Major Pickleball Tournaments Heat Up: The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) made its way to the Cayman Islands this past weekend for a trial run of a professional tournament in George Town. The event took place at the newly opened 24-court Pickleball Cayman facility, located just outside the city center.
Cayman Islands Hosts APP Pro Test Event
The APP’s visit to the Cayman Islands served as a “test run” for a potential future professional tournament. The new Pickleball Cayman facility, boasting 24 courts, provided an ideal setting for the trial event. With its strategic location near George Town, the venue aims to become a key destination for competitive pickleball.
Busy Week Ahead for Pro and Amateur Events
Next week, the pickleball calendar is packed with major events across the U.S. The PPA Tour heads to St. George, Utah, for the Red Rock Open, while the APP will host a collegiate event in Cape Coral, Florida. Additionally, a USA Pickleball (USAP) golden ticket tournament will take place in Tucson, Arizona, offering players a chance to qualify for the national championships. Meanwhile, Columbia, South Carolina, will host a PPA Challenger event.
The busy schedule comes after the Professional Wiffleball Registry (PWR) canceled its spring events, opening up opportunities for more tournaments across different pickleball organizations.
Looking Ahead
The success of the APP’s test event in the Cayman Islands could pave the way for a permanent professional stop in the future. With pickleball’s rapid growth, the sport continues to expand into new markets, offering players and fans more opportunities to engage with the game.
News in Brief: Major Pickleball Tournaments Heat Up
The APP held a test event in the Cayman Islands at the new 24-court Pickleball Cayman facility. Next week, major tournaments will take place, including the PPA Red Rock Open, an APP collegiate event, and a USAP golden ticket event. The schedule follows the PWR’s spring cancellation.
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