Saluki Open Pickleball Tournament: Pickleball’s surge in popularity shows no signs of slowing down, and Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Recreational Sports and Services is bracing for a major turnout at the 2024 Saluki Open Pickleball Tournament, scheduled for September 6-8. As one of the nation’s fastest-growing sports, pickleball attracts players from all over, and this year’s tournament is set to draw hundreds from across the country to the Saluki Courts on Marion Rushing Lane.
Saluki Open Pickleball Tournament Details and Schedule
The fourth annual tournament will unfold over three days, with competitions open to participants aged 12 and older across all skill levels. Players from as far as California have made the trek in past years, showing the event’s national appeal. The schedule is as follows:
- Friday, Sept. 6: The tournament kicks off at 5 p.m. with men’s and women’s singles matches.
- Saturday, Sept. 7: Action continues at 8 a.m. with men’s and women’s doubles.
- Sunday, Sept. 8: The tournament concludes with mixed doubles starting at 8 a.m.
Spectators and Media Access
Spectators and media representatives are encouraged to attend and witness the high-energy matches. The tournament promises an exciting show of pickleball talent and competition.
News in Brief: Saluki Open Pickleball Tournament
Southern Illinois University Carbondale will host the 2024 Saluki Open Pickleball Tournament from September 6-8 at the Saluki Courts. The event, now in its fourth year, welcomes players aged 12 and up from across the nation.
The schedule features men’s and women’s singles on September 6, doubles matches on September 7, and mixed doubles on September 8. Spectators and media are invited to attend.
