Tamil Nadu Pickleball Association’s Auction: The Tamil Nadu Pickleball Association (TNPA) made history with the successful auction for the inaugural MGM Tamil Nadu Pickleball Premier League (TNPPL). 16 teams secured 160 players, highlighting the sport’s growing popularity in the region. The tournament is scheduled for February 15-16, 2025.
Successful Auction and Diverse Team Composition
Over 200 players registered for the auction, which attracted significant attention. The TNPA structured the team composition to promote diversity, ensuring representation across age groups.
Each team will have 10 players: two women, two men over 50, and six men under 50. To further balance the teams, 32 players were selected as “icon players,” while the rest were placed in the “open category.”
Global Attention and Sponsorship
The auction was watched by audiences worldwide, reflecting the increasing global interest in pickleball. MGM Health Care sponsored the event as the title sponsor, while Boom Cars powered it, and Madha Medical College & Research Institute co-sponsored it.
This was the first large-scale auction conducted by the TNPA, and it was sanctioned by the Indian Pickleball Association.
Upcoming Tournament and Prize Pool
The MGM TNPPL Season 1 tournament is scheduled for February 15-16, 2025. It will feature all 16 teams, with domestic and international fans expected to tune in. The tournament will offer a player’s prize pool of Rs 6 Lakhs, including an auction prize pool of Rs 4.8 Lakhs and a winning prize pool of Rs 1.2 Lakhs.
Prize Breakdown:
- 1st Place: Rs 3,00,000
- 2nd Place: Rs 2,00,000
- 3rd Place: Rs 1,00,000
- 4th Place: Rs 1,00,000
Significance for Pickleball
This inaugural event marks a significant milestone for pickleball in Tamil Nadu. The TNPA’s efforts to organize and promote the sport through such events are expected to further elevate Pickleball’s popularity in India, attracting more players, sponsors, and fans. The upcoming tournament is sure to boost the sport’s growth in the region and beyond.
News in Brief: Tamil Nadu Pickleball Association’s Auction
The Tamil Nadu Pickleball Association held a successful auction for the MGM Tamil Nadu Pickleball Premier League, marking a major step in the sport’s growth. The inaugural pickleball tournament will take place in February 2025, offering significant prize money. The event attracted global attention and is expected to increase pickleball’s popularity in India.
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