event Start Time | 12:00 p.m. |
| Venue | Stafford Park, 641 3rd Ave South, Stafford |
| Registration Deadline | July 19 |
News in Brief: Pickleball Event at Stafford Park
Stafford Park’s Party in the Park on July 27 promises a vibrant day of community spirit and friendly competition with the addition of a pickleball tournament. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., families can enjoy a diverse array of activities including a vendor show, RY-J’s Adventures bouncy castle, barbecue lunch, fire department obstacle course, and more. The event, licensed for safety, features the debut of the pickleball tournament, adding excitement. The day starts with the Junior Gardeners Competition, celebrating young horticultural talents. Register by July 19 for the tournament, where teams compete in doubles across different age categories and skill levels, aiming for divisional prizes in a dynamic setting at Stafford Park.
